Vieste in Love

Vieste becomes the city of love

Vieste in Love is the festival that, every year at the beginning of September, turns Vieste — a famous seaside resort on the Gargano, in the province of Foggia — into the Apulian capital of love. For an entire week, art, music, dance, and entertainment fill the squares and narrow streets of the old town, offering residents and tourists a season finale full of emotion and romance.

A widespread program between the sea and the old town

The heart of the event is Piazza Marina Piccola, which overlooks the sea and becomes a large open-air stage for evening concerts. The performances then extend to the alleys and terraces of Vieste's evocative historic center, where dancers, performers, and art installations guide the public on a journey dedicated to love in all its forms.

Music, entertainment, and emerging talents

The program alternates between big names in Italian music, comedy and theater shows, DJ sets, and dance evenings. One of the most anticipated events is the Vieste Music Festival, a competition that rewards young musical talents from all over Italy, judged by a panel of professionals. There are also plenty of activities for families and children, with entertainment designed for audiences of all ages.

A free event in the heart of the Gargano

All Vieste in Love events are free of charge, a hallmark that has contributed to the festival's great success, attracting thousands of visitors to the city even after the summer season has ended. The event, promoted by the Municipality of Vieste, is now a permanent fixture in the Gargano and Puglia event calendar.

Why you shouldn't miss it

• A full week of free shows in early September
• Concerts by major artists in the setting of Piazza Marina Piccola by the sea
• The Vieste Music Festival, a showcase for young talent
• The charm of Vieste's historic center animated by dance and performances
• The chance to experience the Gargano in a quieter period with a pleasant late-summer climate