More Festa d’Italia performers revealed!
The City of Vaughan’s highly anticipated Festa d’Italia, presented by LiUNA! Local 183, is back on Saturday, June 6 from noon to 9 p.m. and Sunday, June 7 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Boyd Conservation Park (8739 Islington Ave.). Join us for an entire weekend of spectacular food, activities and entertainment – you won’t want to miss it!
Here are some entertainment highlights lined up for this year’s event:
Headliner: Pupo & Band
This renowned Italian singer, songwriter, television presenter and writer rose to fame in the late 1970s with catchy pop hits, including “Gelato al cioccolato” and “Su di noi.” He’s achieved major success at the Sanremo Music Festival, and has earned multiple gold records throughout his career.
Headliner: Joe Avati
Joe Avati is an Italian-Australian comedian, known for his observational comedy that draws heavily from his experiences growing up in an Italian family. Often referred to as “the Italian Seinfeld,” he performs in English and Calabrese dialect, resonating with audiences of Italian heritage.
Tony Monaco
Tony Monaco has entertained and electrified audiences for 37 years. As an award-winning Canadian broadcaster, he has become one of the most recognizable voices in and around the Greater Toronto Area. For the last 33 years, this steadfast radio host and legendary on-air personality has graced the airwaves on Z103.5.
Giuseppe the MC
Giuseppe the MC is an internationally recognized Italian-Canadian comedian and event emcee with over a decade of experience entertaining Italian audiences across Canada, the United States, Australia and Europe. Known for his high-energy personality and relatable Italian family humour, he has become a trusted name within the Italian community for comedy shows and festivals.
Joée
JUNO Award nominee and SOCAN Award winner Joée is a Canadian recording artist, singer-songwriter and performer. He has released multiple albums including “Truth” and his self-titled project. His hit singles, “Angel,” “Died In Your Arms,” “Feel It In The Air” and “Arriba,” have earned him recognition for his energetic dance productions and strong melodic vocals.
DJ Danny D
DJ Danny D is a recognized and respected name in the music industry. Celebrated for his top-rated shows on Z103.5 FM – “Wayback Lunch” and “The Ultra Drive @ 5 Streetmix” – he has built a loyal following through his energy, authenticity and connection with listeners.
Armando
Toronto’s very own Armando is one of Canada’s top Italian-Canadian singer-songwriters, performing and captivating audiences around the world, with hit singles including “Symphony,” “Seaview,” “Up in Amsterdam” and “Escape.”
DBG
DBG is a high-energy Italian-Canadian content creator and DJ personality known for blending his perspectives on culture, comedy and nightlife into viral social media moments.
Carlo Coppola
JUNO-nominated, award-winning singer-songwriter Carlo Coppola creates timeless music, blending intelligent pop, melodic rock and heartfelt ballads. A Top 10 San Remo finalist, Coppola is a multilingual artist who writes and sings in English, Italian, Spanish and French, while also contributing music to film and television.
Encore Live Entertainment
Encore Live Entertainment brings more than 25 years of elite performance experience, lighting up major Italian and Canadian events with unmatched energy.
Sarah Jordan and Matt Von
Sibling duo Sarah Jordan and Matt Von are a Vaughan-based act known for their powerful harmonies and emotionally driven performances. Blending pop, acoustic and soul influences, they create a sound that is both intimate and uplifting, rooted in their strong musical chemistry and shared passion for storytelling.
For more details as they become available, including stage and shuttle bus schedules, visit vaughan.ca/festa. Reminder, there is no parking available on-site. Free shuttle buses will run approximately every 30 minutes to Boyd Conservation Park from nine locations across the city on both event days.
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