August 21, 2026 – August 23, 2026 · Cupra Marittima (AP)
Cupra Marittima celebrates its patron saint, San Basso, with three days of festivities! The event features the 25th Sagra degli Gnocchi ai frutti di mare (Seafood Gnocchi Festival), live music with 90 MANIA and LI PISTACOPPI, DJ set aperitivos, and a solemn procession with the Saint's relic. The celebration culminates with a spectacular fireworks display over the sea, known as "La Barca di Fuoco" (The Fire Boat).
Indulge in the star of the festival: Gnocchi ai frutti di mare, a delicious pasta dish with fresh seafood. This is a must-try local specialty that perfectly captures the flavors of the Adriatic coast.
📅 Friday, August 21: 🍽️ 6:30 PM - The 25th Sagra degli Gnocchi ai frutti di mare food stands open at Pineta Martiri Delle Foibe. 🎵 9:30 PM - Enjoy a folk festival stage with LI PISTACOPPI (Live Show & Entertainment) on Lungomare Romita. 📅 Saturday, August 22: 🍽️ 6:30 PM - Aperitivo in honor of San Basso on Lungomare Romita. 🎵 9:30 PM - Live Music with 90 MANIA (Live Show & Entertainment) on Lungomare Romita. 📍 August 22/23: 🎣 PRIZE FISHING in collaboration with the "Principe di Napoli" kindergarten - from 6:00 PM at SALA POLIVALENTE. 📅 Sunday, August 23: 🍽️ 6:30 PM - Aperitivo in honor of San Basso with a DJ set on Lungomare Romita. 📍 At Pieve di San Basso alla Civita: Commemoration of the discovery of the Saint's Body. 📍 LOTTERY drawing during the festival! 📍 Solemn PROCESSION with the SAINT'S RELIC towards the sea, accompanied by the "Città di San Benedetto del Tronto" Band. 📍 Holy Mass presided over by Bishop S.E.R. Mons. Gianpiero Palmieri. 📍 Commemoration of the Fallen and Blessing of the Sea. 🎆 12:00 AM - Fireworks display in honor of San Basso - "LA BARCA DI FUOCO." 📍 August 22/23: 🎣 PRIZE FISHING in collaboration with the "Principe di Napoli" kindergarten - from 6:00 PM at SALA POLIVALENTE.