Adelaide Italian Festival 2025: A celebration of culture for la famiglia

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Get ready for la dolce vita, famiglie — because the Adelaide Italian Festival is back and bigger than ever! This amazing 10-day celebration of all things Italian brings more than 60 fun events across South Australia — filled with food, music, art, sport, history, and culture. There's even a curation of signature events to enjoy...

Festa in the Plaza

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When: Friday 7 & Saturday 8 November, 11am – 11pm both days

Where: Festival Plaza

Cost: FREE!

The festival kicks off with two HUGE days of fun as Festival Plaza turns into a buzzing Italian piazza!

Dance the Tarantella, get your face painted, kick a soccer goal, or make your own pasta necklace!

Enjoy mouth-watering Italian treats like pizza, gnocchi, porchetta, cannoli, zeppole, gelato, and of course, coffee for the grown-ups!

Sing along to live music from DJs Louis, Simon and Marco, and be amazed by Italian singer Carmen Floccari and her band performing all the way from Italy!

RSVP and more details here.

Movie Night: House of Gucci

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When: Tuesday 11 November | 5.30–9.30pm

Where: Palace Nova Eastend

Cost: $60 per person

A glamorous night for the grown-ups! Walk the red carpet, eat delicious pasta, sip Italian wine, and enjoy the movie House of Gucci!

RSVP here.

 Journey Mass

When: Saturday 15 November | 3.30–5.30pm

Where: St Francis Xavier Cathedral

Cost: Free

A beautiful celebration of family, faith, and the Italian spirit — honouring the journey of generations who made Adelaide their home.

RSVP here.

Long Lunch: Pranzo in the Piazza presented by Guardian

When: Sunday 16 November | 12–4pm

Where: Roma, 11 Waymouth Street

Cost: $175 per person

Gather your family and friends for a stylish Sunday feast! Enjoy delicious Italian food, live music, laughter, and that warm Italian hospitality.

RSVP here.

Open Access Events

A lively crowd of people dancing joyfully at a vibrant party, with colorful lights illuminating the scene.

There’s something for everyone — from fashion parades and opera concerts, to music, stories, dancing, and games at the Into Italy Show!

So, mark your calendars and get ready to celebrate Italy — Adelaide style! More details and full program at adelaideitalianfestival.com.au

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