Puffo Azzurro Carnival

The Puffo Azzurro Carnival

The Puffo Azzurro Carnival is the most colorful winter event in Porto Azzurro, a charming seaside village on the Island of Elba, in the province of Livorno (Tuscany). For several Sundays in February, the town's streets and squares come alive with masks, confetti, and music, turning the center into a vast open-air stage designed especially for families and children.

How the festival works

The heart of the event is the masked procession, which departs each day from Piazzale De Santis to reach Piazza Matteotti, overlooking the harbor. Alongside the parades, there is live music, entertainment for children, a spectacular circus parade with fantasy characters, and numerous food stalls offering sweet and savory specialties. The result is a participatory, free village festival that attracts both residents and tourists outside the summer season.

A community celebration

The Puffo Azzurro Carnival is a deeply identity-driven event for Porto Azzurro: it is organized by the Municipality of Porto Azzurro in collaboration with local associations, including Avis Porto Azzurro, the Sole e Luna Association, and Diversamente Sani. This network of volunteers and local entities creates an event with a strong community spirit, where the joy of Carnival blends with the desire to be together.

Porto Azzurro and the Island of Elba

Overlooking one of the most scenic bays on Elba, Porto Azzurro is famous for its promenade, its artisan shops, and the imposing Forte San Giacomo. In a traditionally quieter season, the Carnival offers the perfect opportunity to discover the village in a festive guise, experiencing one of the traditions most cherished by the Elban community.

Who it is for

• Families with children, thanks to the entertainment and activities dedicated to the little ones
• Carnival enthusiasts and fans of masquerade parades
• Tourists looking for an authentic off-season event on the Island of Elba