The celebrations of the Putignano Carnival, whose origins date back to 1394, begin as early as December 26th, with the ceremony of exchanging the candle and the characteristic masked procession of the Propaggine, concluding on Fat Tuesday. The preparations see the choral and passionate participation of the people of Putignano and culminate in the parades of papier-mâché floats, skillfully crafted.
Warming the atmosphere of the Putignano Carnival are group masquerades, brass band concerts, photographic exhibitions, parties, and parades for children. The ancient village of Putignano transforms into a phantasmagoric open-air theater, where artists, musicians, and jugglers gather; all under the friendly supervision of Farinella (whose name recalls a traditional dish made of chickpeas and barley), traditionally depicted pacifying dogs and cats, playfully referring to the inhabitants of Putignano.
