# Gastronomy festivals in Calabria

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/gastronomy-festivals-in-calabria
> Updated: 2026-09-05T08:11:09.000Z. Sources: 19. Developments: 2.

In 2026, various gastronomic festivals are scheduled to take place in the Calabria region of Italy.

In Aiello Calabro, the Mediterranean Diet Festival is set for September 19 and 20. Organized by the Associazione Biologi Nutrizionisti Calabresi, the event focuses on the theme ‘Cognitive longevity: what the villages teach us,’ examining the links between nutrition, lifestyle, and brain health. The program includes scientific conferences, workshops, and explorations of biodiversity and slow tourism.

Additionally, the Scirubetta Festival of Artisanal Gelato is returning to Reggio Calabria for its fifth edition. This event features 34 master gelatiers from seven countries and includes professional training and tastings. A notable component of the festival is a show cooking session designed to integrate gelato into contemporary high cuisine through savory applications.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-05: Scirubetta Festival returns to Reggio Calabria with international masters

The Scirubetta Festival of Artisanal Gelato returns to Reggio Calabria in 2026, featuring 34 international master gelatiers and innovative show cooking blending gelato with savory high cuisine.

19 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/scirubetta-2026-to-host-international-gelato-masters-in-reggio-calabria

### 2026-08-15: Aiello Calabro to host Mediterranean Diet Festival in 2026

The Mediterranean Diet Festival returns to Aiello Calabro on September 19-20, 2026, focusing on cognitive longevity, nutrition, and the social importance of small communities.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/aiello-calabro-to-host-mediterranean-diet-festival-in-2026

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