Sagra ta Puccia Festival

The Sagra ta Puccia in Supersano

In the heart of lower Salento, the town of Supersano (Province of Lecce, Puglia) hosts one of its most anticipated summer events: the Sagra ta Puccia, a festival dedicated to the most traditional and delicious of Salento breads. The event brings Piazza IV Novembre and the historic center to life, turning them into a vibrant journey of flavors, music, and local traditions.

The star of the show: the puccia

The absolute protagonist is the puccia, baked in a traditional wood-fired oven and available in countless variations: from peppers and tomatoes to seasonal vegetables, tuna, and grilled meats. The olive-infused puccia, in particular, tells the story of Salento's rural heritage and the deep bond between this land and its olive trees.

Music, pizzica, and street performers

The evenings of the Sagra ta Puccia are filled with live performances of traditional Salento folk music, featuring pizzica and tarantella bands, along with roving street performers who entertain crowds throughout the village until late at night.

EXPO Supersano and local crafts

The municipal gardens host the EXPO Supersano, a showcase for local craftsmanship and regional agri-food products. It is the perfect opportunity to discover the typical products of lower Salento and support the work of small local producers.

A village to discover

The festival is also an invitation to explore the heritage of Supersano: the MuBo (Wood Museum), the municipal underground oil mill, the Sanctuary of the Madonna di Coelimanna, and the famous mosaics by Father Marko Ivan Rupnik. Gastronomic tradition, identity, and culture intertwine in one of the most historic festivals of the Salento summer.

The event is organized by the Comitato Feste Patronali and admission is free. The 2026 edition is scheduled for August 3rd, with the full musical program to be announced by the organizers in the weeks leading up to the festival.