Italianfest Newport, KY

One of Northern Kentucky’s most beloved summer traditions returns June 11–14, 2026, as Newport Italianfest takes over Newport Festival Park with four days of authentic Italian food, exciting new entertainment, cultural traditions, and family fun along the Ohio River.
Drawing more than 130,000 visitors annually, Newport Italianfest continues to grow while staying true to its roots—bringing
together generations through food, music, and tradition. This year’s festival introduces exciting new experiences, expanded
entertainment, and fresh culinary offerings that make 2026 one of the biggest years yet.
One of the most anticipated additions this year is the arrival of Corbo’s Bakery from Cleveland’s famous Little Italy district,
bringing authentic Italian flavors to Newport for the first time. Festivalgoers can enjoy much more than desserts with a full
lineup of Italian favorites including meatball subs, ravioli, pasta dishes, stromboli, eggplant rollatini, cheese ravioli, cannoli,
cassata cake, Italian pastries, cookies, and traditional specialties that have made Corbo’s a destination for generations.
The 2026 entertainment lineup delivers four days of live music featuring Italian traditions, crowd favorites, and exciting new
additions, culminating with a Sunday night performance from regional favorite Naked Karate Girls, helping close out one of
the biggest weekends of the summer.
2026 Entertainment Lineup
Thursday, June 11
5:00–6:30 PM — Hank Mautner Band with Nancy James
6:30–7:00 PM — Opening Ceremony & National Anthem
7:00–7:30 PM — Honored Italian-American Sons and Daughters Award
7:30–8:30 PM — Moreno Fruzzetti with Hank Mautner Band
9:00–11:00 PM — Mix Tape
Friday, June 12
5:00–6:45 PM — Hank Mautner Band
7:00–8:30 PM — Moreno Fruzzetti with Hank Mautner Band
8:30–9:00 PM — Hank Mautner Band
9:00–11:00 PM — Stromboleros: Italian Folk Band
Saturday, June 13
12:00–12:45 PM — Hank Mautner Band
12:45–1:45 PM — Moreno Fruzzetti with Hank Mautner Band
2:00–4:00 PM — Britney’s Lipstick
4:00–5:00 PM — Moreno Fruzzetti with Hank Mautner Band
5:30–8:30 PM — Vinyl Countdown
9:00–11:00 PM — DeVou-Doo Daddies
Sunday, June 14
12:00–2:00 PM — Hank Mautner Band
2:00–3:00 PM — Moreno Fruzzetti with Hank Mautner Band
4:00–6:00 PM — DeVou-Doo Daddies
6:00–9:00 PM — Karate Girls (NKG) closes out Newport Italianfest with a high-energy finale performance

“Newport Italianfest has always been about bringing generations together through tradition, culture, and shared experiences.
This year we’re excited to introduce new entertainment, bring in exciting vendors like Corbo’s from Cleveland, and continue
growing one of the region’s favorite summer traditions while keeping the family atmosphere people love.”

Event Details
Newport Italianfest • June 11–14, 2026
Newport Festival Park – Newport, Kentucky • FREE Admission