# Tourism and community development in Puglia

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/tourism-and-community-development-in-puglia
> Updated: 2026-09-12T20:31:20.000Z. Sources: 8. Developments: 2.

Regional development and tourism initiatives have been highlighted in Puglia, Italy. The 18th Festival dei Borghi opened in Sammichele di Bari, serving as a platform for Italian administrators to discuss the promotion and valorization of small communities. The event featured delegations from regions such as Abruzzo, Molise, and Castelli Romani, with discussions including legislative proposals to support certified villages.

Following this, the city of Bari launched ‘Le Feste di Santomare,’ a project aimed at revitalizing coastal districts including Santo Spirito, San Girolamo, and San Giorgio-Torre a Mare. This initiative utilizes music, culture, and sports to support the local Blue Economy and decentralize cultural offerings through community participation.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-12: Bari launches Le Feste di Santomare coastal festival project

Bari is launching “Le Feste di Santomare,” a community-driven project featuring music, culture, and sports across three coastal neighborhoods to support local businesses and tourism.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bari-launches-le-feste-di-santomare-coastal-festival-project

### 2026-09-05: Festival dei Borghi opens in Sammichele di Bari

The 18th Festival dei Borghi is underway in Sammichele di Bari, featuring large delegations from Abruzzo and Molise and highlighting regional strategies for village tourism and development.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/festival-dei-borghi-opens-in-sammichele-di-bari

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