Stritt Street – Street Artists Festival

The magic of street performers in Candela

In the heart of the Capitanata, at the crossroads of Puglia, Campania, and Basilicata, the village of Candela (Province of Foggia) becomes a vast open-air stage for a weekend in late September. This is the setting for Stritt Street, the Street Artists Festival that fills the squares, alleys, and open spaces of the historic center with juggling, acrobatics, music, and wonder.

A name bridging dialect and the world

The festival's name is a playful linguistic nod to its roots: it combines the local Candela dialect term «stritt», used to describe the village's narrow alleys, with the English word «street». It serves as a bridge between local tradition and the international street art scene, which has brought talented performers from Puglia, across Italy, and abroad to Candela over the years.

Performances and atmosphere

For two days, the village is filled with jugglers, acrobats, clowns, musicians, and performers who showcase their talents along a route winding through the town center. The audience wanders from square to square, captivated by contemporary circus acts, comedy, live music, and interactive installations. All performances are free and suitable for all ages, creating a festive atmosphere that delights families, children, and curious visitors from neighboring towns.

A project for the territory

Stritt Street is more than just an entertainment event: it is part of a broader initiative led by Mayor Nicola Gatta to promote off-season tourism and enhance the village's heritage beyond the summer months. The event is supported by funds from the PNRR (National Recovery and Resilience Plan) and the Ministry of Culture, with artistic direction curated in collaboration with the Compagnia Tre di Danè.

The 2026 edition

Dates for the 2026 edition have not yet been announced. Following the tradition of previous years, all held in mid-September, the festival is expected to return to Candela during the same window. As soon as the official calendar is released, we will update this page with the full program, schedule, and artist lineup.