The celebrations of the Putignano Carnival, whose origins date back to 1394, begin as early as December 26th, with the ceremony of the candle exchange and the characteristic masked procession of the Propaggine, concluding on Shrove Tuesday. The preparations involve the choral and passionate participation of the people of Putignano and culminate in the parades of papier-mâché floats, crafted with expert skill.
To warm the atmosphere of the Putignano Carnival, there are group masquerades, band concerts, photographic exhibitions, parties, and parades for children. The old village of Putignano transforms into a phantasmagorical open-air theater, where artists, musicians, and jugglers gather; all under the friendly supervision of Farinella (whose name recalls a traditional dish made from chickpeas and barley), whom traditional iconography portrayed pacifying dogs and cats, playfully referring to the inhabitants of Putignano.
