From June 24th to 27th Cerisano (Cs) becomes a popular stage: squares, alleys and historic palaces host cinema, theatre, music, shows for children and live sets. A preview that confirms the village as one of the most lively cultural centers of Calabria.
The Festival delle Serre – Preview 2026 lights the summer of Cerisano: a week of art, music and community
The Festival delle Serre – Preview 2026 presents itself as one of the most lively moments of the Calabrian cultural summer, bringing Cerisano to the center of the scene with a billboard that, from 24 to 27 June, intertwines cinema, theater, music, shows for children and live set in an atmosphere that embraces the whole village. The squares, alleyways and the most suggestive glimpses become places of encounter, emotion and collective participation, confirming the cultural vocation of a country that in recent months has never stopped producing events, hosting artists, hosting presentations, contests, masters and previews.
A program that transforms the village into a great stage
The preview of the Festival delle Serre opens with a program that alternates cinema projections under the stars in Piazza Chiusi, theatrical performances of great quality in the prestigious Palazzo Sersale, appointments dedicated to the little ones in Slargo San Lorenzo and musical evenings that animate Piazza Zupi until late night. On stage there are protagonists loved by the public as Rosalia Porcaro, Pacific, Matilde Brandi and Francesco Branchetti, along with theatrical companies, artists, musicians and performers who make each evening a different and engaging experience.
Cinema, theatre, music and children's shows
The cinema offers titles for families and fans, from the return of Zootropolis 2 to Too bad 2, to the new adventures of Heidi. The theatre showcases intense and ironic stories, musical gifts and shows that combine dance, acting and narrative. Children find a world dedicated to them, among puppets, talking bubbles and stories suspended at a thread. The music finally lights up the nights with DJ sets, live bands and atmospheres that turn the village into a large outdoor lounge.
The words of the mayor Lucio Di Gioia
In this climate of widespread enthusiasm, Mayor Lucio Di Gioia expresses all his satisfaction with the work done: «We are proud of the billboard set up for this preview of the Festival delle Serre. Cerisano is experiencing an extraordinary cultural ferment, fruit of months of continuous activities that have brought in our village guests, presentations, contests, masters and events of great quality. It is a path that does not stop: we are already working for the September Festival, with the aim of offering our community and visitors an even richer and more engaging experience.»
Cerisano, a village that builds culture
His words tell a country that not only welcomes, but builds culture, which is not limited to hosting events, but generates them, cares and transforms them into a shared heritage. The preview of the Festival delle Serre thus becomes a bridge towards an equally intense autumn, confirming Cerisano as one of the most dynamic cultural centers of Calabria. An entire week to live together, between emotions, entertainment and magic. Cerisano is ready to surprise again. The Festival delle Serre – Preview 2026 is funded by the European Union – NextGeneration, the Ministry of Culture and the Calabria Region. For all details and the complete program you can consult the social pages, very active, of the Municipality.
