Family Fun

Fun for the whole famiglia at Festa Italiana!

When you’re at Festa, you’re among family. Between our free Carnival, Children’s Stage, Pinocchio Parade and more, there is no shortage of family-friendly activities to explore.

Best of all, children 12 and under are admitted FREE each day when accompanied by an adult!

Bocce Ball

This popular Italian game is fun for all ages! To learn how to play, check out our Bocce page.

Carnival

Sponsored by Catholic Financial Life, our free carnival features rides for kids and big kids too! Rides include: Giant Slide, Go-Gator, Rio Grande Train, Merry Go Round, Tilt-a-Whirl, Paratrooper, Round Up and Sky Fighter. Make sure to visit our carnival at the North end of the grounds to pack even more fun into your Festa experience!

Pinocchio Parade

Beginning on the North end of the grounds, Festa Italiana’s enchanting parade will wind its way through the festival Saturday and Sunday evening at 5 p.m. Led by Pinocchio, Geppetto, the Blue Fairy and Topo Gigio, the beloved parade celebrates the music, culture and spirit of Italy – plus many surprises along the way!

Kids Pizza Making Contest

Don’t forget the cheese, please! The popular contest returns Sunday in the Cucina Showcase. Children ages 5-9 and ages 10-17 are welcome to participate. For more details, visit the Kids Pizza Making Contest page.