Festa Italiana!

Start: Friday, October 10, 2025 11:00AM
End: Saturday, October 11, 2025 6:00PM

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: The Sons & Daughters of Italy in America Buona Fortuna Lodge Email: FestaItalianaPensacola@gmail.com Website: https://buonafortunalodge.org/festaitaliana/ ??Andy Fricano: 404-667-3526 FESTA ITALIANA 2025: CELEBRATE ITALIAN CULTURE IN PENSACOLA October 10-11, 2025, at Fountain Park Pensacola, FL – The Sons & Daughters of Italy in America Buona Fortuna Lodge proudly presents the 15th Annual Festa Italiana, a celebration of Italian heritage, cuisine, and culture. This exciting event will take place on Friday, October 10, 2025, and Saturday, October 11, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM at Fountain Park, just south of Seville Square, located at 300 E. Zaragoza Street in downtown Pensacola. This year’s Festa Italiana promises an unforgettable experience with a variety of activities and attractions, including: Culinary Delights: Enjoy freshly prepared Italian favorites such as spaghetti with meatballs, lasagna, meatball sandwiches, margherita pizza, sausage and meatball sandwiches, and our award-winning Shrimp Scampi Napoletano. Don’t forget to treat yourself to our homemade Italian desserts! Art and Culinary Demonstrations: Watch live demonstrations from talented artists and chefs, showcasing traditional Italian art forms and culinary techniques. Italian Wines and Beer: Savor the flavors of Italy with a selection of Italian wines and beers available for purchase. Family Fun: Immerse yourself in the lively atmosphere with Italian music and family-friendly activities for all ages. Silent Auction: Bid on unique items and experiences in our silent auction, with proceeds benefiting local and national charitable causes. Raffle Drawing: Enter for a chance to win one of four fantastic cash prizes: Grand Prize: $1,000 2nd Prize: $500 3rd Prize: $500 4th Prize: $250 Your participation in Festa Italiana helps us continue our mission of giving back to the Northwest Florida community. Over the past 15 years, we have donated more than $160,000 to various local and national causes, including $8,000 in total scholarships awarded to 5 graduating high school seniors this year. Come join us to celebrate Italian culture, food, and entertainment! We look forward to welcoming you to Festa Italiana 2025. For more information, please visit our website at buonafortunalodge.org/festa-italiana/ or contact us at BuonaFortunaLodge@gmail.com. The Sons & Daughters of Italy in America Buona Fortuna Lodge is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to promoting Italian culture and heritage through community events and charitable activities.