Nerd Festival 2026 – Tenth Edition
Informations
Three days of events, shows, and community for one of the most anticipated gatherings in Southern Italy.
The Nerd Festival returns to Foggia for its tenth edition, scheduled from 22 to 24 May 2026 — an event that has become a true landmark for fans of comics, video games, cosplay, and pop culture, attracting thousands of visitors from all over Italy every year.
The 2026 edition will take place across several locations in the city: from the main stage in Piazza Cesare Battisti, along Corso Vittorio Emanuele and Via Dante, and extending to Palazzo Dogana, Cinema Cicolella, and the square by the Cathedral.
The Festival offers a rich and diverse program designed to engage audiences of all ages. Throughout the entire weekend (from morning until evening), visitors can immerse themselves in various themed areas:
Comics & Manga: publisher stands, meetings with authors, workshops, and presentations
Cosplay & Shows: contests, parades, and live performances
Gaming & E-sports: tournaments, gaming stations, and the latest news from the video game world
Main Stage: talks, shows, concerts, and special guests
Community Area: spaces dedicated to creators, YouTubers, and fans
What sets the Nerd Festival apart is its ability to combine entertainment and participation, creating an inclusive environment where every form of pop culture expression finds its place.
With over 300,000 total participants across past editions and hundreds of guests involved over the years, the event stands as one of the most important pop culture festivals in Southern Italy.
More than just a fair, it is a collective experience — a place to meet, share passions, and experience the city in a new way, through creativity and entertainment.
For more information
Website: festivaldelnerd.com
Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/FestivaldelNerd
Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/festivaldelnerd/
Phone: 338 777 2082
Email: festivaldelnerd@gmail.com
Event Dates
Location
- Address: Teatro Umberto Giordano, Foggia
Discover our territory
In the surroundings of: Tenuta Riccardo Muti
Experience our territory
In the surroundings of: Tenuta Riccardo Muti
Where to Eat
The 21 Gennaio Restaurant, based in Andria, has two large rooms and an adjacent one with a private a...
At Pizzeria Imperiale we know well that pizza is a serious matter, and that is why the cult of pizza...
The Al Vecchio Forno Restaurant describes itself with the dishes and aromas it brings to the table e...
The Saint Patrick Irish Pub boasts its strong point in the not indifferent musical programming: famo...
Located on the Levante coast road in Barletta, the Bagni Teti pizzeria restaurant has always been a ...
Our menu is based on a modern reinterpretation of ingredients offered by our land, blended to create...
Pizzeria Lievito 72 is located in the center of Trani, near the station. The dough of our pizzas is ...
At the Osteria La Perla del Sud (Trani) we will be able to take care of you: many seafood and land s...
Passion, attention and research. The dishes of our chef Domenico Di Tondo embrace a wide range of pr...
Set on the sandy coast of Margherita di Savoia, the Oasi Beach Restaurant, owned by the Russo family...
The Pizzeria "La Dolce Vita" is located in Trinitapoli. Natural leavening from 24 to 72 hours, cooki...
Where to Sleep
Exclusive and elegant location for unforgettable stays in Puglia. The B&B Villa Adriana is a splendi...
The Hotel dei Cavalieri is part of the largest world chain of independent hotels, the "Best Western"...
B&B Elles is a structure designed with taste, refinement and love for attention to detail. The 48m²...
Born on the principles of the elements, where design and refinement meet creating a splendid harmony...
The Hotel La Terrazza is a facility equipped with every comfort: swimming pool, beach reserved for g...
The Albergo Ristorante Roma, based in San Ferdinando di Puglia, is a unique place where the culinary...
Your trusted Bed and Breakfast in Trani. Comfortable and welcoming, in the historic center of Trani,...
The B&B Le Marinelle is just a few meters from the enchanting marina and the main bars and restauran...
The B&B Tabula Maris is located in the ancient center of Trani, in via Ognissanti, a stone's throw f...
The Hotel Marè Resort in Trani is the ideal place for a charming stay in the trendiest region of th...
Events
In the surroundings of: Tenuta Riccardo Muti
