text by Gigi Maestri
All the must-see events in and around Porto Cervo
Costa Smeralda: Shows, concerts, dinner party and more
Summer 2024 has also begun, and as usual, the events organized by the Costa Smeralda Consortium will enliven the entire season until September through a kaleidoscopic program of music, literature, events for children and many initiatives that capture the attention of a diverse audience of consortium members and fans of all nationalities.
These include major events at iconic hotels on the most exclusive Sardinian coast.
LIBERAMENTE SOPRA LE RIGHE
With the arrival of summer, the square in Cannigione will be rekindled by hosting, for the sixth consecutive year, the Liberamente Sopra le Righe Literary Review, curated by the Liberamente Me Cultural Association under the patronage of the Municipality of Arzachena and promoted by Culture Delegate Valentina Geromino. It kicks off on Saturday, July 20, at 9:30 p.m. in Piazza San Giovanni Battista with SISS regional delegate and sports historian Mario Fadda and journalist Umberto Oppus authors of Gigi Riva. The champion, the friend, the myth. It continues on July 24 with TV journalist Giovanni Floris and his literary memoir The Essential. Notes of an adventurous reader published by Solferino. On July 30 it is the turn of TV host Daniele Bossari with Cristallo. Viaggio alla scoperta delle pietre e del loro potere, published by Mondadori. On Aug. 2, Arzachenese photographer Giuseppe Contini presents Il sentiero degli stazzi. In search of the Dog Rose published by Carlo Delfino Editore. Last event on Aug. 11 with a master of Italian comedy: actress and writer Francesca Reggiani who presents her Spectacular. As long as there is life there is satire published by La Lepre edizioni.
CONCERT OF NOEMI
It will be Noemi, one of the most beloved voices of the new generation of singer-songwriters, who is liked by both the young and the over-60s, who will be the star of the big concert on the occasion of the Consortium Assembly scheduled for July 31 in the renovated Central Square, which was inaugurated in May after an extraordinarily valuable makeover.
NoemiSUNRISE CONCERT
August 3 dawn concert at the beautiful Capriccioli beach.
RADIO 105 CITY
On Aug. 11, the Abbiadori Sports Field is the scene of the flagship live show of the Bflat signature village circuit, which, in synergy with the Consortium, made possible the special Radio 105 evening, during which The Kolors, Cioffi and Bernie perform.
The KolorsGALA NIGHT AT HOTEL CALA DI VOLPE
On August 13, Mariah Carey performs at the exclusive Gala Night event at the Hotel Cala di Volpe in Porto Cervo. Breathtaking scenery, special effects and a program of artistic performances accompany the Mediterranean's most glamorous event, hosted at one of the Costa's iconic hotels, managed by Marriott International and owned by Smeralda Holding.
Mariah Carey - Gala Dinner Cala di VolpeHOTEL PITRIZZA
On August 14, don't miss the exclusive dinner with spectacular fireworks at Hotel Pitrizza by chef Daniele Turco paired with Champagne Ruinart emusic live.
Ferragosto at Hotel Pitrizza 2024ROMAZZINO, A BELMOND HOTEL
On Thursday, August 15, the ROMAZZINO awaits you to celebrate, in the Italian tradition, this Midsummer night with toasts, live music and sophisticated dishes by chef Dario Parascandolo.
Romazzino, A Belmond Hotel, Costa SmeraldaGRAN GALA DELLA SARDEGNA
On Aug. 22, Porto Cervo's Piazzetta Centrale will be transformed into a stage of color and sound for the Grand Gala of Sardinia, an evening dedicated to the island's folklore, with singing, dancing and tasting of typical products.
CONCERT OF NOMADI
The most famous songs of Nomads, a band known for songs such as Io vagabondo (that's all I am), Io voglio vivere and many other hits, will be possible to sing them all together on August 27 at 10 p.m. in the small square in Porto Cervo.
PORTO CERVO LIBRI
The traditional Porto Cervo Libri festival, which each year hosts well-known writers and journalists in the most picturesque locations in the village founded by Prince Karim Aga Khan, returns again this year starting July 15. On July 18 at 7:30 p.m. there is a book presentation by Umberto Oppus and Mario Fadda. This is followed on Aug. 5 at 7:30 p.m. by the presentation of Giancarlo Alessandrelli's book Una storia bella. Headlining the evening of Aug. 12 at 7:30 p.m. is Tiziana Rocca presenting her book Imagining the Impossible. On Aug. 23 at 7:30 p.m. Oscar Farinetti presents 10 Moves to Face the Future: A New Life Through Pleasure and Beauty. On Aug. 30 at 7:30 p.m., Ernesto Maria Ruffini presents Equals by Constitution: History of an Unfinished Utopia from 1948 to Today.
SHOWS FOR CHILDREN
Lots of activities for the little ones: the puppet show in the square in Porto Cervo Marina on Tuesday, Aug. 13, and Sunday, Aug. 25, the circus performances at the Circus Maccus Theater.
LONGEVITY FEST
An event conceived and produced by director Pietro Mereu and Ilex Production, now in its third edition. This in-depth talk will be dedicated to the anthropological and cultural analysis of longevity, with a focus on the Blue Zones, specifically the island of Nicoya in Costa Rica and Sardinia. Researchers and specialists in the field will participate in the event. It will be hosted again this year by journalist and food culture expert, Eleonora Cozzella.
CLASSICAL MUSIC FESTIVAL COSTA SMERALDA
Four evenings at the Porto Cervo Conference Center from September 7 to 13.
Just a taste of the many meetings that will make Porto Cervo alive and pulsating even in the evenings after the dreamy days spent by consortium members on the beautiful emerald beaches.