Forty-fouryears ago, two men, Noe (Whitey) Marinelli and Bob (Corky) Corirossi had an inspiration, a festival that would join the Italian community in Rockford for one weekend a year. One big family reunion! The Greater Rockford Italian American Association (GRIAA) will be hosting the 44th annual Festa Italiana Fundraiser Aug. 4th – 6th, 2023. GRIAA is a non-profit organization staffed solely by volunteers, and promotes the Italian Culture through social events, works of charity, and educational activities throughout the community.

Schedule:

Friday Augut 4, 2023

5:05pm-5:35pm: Amici Italian Troupe
5:50pm-6:50pm: Vince Amore
7:00pm-7:20pm: Opening Ceremonies
7:30pm-9:00pm: Lounge Puppets
9:30pm-11:00pm: Brushville

Saturday August 5, 2023

12:45pm-2:00pm: PA Music
1:00pm-6:00pm: Carnival Rides & Games
2:00pm-2:45pm: Amici Italian Youth Troupe
2:50pm-3:50pm: Amici Italian Adult Troupe
4:00pm-5:30pm: Vince Chiarelli
5:30pm-7:00pm: Dirty Fishnet Stockings
7:30pm-9:00pm: Dead Mans Hand
9:30pm-11:00pm: Back Country Roads

Sunday August 6, 2023

10:00am-11:00am: Sunday Mass
11:00am-12:00pm: PA Music
12:00pm-12:45pm: Amici Italian Youth Troupe
12:00pm-7:00pm: Carnival Rides & Games
1:00pm-2:00pm: Amici Italian Adult Troupe
2:30pm-4:00pm: Vince Chiarelli
4:30pm-6:00pm: Strung Out Chicago
6:30pm-8:00pm: Fool House- Ultimate 90’s dance Party

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Date: Friday August 4, 2023 - Sunday August 6, 2023

Location: Boylan Catholic High School - 4000 St Francis Dr, Rockford, IL 61103

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