By OnMilwaukee Staff Writers Published Jul 06, 2026 at 11:02 AM

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Experience a weekend filled with Italian food, music and culture at the Henry Maier Festival grounds.

Fast Facts

Location: Henry Maier Festival Park

When: Thursday, July 10 from 5 to 11 p.m.; Friday, July 11 from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. and Sunday, July 12 from 12 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Tickets: purchase online for $18 each

Parking: Parking is available at Henry Maier Festival Park (200 N. Harbor Dr.) and nearby downtown lots, including at the Italian Community Center.

Don’t miss

Cooking demonstrations, including pasta making, at the Aurora Cucina Stage
Italian Heritage Exhibit celebrating St. Francis of Assisi
Festa Italiana Mass at 10:30 a.m. on July 12 at the BMO Pavilion
Entertainment from the Florentine Opera to the Eddie Butts Band
Delicious Eats from Italian vendors!

Pro tips for attendees

FREE admission for first responders, law enforcement, educators and school staff, military and veterans and healthcare workers on Friday, July 10 from 5 to 7 p.m. with I.D.
FREE admission on Sunday, July 12 when you bring three (3) non-perishable food items to the main gate.