Vaughan’s first ever Festa d’Italia!
New this year, the City of Vaughan is excited to hold its first ever Festa d’Italia – a vibrant celebration of Italian culture and heritage!
Mark your calendars! It’s on Sunday, June 1 from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. at Boyd Conservation Park (8739 Islington Ave.). This FREE fun-filled day will include music, entertainment, art, food and so much more. Tony Monaco from Z103.5 Radio and Giuseppe the MC will emcee the event. Highlights will include an official welcome from Mayor Steven Del Duca and Members of Council and headline performances by I Cugini di Campagna at 12:45 p.m. and 7 p.m.
Additional entertainment and festivities include:
- a performance by Joee De Simone
- arts and crafts, and interactive family activities
- a tribute to Andrea Bocelli
- a business zone
- food vendors
- music by DJ Danny D, Mario Polsinelli and Bruno Monardo
- traditional Italian dances
- various local Italian artists and more!
Onsite parking is limited. Additional parking, including offsite parking, park-and-walk options, and free shuttle bus services are available.
Shuttle service will begin at 10 a.m. at the following locations: Al Palladini Community Centre (9201 Islington Ave.), Chancellor Community Centre (350 Ansley Grove Rd.), Woodbridge Pool and Memorial Arena (5020 Hwy 7), Woodbridge Public School (60 Burwick Ave.), Market Lane (140 Woodbridge Ave.), Vaughan City Hall (2141 Major Mackenzie Dr.) and the VMC Library (200 Apple Mill Rd.). The last pickup will be at Boyd Conservation Park at 8:30 p.m. For more details on shuttle bus services and parking, please visit vaughan.ca/festa.
Looking to showcase your business or products at this event? Secure your spot now and connect with the community at this highly anticipated celebration! The deadline for submitting applications has been extended to Thursday, May 22.
To learn more, visit vaughan.ca/festa.
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“Vaughan is home to one of the largest Italian Canadian populations in the country and they have played a vital role in enriching our cultural diversity and our efforts to build a world-class city for everyone. To recognize their incredible contributions, I am excited to invite everyone to take part in a truly special occasion – our first ever Festa d’Italia on Sunday, June 1. It promises to be a fun day filled with culinary delights, music, art and traditions that reflect the beauty and vitality of Italian heritage. It is a chance to come together as a community, celebrate our shared values and learn from the many great traditions that have been passed down for generations. I look forward to welcoming you and your family to the first ever Festa d’Italia!”
- Mayor Steven Del Duca
QUICK FACTS
- The City of Vaughan proclaims June Italian Heritage Month annually.
- New this year, to accommodate the growing interest and attendance from Vaughan’s Italian community, the City is hosting its first ever Festa d’Italia on June 1 at Boyd Conservation Park (8739 Islington Ave.).
- Pizza Nova is the presenting sponsor for this year’s Italian Heritage Month celebrations.
- Event sponsors include Greenpark Group, Liuna Local 183, Zancor Homes and Z103.5.
- The City strives to foster a culture that is inclusive and respectful, where all residents, employees, businesses and visitors are provided accessible opportunities to engage and participate. The City is proud to have diverse communities and values the significant contributions diverse communities make to the cultural, economic and social achievements in Vaughan.
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