West Michigan Italian Festival

06/10/2026

We are excited to have part of festival and leading this years first annual familiga cup !!! Sign up and learn more here: https://www.thesoccerrebellion.com/la-famiglia-cup

Soccer Rebellion founder Michael Dublis says the new turf at Las Canchas, or The Courts, is a sign of the Grand Rapids' growing investment in the sport as the FIFA World Cup kicks off Thursday. Read the full story through the link in the comments.

06/10/2026

Official Press Release : July 24th and 25th 11am-9pm Tanger Outlets, Grand Rapids!

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 5-14-26 West Michigan Italian Festival Returns for 2026 To Tanger Outlets — Bigger, Better, and Twice the Fun Byron Center, MI — Following the successful return of Festa Italiana last year after a 24-year hiatus, the West Michigan Italian Festival is back for 2026 and expa....

06/10/2026

Have you booked your tickets and bought your festa cash?

https://west-michigan-italian-center.square.site/s/shop

06/09/2026

“In Italy, pasta isn’t just food — it’s family, tradition, and joy.”

“A tavola non si invecchia.”
Meaning: At the table, one does not grow old.

Enjoy family. Friends. Fun, Cheese and Pasta this year at the Festival! A taste of Italy in your backyard.

06/08/2026

Thank you Experience Grand Rapids for including us in your highlight of up and coming festivals. Looking for fun things to do in Grand Rapids? Give Experiencegr.com a look. https://www.experiencegr.com/event/west-michigan-italian-festival/96374/?date_start=2026-07-24

West Michigan Italian Festival celebrates Italian heritage while fostering community engagement and supporting local businesses. The festival features live performances, artisan booths, wine & beer garden, and family fun! You don't want to miss this!

06/07/2026

Who has their old photos to share of the original festa 25+ years ago! Gina Russo Rea our volunteer Director shared a few of hers!! If you have some comment 👇

06/07/2026

Are you ready to roll!? The 2nd annual Peter Secchia Memorial cup is back! Don’t delay, register today! Check out the original Festa Italiana trophy on display at SILVA. Will your name be engraved as the winning team this year?

https://westmichiganitalianfestival.com/what-we-do/

06/04/2026

Thank you to Big Joe Mix 957 and Townsquare media for being our official Radio Sponsor of the Festival. We were busy cutting creative today and you will see the stations out live during our two day festival with lots of fun, swag and more!

06/04/2026

The champ has the opportunity to defend his title! The Russo Ristorante & Mercato Spaghetti eating contest is back with celebrity participants. 1 pound of Spaghetti, first to finish and hold up plate is the Winner! Sign up for free here: https://westmichiganitalianfestival.com/spaghetti-eating-contest-signup/

06/02/2026

Did you know this year you can cut the line and get VIP access by purchasing your wristbands and festa cash in advance? Your envelop of goodies will be waiting in the VIP access entry.

Head to 👇
https://westmichiganitalianfestival.com/