Supersano Carnival

The Supersano Carnival

In the heart of lower Salento, the Supersano Carnival is one of the most anticipated and appreciated events in the entire province of Lecce. In this small Apulian town, the Carnival is more than just a local festival: it is a collective ritual that involves the entire community, from children to the elderly, spending months preparing the floats and crafting the costumes.

The floats and costumes

The hallmark of Supersano is the artisanal quality of its papier-mâché floats and the beauty of the costumes worn by the masquerade groups. Every outfit is the result of design, passion, and craftsmanship, tailored in the true spirit of Made in Italy. It is said that in Supersano, half the town sews the costumes and the other half wears them, parading along the main street. This meticulous attention to detail is what sets the event apart in the Salento and Apulian carnival landscape.

The parade

The most spectacular moment is the grand parade: the procession sets off from Parco Rimembranze and flows through the town center like a river of joy, music, and imagination. Iconic characters, theatrical masks, and animated floats enchant the crowds filling the streets. The route concludes in Piazza Magli, the symbolic heart of the festival, where the procession gathers for the final musical show and the award ceremony for the winning floats and groups.

A party for the whole family

The Supersano Carnival is designed to engage families, children, and creative groups. Alongside the parades, the program includes activities for the little ones, such as the children's masquerade ball at the Municipal Auditorium, with prizes for the best costume and makeup. The choreography in Piazza Magli turns into true open-air theatrical performances.

A symbol of Salento

Alongside the most famous parades in the region, the Supersano Carnival helps make Salento one of the most vibrant Carnival destinations in Puglia. Visitors to the town during these days discover an authentic folk tradition, rooted in the creativity and sense of community that characterizes the towns of the Lecce area.