Convivio, a nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening community through the celebration of Italian culture and intercultural experiences will bring one of Italy\u2019s most cherished summer traditions to San Diego with Ferragosto: Sotto Le Stelle on Saturday, August 15 from 7 to 10 p.m. at AmiciBar in Little Italy (250 W. Date St., San Diego, CA 92101). <\/p>\n
Meaning \u201cunder the stars,\u201d Sotto Le Stelle invites guests to experience Ferragosto the Italian way, with delicious food, lively conversation, music, and a shared celebration of community. The evening will feature heavy appetizers, drinks, and live performances by Sacha Boutros, Salvador Padilla, Pietro Rizzi, and Iris Mon\u00e9. <\/p>\n
Celebrated annually on August 15, Ferragosto is one of Italy\u2019s most anticipated holidays, with origins dating back to ancient Rome\u2019s Feriae Augusti, a period of rest and festivities introduced by Emperor Augustus. Today, the holiday is celebrated throughout Italy with gatherings, outdoor meals, seaside trips, music, and time spent with loved ones during the height of summer. <\/p>\n
Convivio\u2019s Ferragosto celebration will begin with a social hour at 7 p.m., followed by the live performance at 8 p.m. Individual tickets start at $65 and include appetizers, one beverage per guest (cocktail, wine, or beer), live entertainment, and an evening filled with Italian culture and community. Proceeds from the event support Convivio\u2019s nonprofit programs, cultural events, and ongoing efforts to preserve and celebrate Italian heritage in San Diego. <\/p>\n
For more information or to purchase tickets, please visit https:\/\/conviviosociety.org\/<\/a>. <\/p>\n ### <\/p>\n About Convivio <\/p>\n Convivio is a San Diego-based nonprofit organization that strengthens community through the celebration of Italian culture and intercultural experiences. Through educational programs, cultural events, scholarships and community partnerships, Convivio promotes the heritage, traditions and contemporary contributions of Italy while creating opportunities for connection, learning and cultural exchange. For more information visit https:\/\/conviviosociety.org\/<\/a>. <\/p>\n Convivio Society on Facebook <\/a>\/ Instagram<\/a><\/p>\n