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Festa Italiana Rockford 2026 — 47th Annual

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July 31 – August 2, 2026Festa Italiana

Festa Italiana Rockford 2026 — 47th Annual

Mark your calendars. The 47th annual Festa Italiana returns July 31 – August 2, 2026. Three days of authentic Italian food, live music, Amici Italiani dance performances, bocce, and community celebration — and GRIAA's largest scholarship fundraiser of the year.

Friday July 31· 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM

Saturday Aug 1· 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM

Sunday Aug 2· Mass 10:00 AM · Festival 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM

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