A celebration of Italian history, heritage and culture.
Live Events: Highlighting traditional music, song and folk lore, architectural works and regional food.
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.
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.
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.
"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
"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