4th Insieme per la Calabria Gathering

Villa Kalazul · San Lorenzo, Costa Viola, Calabria

8 August 2026

The 4th Insieme per la Calabria Gathering takes place on 8 August 2026 in Marina di San Lorenzo, Reggio Calabria: a guided visit to Pentedattilo, lunch at Villa Kalazul and a day devoted to Calabrian roots, friendship, tradition, music and food. The event is presented as a reunion for people who want to celebrate Calabria around shared memories, local identity and conviviality, with time to rediscover one of the most recognisable villages of the Grecanic area before gathering by the Ionian sea for lunch, toasts, songs and informal celebration.

The gathering: date, spirit and programme

The 4th Insieme per la Calabria Gathering is scheduled for Saturday 8 August 2026 in Marina di San Lorenzo, in the province of Reggio Calabria. The day is designed as a chance to meet again, share the same table and celebrate Calabrian identity: roots, family, tradition, good food, music and the pleasure of being together. According to the official poster, the programme includes a guided visit to Pentedattilo and lunch at Villa Kalazul, followed by convivial moments with toasts, songs and dancing.

Guided visit to Pentedattilo

The first part of the programme takes participants to Pentedattilo, one of the symbolic villages of the Area Grecanica and the Ionian side of Calabria. The village, set beneath the rock that resembles a giant hand, is one of the most recognisable places in the province of Reggio Calabria. The guided visit turns the gathering into a small cultural itinerary, with time to walk among lanes, landscapes and local memory before lunch in Marina di San Lorenzo.

Lunch and conviviality at Villa Kalazul

Lunch is planned at Villa Kalazul, a seaside venue in Marina di San Lorenzo. Public listings describe it as an Italian and Mediterranean restaurant with pizza and seafood, outdoor seating, parking and open-air spaces. For the gathering it becomes the main meeting point of the day: a place to share lunch, come together like one large family and continue the celebration with music, toasts and Calabrian flavours.

Booking and available places

Booking is required. The poster notes that a few places have become available and invites people to call before it is too late. For information and reservations, two phone numbers are listed: 349 691 5716 and 389 166 1691. No public price is shown on the poster, so participants should contact the organisers directly for fee, exact times, meeting point and participation details.

How to get to Marina di San Lorenzo

Marina di San Lorenzo lies on the Ionian coast of the province of Reggio Calabria. By car it is reached from the SS106 Ionian road, following signs for San Lorenzo Marina; from Reggio Calabria the route heads south through the Grecanic area. From the Costa Viola or the Piana di Gioia Tauro, the most practical route goes via Reggio Calabria and then along the Ionian coast. To plan a longer stay, browse holiday rentals in Calabria and local businesses on Ci vediamo in Calabria.

A day to rediscover Calabria

The message of the gathering is simple: reconnect with one’s land, roots and people. The poster speaks of “Calabria in the heart, always” and builds the day around highly recognisable elements: Pentedattilo, the Ionian sea, lunch together, music and good food. It is suited both to people looking for a moment of community and belonging, and to visitors who want to discover an authentic part of Grecanic Calabria.

Frequently asked questions

When is the 4th Insieme per la Calabria Gathering?

The gathering is scheduled for Saturday 8 August 2026 in Marina di San Lorenzo, in the province of Reggio Calabria.

Where does the gathering take place?

The day takes place in Marina di San Lorenzo (RC), with a guided visit to Pentedattilo and lunch at Villa Kalazul.

What is included in the programme?

The poster lists a guided visit to Pentedattilo, lunch at Villa Kalazul and convivial moments with music, food, toasts and celebration.

How do I book?

For information and bookings, the poster lists the numbers 349 691 5716 and 389 166 1691. Call to confirm availability, fee and exact times.

Is the price shown?

No public price is shown on the poster. Phone booking is therefore the correct reference for costs and participation details.

Does the gathering include a visit to Pentedattilo?

Yes, the poster includes a guided visit to Pentedattilo (RC) as part of the day’s programme.

Where can I stay if I come from outside the area?

You can look for accommodation on the Ionian side of Reggio Calabria or browse [holiday rentals](/affitti) available on the portal.

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