Mississauga Italfest 2025

Mississauga ITALFEST is Mississauga’s first and premier Italian festival. Named one of the Top 100 Festivals & Events in Ontario, since its inaugural year in 2013, ITALFEST takes place annually in August and is a free event celebrating the beauty of Italian music, heritage and culture. We are thrilled to welcome 2025 for our 13th consenecutive year!

ITALFEST features delicious food and crafts from a variety of vendors and artisans, cultural and family-oriented activities, entertainment from local and international talent, a thriving “mercato” (market) and more. The festival spotlights a community rich in heritage, entertainment, culinary delights, family fun and diversity in Ontario.

Italfest’s 2025 featured region is Sicily and The Great Hall in Mississauga City Hall will house incredible displays of Sicilian culture. Famous people across time, artifacts, food sampling, musical performances, poetry, works of art and the world renowned Il Pupi Italici Puppet Theatre bring highlights of Italy’s largest region to life.

Experience Mississauga Italfest with exclusive seating beside the Main Stage stage, where the best views and vibes are reserved just for you!

Get access to the VIP Lounge and Bar Italia on Friday night and/or Saturday all day where you can enjoy licensed and non-alcoholic beverages and indulge in authentic Italian food and gourmet bites.Our VIP Lounge provides the ultimate festival experience, surrounded by the energy of the crowd but with the comfort of private seating. Celebrate Mississauga Italfest in style! Friday night access includes light hospitality service and Saturday includes a delicious Italian meal.

Friday August 22 | 5pm - 10:30 pm

$30 advance purchase here

$40 at the door

Saturday August 23 | 12pm - 10:30 pm

$50 advance purchse here

$60 at the door

Spaces are limited and are on a first-come , first-served basis for both nights.

Live entertainment thrives Friday starting with the “Mississauga Italstar” youth singing showcase, local favourites Cat Bernardi and up and coming duo Elio & Ferro. Z103’s Tony Monaco will broadcast live from the heart of Italfest’s “Under the Sauga Moon" Dance Party featuring freestyle artist Zoe and Juno award-nominated Elissa. On stage, along with Italo Canadian artist Armando Music, whose international collaborations include "EL PARADISO" with DJ Antoine, and the official FIFA World Cup song "OLE OLE", the forever popular Joee’ will pump out hits like "Angel" and "If I Could", captivating the ardent crowd. Z103.5's electrifying DJ Danny D will keep the party going at Mississauga Celebration Square until 11 pm. Get ready for non-stop dance hits!

Saturday, Celebrity MC’s, Andrea Trendadue from CHIN, and comedian Frank Spadone will highlight Italfest’s authentic cuisine, popular singers, musicians , dancers, choirs, comedians, and celebrity chefs, and invite fans to sign up for a soccer challenge or hilarious food eating contest. All leading up to the nighttime spotlight shining on our Family headliners, Direct From Italy, singer-songwriter Pino Gioia, amazing tenor Giuseppe Gambi and the famous Little Tony paying tribute to their iconic Father, Little Tony.

Host or Publisher Mississauga Italfest