Rose e Rosati
Edition 2026 Gastronomy Wine Local produce

Rose e Rosati

Floriculture, rosé wines, and Apulian excellence in the heart of Ruvo di Puglia

Ruvo di Puglia — Bari (272)
Dates 16 May — 17 May 2026
Location Ruvo di Puglia (272)
Prices Free
Status Finished

About Rose e Rosati

Rose e Rosati is the spring festival that transforms the center of Ruvo di Puglia into an explosion of scents, colors, and flavors. Promoted by the Pro Loco, it combines Apulian floriculture and local rosé wines with guided tastings, show cooking, sommelier-led masterclasses, guided tours of the city's heritage, and evening performances in Piazza Matteotti. Two days of excellence, culture, and entertainment in the heart of the Metropolitan City of Bari.

Rose e Rosati, the most fragrant pairing of the Apulian spring

Every May, Ruvo di Puglia, an elegant town in the Metropolitan City of Bari famous worldwide for its Jatta Museum and ceramic tradition, dresses up for Rose e Rosati. The event, promoted by the Pro Loco of Ruvo di Puglia with the support of the Municipality and the Puglia Region, celebrates two local excellences: floriculture—Ruvo is one of the most important districts in the South for the cultivation of roses and ornamental plants—and rosé wines, authentic ambassadors of Apulian oenology.

A format that weaves together flowers, wine, and culture

For two days, the historic center and the central Piazza Matteotti are filled with gastronomic and floral stands, amidst blooming flowerbeds, tastings, and crafts. The heart of the event is the meeting between producers, sommeliers, chefs, and visitors: masterclasses dedicated to rosés, show cooking with local stars, conferences on the future of the rose supply chain, and evening shows that animate the square until late at night.

  • Floriculture: exhibition and market of roses, plants, and floral arrangements, with visits to companies in the Ruvo district.
  • Food and Wine: tastings of rosé wines, typical Apulian products, and show cooking.
  • Culture: free guided tours of the Cathedral, the Hypogeum of San Cleto, the Jatta Museum, and the city's historic palaces.
  • Entertainment: concerts, live shows, and the scenic closing with dancing fountains in Piazza Matteotti.

Not just flowers: a weekend to discover Ruvo

Rose e Rosati is also an opportunity to explore the area: from walks through the alleys of the old town to excursions in the Alta Murgia National Park, a UNESCO-recognized Geopark that surrounds the city. An event that combines hospitality, sustainability, and the promotion of local products, capable of attracting thousands of visitors every year from all over Puglia and beyond, confirming itself as one of the most anticipated spring appointments in the province of Bari.

Rose e Rosati — edition 2026

The 2026 edition of Rose e Rosati took place on May 16 and 17 in Ruvo di Puglia, featuring two days dedicated to floriculture and rosé wines. Stands in Piazza Matteotti, sommelier masterclasses, show cooking, a conference on the rose supply chain, guided tours, an excursion in the Alta Murgia, and the spectacular closing with dancing fountains.

The 2026 edition of Rose e Rosati animated Ruvo di Puglia for the entire weekend of May 16 and 17, confirming the format that combines floriculture, food and wine, culture, and entertainment. The heart of the event was the central Piazza Matteotti, with gastronomic and floral stands, joined by the iconic locations of the historic center. The event was organized as always by the Pro Loco of Ruvo di Puglia, with the support of the Municipality and the Puglia Region.

Programme Rose e Rosati 2026

Saturday, May 16

  • 16:00 — Guided tours of the historic center and city heritage (free, by reservation)
  • 16:30 — Palazzo Caputi: conference "Roots and Reflections: Investing in the Future of the Rose Supply Chain"
  • 18:00 — Piazza Matteotti: opening of gastronomic and floral stands
  • 19:00 — Corte del Castello Melodia: Rose&Rosati Masterclass dedicated to rosé wines
  • 20:00 — Piazza Matteotti: show cooking by DivinApuliae
  • 21:30 — Piazza Matteotti: live show "2000 in Spinta"

Sunday, May 17

  • 8:30 — Excursion in the Alta Murgia National Park Geopark
  • 10:00 — Visits to the Florpagano and Tecnoflor nurseries with rosé wine tasting
  • 16:00 — Guided tours of the historic center
  • 18:00 — Piazza Matteotti: opening of gastronomic and floral stands
  • 20:00 — Piazza Matteotti: concert by the group Kamafei (acoustic version)
  • 22:00 — Piazza Matteotti: closing show with dancing fountains, featuring water and light effects

Highlights Rose e Rosati 2026

Live show "2000 in Spinta" and acoustic concert by Kamafei in Piazza Matteotti, rosé wine masterclass, DivinApuliae show cooking, excursion in the Alta Murgia National Park, and the scenic closing with dancing fountains.

Prices Rose e Rosati 2026

Free admission to stands and shows in Piazza Matteotti. Guided tours of the heritage and the excursion in the Alta Murgia are free with mandatory booking at the Pro Loco.

Practical information — Rose e Rosati

Where

The heart of the event is Piazza Matteotti, in the center of Ruvo di Puglia (BA), with events spread throughout the historic center, at Palazzo Caputi, and at the Corte del Castello Melodia.

How to get there

Ruvo di Puglia can be reached by car via the SS16 and A14 (Trani/Andria or Bari Nord exits). The city is served by the Ferrovie del Nord Barese railway station, with connections from Bari and Barletta.

Admission and bookings

Access to the stands and squares is free. Guided tours of the city's heritage and excursions are free but require mandatory booking with the Pro Loco of Ruvo di Puglia.

Festival-goer photos

No photos yet. Share yours!

Share your photos

5 photos max, 5 MB per photo (JPG, PNG, WebP)

Noticed an error or missing information?

Help us keep this listing up to date. Every proposal is verified by our team before publication.

Festival-goer reviews

No rating yet — be the first!

No comments yet. Be the first!

Were you there?

Share your experience with the community.

Where does it take place — Rose e Rosati

Piazza Matteotti e centro storico

Piazza Matteotti, 70037 Ruvo di Puglia

Rose e Rosati in brief

Gastronomy Wine Local produce Garden Botany Heritage Folk traditions Folklore Outdoor Free Multidisciplinary Bari

History of Rose e Rosati