The fifth edition of the Terrazza d’Abruzzo Fest takes place in Guardiagrele from July 24 to July 26, featuring actor Andrea Roncato and former Italian national team striker Fabrizio Ravanelli. According to reports from Abruzzo Popolare, the festival celebrates sport, culture, music, and entertainment through a series of award ceremonies and performances.
July 24: Folk Music Opening
The festival begins Friday, July 24, with a performance by the “La Figlia di Iorio” folk choir. This historic Abruzzo-based ensemble will feature more than 40 young choristers, as detailed by Abruzzo Popolare.
July 25: Career Awards and Fingerstyle Guitar
Saturday, July 25, focuses on professional achievements across various creative sectors. The Terrazza d’Abruzzo Fest National Awards will be presented to the following individuals:
- Journalism: Rossano Orlando and Mila Cantagallo
- Culture: Cesare Di Martino
- Music: Daniele Mammarella
- Publishing and Screenwriting: Jonathan Arpetti
Actor Andrea Roncato is the primary guest for the evening. He will engage in a dialogue with the audience before receiving the National Terrazza d’Abruzzo Career Award. The day concludes with a concert by fingerstyle guitarist Daniele Mammarella, according to the event schedule.
July 26: Sports Legends and Local Honors
The final day, Sunday, July 26, opens with the presentation of the “Ambasciatore del Borgo” (Village Ambassador) award to maestro Enrico Melozzi. The afternoon program features the “Notte Azzurra dello Sport” (Blue Night of Sport).
Former Juventus and Italian National team forward Fabrizio Ravanelli will receive the National Terrazza d’Abruzzo – Football Stars Award during the evening session. Abruzzo Popolare also reports that Andrea and Edoardo Papa will be honored in the “Sport Legends” category.
The festival will recognize several local sporting figures and organizations, including:
- Athletes: Rocco Sbaraglia, Giuseppe Sigismondi, Lorenzo Desiderio, Ilaria Orando, Francesco Marino, Nicolino Di Crescenzo, Francesco Del Zotti, and Claudio Barajani.
- Organizations: Futsal Guardiagrele and Studio Osteopatia Castagna-Ridolfi.
Event Summary Table
| Date | Key Guest/Performer | Primary Honor/Activity |
|---|---|---|
| July 24 | La Figlia di Iorio | Opening Folk Concert |
| July 25 | Andrea Roncato | Career Award & Public Dialogue |
| July 26 | Fabrizio Ravanelli | Football Stars Award |
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