Festa Italiana
June 1 and 2, 2024
11am - 5pm
Stockton St. between Union and Filbert
Our first ever TWO-day festival in 2023 was a great success.
We look forward to celebrating again with you on June 1-2, 2024. The Statuto Race will be held on Sunday, June 2.
If you like to become a sponsor of the event please contact Gina Travaglio at gina@sfiacfoundationorg.
Full details for 2024 coming soon.
Street festival of Italian food, drink, music, culture, family fun and
the running of the 103rd Statuto Race on Sunday morning
Full entertainment and Kids’ Corner Saturday and Sunday
Live Italian music from Vanessa Racci, Cory Pesaturo, Nino Lane Band, Sonamo, il Sole featuring Steve Albini and Bella Ciao
Pizza toss by 13 time World Champion and restaurateur Tony Gemignani of Tony's Pizza Napoletana of North Beach
Special Sunday performance by a “symphony” of accordions.
Italian cuisine and wine tasting featuring Capo Isetta and Highway 12
Children’s corner featuring Italian Marionette show, tarantella dancing, bounce house, face painting and crafts
Italian products sold by local vendors; including, Lianna Soap, Giovanni’s Specialities, True Delicious, Zoe Aquila Jewelry, Amelia Imports and more.
Sign up for the 103nd Statuto Race Statuto Race Information and Sign Up
Stay the weekend! We have partnered with the SF Marriott Fisherman’s Wharf for a rate exclusive to the SFIAC Foundation. It’s just blocks away and a newly remodeled property. The location can’t be beat!
Join us June 1-2
Celebrate your community
Festa Italiana is a celebration of North Beach and our Italian community. The event is fully funded and run by the SFIAC Foundation. We would love your help! Seeking volunteers for set-up, breakdown and day of activities. There is something for everyone. Does your teen need volunteer credits? If you have any “special skills” (music production, kids’ corner/events, construction, event management, etc.) that could lend to the event planning or you would just like to assist with the planning process please contact us. If you have an interest in the planning process please contact Gina Travaglio at gina@sfiacfoundation.org.
We can’t wait to see you all in June!
“It ‘s such a fun day in our community, experiencing all things Italian with our family and friends.”
2024 FULL ENTERTAINMENT SCHEDULE COMING SOON
Saturday, June 1 (Tentative)
11a.m. Sonamo
12 - 12:20 p.m. - Queen and Court, Italian Consulate introductions & announcements
12:20 - 12:50 -Ricco Dancers
1p.m. 13-Time World Pizza Champion Tony Gemignani Pizza Acrobatics
1:30p.m. Ricco Italian Dancers
2p.m. il Sole featuring Steve Albini
3p.m. Vanessa Racci
4:30p.m. Ricco Dancers
5p.m. Nino Lane Band
Sunday, June 2 (Tentative)
11a.m. Mike Trucco Band
12:10p.m. Tatiana
12:45 Ron Borelli Group
1:45p.m. il Sole featuring Steve Albini
2:45p.m.Accordian sing-a-long of “That’s Amore”
3:15p.m. Bella Ciao featuring Tom Torriglia
2024 Kids’ Corner
located in front of Laura Vicuña preschool on Filbert St. and Stockton St.
Noon-12:30 p.m. Fratello Marionettes Puppet Show #1 (Saturday and Sunday)
1 p.m. 13-Time World Pizza Champion Tony Gemignani Pizza Acrobatics (Saturday only)
12:30-1 p.m. - Tarantella Lessons (Sunday only)
2-2:30. Fratello Marionettes Puppet Show #2 (Saturday and Sunday
All Day - Italian Arts & Craft Projects,
Become a sponsor
The Festa Italiana was created as a public event to celebrate Italian culture and highlight our mission. The Festa is a free, fun, family event open to the public. Enjoy live music, authentic Italian cuisine, wine tasting, and exhibits. Browse through the Italianissimi inspired products of the vendors sip a beverage, and stroll to the live music.
To put on a spectacular event like this takes a lot of hard work and a good amount of financial help. If you are interested in becoming a sponsor please view our sponsor information here or contact us gina@sfiacfoundation.org:
Become a vendor
We love featuring local Italian vendors at the Festa. Vendor booths have included everything from Italian arts and crafts, to specialty foods, to Italian books. Please fill out this contact form if you are interested in participating:
Get a glimpse
Festa 2024 Sizzle
https://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1708449656935&key=CORP&app=resvlink