Festival · September 25, 2026 – September 27, 2026 · Venosa (PZ)
The Festival del Gusto in Venosa celebrates the culinary excellence of the Basilicata region. From September 25th to 27th, 2026, visitors can discover and taste local specialties like 'peperone crusco' (crispy dried peppers), traditional cured meats, and typical Basilicata wines. The event offers a rich program of music, shows, and activities for all ages, making it a perfect way to experience authentic Lucanian culture.
Indulge in the authentic flavors of Basilicata with a selection of traditional wines, delightful regional desserts, the unique 'peperone crusco' – crispy, flavorful dried peppers – and a variety of local cured meats, all showcasing the rich gastronomic heritage of the area.
Get ready for a weekend of fun at the Festival del Gusto! 📅 FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 25th: Stands open at 5:00 PM. Kids can enjoy the Inflatable Area in Piazza Orazio from 6:00 PM. Live music kicks off with Saggio Music Academy at 7:30 PM in Piazza Umberto I, followed by Ciccio Folk at 8:00 PM and Davide Marra Live Music at 9:00 PM in Piazza Orazio. The White Band performs at Fontana Messer Oto at 9:30 PM, and 'E poi ci troveremo come le star' takes the stage in Piazza Municipio at 10:00 PM. Stands close at midnight. 📅 SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26th: Stands open at 5:00 PM. The Inflatable Area in Piazza Orazio is open from 6:00 PM. Catch Miky&Ro Trampolieri at 6:00 PM in Piazza Orazio, followed by MEMM: Art, Games and Entertainment at Fontana Messer Oto at 6:30 PM. Caricature X eventi will be at San Domenico from 7:00 PM. Enjoy music from Ciccio Folk at 7:00 PM in Piazza Umberto I and Venusia Street Band at 7:15 PM. Miky&Ro Giant Bubbles show is at 7:30 PM in Piazza Orazio. 4aL41 performs in Piazza Municipio at 8:00 PM. Ciccio Folk returns to Piazza Umberto I at 9:00 PM. Miky&Ro Equilibrio show is at 9:30 PM in Piazza Orazio. Officine Popolari Lucane play in Piazza Umberto I at 10:00 PM, and don't miss Miky&Ro Fire Show at 10:30 PM in Piazza Orazio. Stands close at midnight. 📅 SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 27th (MORNING): Stands open at 9:00 AM. A Fiat 500 Italia Club gathering starts at 9:30 AM in Piazza Umberto I. The Inflatable Area and entertainment for kids are in Piazza Orazio from 10:00 AM. Join the Pepper Insertion Workshop at Fontana Angioina at 10:30 AM. Banda Amadeus Venosa performs at 11:00 AM. Madonnari artists begin their work in Piazza Umberto I and Convento San Domenico at 11:00 AM. A Children's Painting Workshop is at Fontana Angioina at 11:00 AM. Taste traditional desserts in Piazza Umberto I at 11:30 AM. Games by Associazione Venosa Città della Cultura are in Piazza Umberto I at 12:00 PM. Enjoy Acustic Duo in Piazza Municipio at 12:30 PM.