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Join us for our 13th annual festival on August 22-23, 2025 at Mississauga Celebration Square!

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Heritage

A celebration of Italian history, heritage and culture.

Live Events: Highlighting traditional music, song and folk lore, architectural works and regional food.

Music

Performances featuring popular Italo-Canadian headline performers, local emerging talent, and comedians.

Live Events: main stage, kid zone performers, activities and a variety of engaging interactive fun, family-oriented entertainment.

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Food

Featuring culinary experts and exciting demonstrations of authentic Italian-style food by local Italian chefs from well-known and popular eateries.

Live Events: variety of authentic Italian-style food vendors, global delicacies, a VIP Lounge and Bar Italia.

Activities

Food competitions, family attractions and musical performances.

Live Events: Bocce Ball, Scopa and Briscola tournaments, pasta and watermelon eating contests, soccer challenges, market crafters, artisans, and sponsor and vendor booths.

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Highlights of Mississauga Italfest

Words from the Heart

Mississauga ITALFEST is a highly anticipated festival, a jewel in our city’s line up of premier events throughout the summer. There is always something for everyone at Mississauga ITALFEST. A little taste of Italy visits Mississauga whenever Mississauga ITALFEST takes place.

Lenny Lombardi

"Mississauga ITALFEST is an outstanding  event. It is a valuable contribution to the city of Mississauga and is enjoyed by all who attend, regardless of age or ethnicity."


-- Lenny Lombardi

President, Chin Radio/TV International

Patti

"Mississauga ITALFEST was founded by a group of passionate people who saw the importance of sharing Italian Heritage and passing down time honored traditions for generations to come. For a few days, everyone can feel just a little bit Italian."


-- Patti Jannetta

President, Mississauga Italfest

anthony-petrucci

"As a founding director, current sponsor and vendor, I’m so proud to continue to be a part of Mississauga ITALFEST, celebrating the wonders of Italian food, culture and heritage and seeing first hand the positive economic impact to local businesses and the City of Mississauga."


-- Anthony Petrucci

President, Palma Pasta

Culture, Food, Music and Entertainment!

Enjoy a Top 100 Festival while offering some support at Mississauga Italfest. Be a part of this unforgettable event and soak in Italian culture and heritage. August 22-23, 2025.

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