Festa Italiana returns for third year April 11—what you need to know + how to win a trip to Italy

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Ciao, Birmingham! On Saturday, April 11, you’re invited to the third annual Festa Italiana—a beloved celebration of Italian culture, cuisine and community. Whether you’re Italian yourself or simply want to experience something new, read on to learn more about Festa Italiana AND how you can win a trip for two to Italy.

Festa Italiana is back in Birmingham for a third year

• What: The third annual Festa Italiana, presented by the Italian American Heritage Society of Birmingham
• When: Saturday, April 11, from noon to 9PM
• Where: Sloss Furnaces National Historic Landmark, 20 32nd St N, Birmingham, AL 35222
• Tickets: Available online starting at $10, $15 day-of admission. Free entry for children 10 and under.

“The Italian American Heritage Society of Birmingham is proud to continue celebrating and preserving our rich Italian culture and traditions through dynamic community events. As we return for our third year, we’re excited to bring Festa Italiana back to Birmingham—bigger, bolder, and more flavorful than ever.

This festival is a joyful celebration of Italian food, music, and culture, and we look forward to sharing the spirit of Italy with the Birmingham community once again.”

Tina Verciglio Savas, Chair of Festa Italiana

Experience Italian food, music and culture at Festa Italiana

If you can’t make it to Italy on Saturday, April 11, Festa Italiana is the next-best thing. From the aromas of traditional Italian dishes to music, dance and other family-friendly activities, Festa Italiana is an immersive cultural celebration of all things Italy.

• Find everything from melt-in-your-mouth cannolis + rich gelato to sizzling Italian sausage + cheesy pizza at the Bruno Rumore Foundation Food Village, the “Little Italy” of Festa Italiana. Don’t miss the fan-favorite Sugo Cook-Off (sign up here)!
• Explore a charming replica of an Italian village at the Festa Italiana Villaggio Culturale, complete with a central fountain, church, bakery, museum + a new Sicilian wine bar.
• At the Festa Mercato Marketplace, guests can browse unique finds for Italian-inspired art, jewelry, olive oils, skincare + more in a festive, walkable shopping environment.

Festa Italiana is accepting food vendors with Italian offerings—click here to apply.

• Listen to the vibrant La Musica d’Italia at the Festa Italiana Main Music Stage, presented by Coca-Cola, where you’ll hear Italian favorites from the Montevallo Jazz Band, the Very Ranelli Band, nationally-recognized Joe Scalissi’s “Dean Martin Happy Hour” tribute, see traditional ballroom dancing + more.
• Test your skills at the Lakeshore Foundation Bocce Ball Tournament, a 32-person, single-elimination Bocce tournament with open play for all attendees, including a showcase of adaptive Boccia for athletes with disabilities. Click here to sign up.
• Bring the kids to the Festa Villaggio dei Bambini, a fun-filled area just for kids with games, bouncy houses, arts and crafts + a chance to meet the Birmingham Legion FC’s Italian soccer players.
• Car enthusiasts, don’t miss the Festa Italiana Car Village! See a stunning collection of Italian vehicles, including Ferrari, classic cars, + exhibits from the Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum.

Interested in being a sponsor at the 2026 Festa Italiana? Click here to learn more.

Enter to win a trip to Italy at Festa Italiana 🇮🇹

At Festa Italiana, attendees can purchase a raffle ticket and enter to win a dream trip for two to Italy, up to a $10,000 value. The winner will be chosen via random drawing at Festa Italiana and can pick between two trips:

• A 9-day Travel to Tuscany (April 27, 2027 – May 5, 2027)
• A 10-day Travel to Rome + Beyond (February 23, 2027 – March 4, 2027)

Click here to learn more and purchase your ticket (winner does not have to be present to win.)

Will we see you at the third annual Festa Italiana at Sloss Furnaces? Tag us @bhamnow to let us know!

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