Events and traditions

Events and traditions in the Sele Valley

Religious festivals, food events and local traditions animate the Sele Valley, especially in summer. Dates and programmes vary every year.

Main season
summer and early autumn
Well known
'A Chiena in Campagna
Always check
official dates and programmes

Local guide

Explore Events and traditions

Events reveal the relationship between local communities, water, mountain products and shared memory. The following recurring events are useful starting points, but current programmes must always be confirmed.

'A Chiena, Campagna

A summer tradition in which water from the Tenza is diverted through selected streets in the old town on scheduled dates.

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Black Truffle Market, Colliano

An autumn event dedicated to the black truffle and other local products, with tastings and cultural activities.

Check municipal events

Sele d'Oro Award, Oliveto Citra

A cultural programme focused on the people, ideas and future of southern Italy.

Official website

Tarantella and flavours, Valva

An event combining folk music and food within the village's summer programme.

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Saint Gerard festival, Laviano

A religious celebration whose programme changes from year to year.

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