09/14/2025
ITALIAN FESTIVAL - Join us for a weekend full of unforgettable fun at OUR 3RD Annual Italian Festival, taking place Saturday and Sunday, September 20 & 21, starting each day at 1:00 PM and continuing through the night. Enjoy two full days of Italian culture, cuisine, and community right on the iconic pier of Rye Playland. Indulge in authentic favorites like pizza, sausage & peppers, meatballs, zeppole, gelato, espresso, wine, and sangria, with food trucks and vendors offering something for every appetite. Festival highlights include live music and entertainment, from DJ Serg, Lisa Messina, Angelo Venuto, TEO the Italian Opera Singer, Accordion player, Steven Maglia performing Sinatra hits, ELVIS tribute. Appearances by Tony Cash Instagram star, Jeff Provenzano Skydiver, Honoree Lisa LaRocca from News 12 Westchester, 360° photo booth, and exciting contests like the cannoli and meatball eating competitions. Kids will love the bounce castle, face painting, balloon artist, and dunk tank, while adults can try their luck in our Super 50/50 Raffle and our Grand Raffle for $100 ticket featuring amazing prizes: $10,000 for 1st place, $5,000 for 2nd, and a 60” flat screen TV for 3rd. With artisan vendors, local businesses, and surprises around every corner, there’s truly something for everyone. Come early, stay late, and celebrate Italian heritage and hospitality all weekend long. NOW THAT’S ITALIAN…. Don’t miss it! Let’s make memories together — Italian style!