July 18, 2026 – August 23, 2026 · Caloveto (CS)
Estate Calovetese 2026 brings the charming village to life with a rich calendar of events, blending music, traditions, culture, and delicious food and wine. From the Caloveto Beer Festival to the Festa delle Pro Loco, alongside concerts and local food festivals, this initiative aims to showcase the beautiful inland area of the Valle del Trionto. It's a perfect opportunity to experience a summer filled with authentic flavors, emotions, and the charm of slow tourism.
Indulge in traditional Calabrian flavors with dishes like 'Ferretto Calovetese,' a unique local pasta, alongside hearty tagliarini, and wholesome sides featuring chickpeas, beans, and fresh fennel. These are authentic regional specialties you won't want to miss.
The festival kicks off on July 18th at 9:00 PM with the 'LA FOLLIA DELLA DANZA' Dance Show in Piazza del Caduti. From July 23rd to 26th, starting at 8:30 PM, don't miss the CALOVETO BEER FESTIVAL at the Sports Field. July 31st features the FESTA DELLE PRO LOCO with Raivo Congobucco and Book Crapolat. August 3rd at 8:30 PM is the 'CALOVETESI NEL MONDO' Award at the Municipal Library, followed by the 'DOMENICO BEVACQUA' Memorial on August 4th at 6:30 PM. Enjoy live music with a tribute to Rino Gaetano by KHATMANDU BAND on August 5th at 9:30 PM, POPULAR TARANTA on August 6th at 9:30 PM, and BEAT 90 on August 7th at 10:00 PM, all in Piazza dei Caduti. August 8th at 9:00 PM features 'VITA DI SAN GIOVANNI CALYBITA' in Piazza del Caduti. On August 9th, start with a historical center walk 'TRA I VICOLI DEL TEMPO' at 9:00 AM, followed by a book presentation 'FONDALI DI CORALLO' by Rossella Scoromuzzo at 11:30 AM at the Municipal Library. August 10th at 10:00 PM brings the SAGRA DEL FERRETTO CALOVETESE with a concert by Los Locos in Piazza dei Caduti. August 11th is packed with a book presentation 'COZZO CERASELLO, IL SUO TERRITORIO E LA SIBARI SUL TRAENTE' by Maurizio Troverson at 8:00 PM at the Municipal Library, the SAGRA DEI TAGLIARINI, FINOCCHI, CECI E FAGIOLI at 9:30 PM, and ERNESTO GAGLIARDI IN CONCERTO at 9:30 PM in Piazza dei Caduti, plus the 'PIERINO GAGLIARDI' Memorial at Campo Calcetto DEMA. The 'NOTTE ERA CARNARE' III Edition takes place in the historic center on August 12th at 9:00 PM, alongside another 'PIERINO GAGLIARDI' Memorial. August 13th at 9:00 PM features the FESTA REGIONALE DELL'ENTROTERRA with the ARSAC section, and another 'PIERINO GAGLIARDI' Memorial. On August 16th at 9:30 PM, enjoy the III MOTOINCONTRO by the Motorclub and a SERATA MUSICALE, both in Piazza del Caduti. August 18th brings 'ONDE D'ESTATE IN PAESE' with Piccoli in Passerella, and the SUMMER GAMES CENTRI ESTIVI conclude the festival on August 22nd and 23rd.