About Us

Festa Italiana North Carolina was founded by a small group of Italian Americans in the Triangle. Proud of their heritage and nostalgic for the Italian street festivals they grew up with, they organized the first-ever Festa Italiana in 2018. Since then, it has become a much-anticipated annual event celebrating Italian culture, music, food, wine, and more.

In the spirit of the generosity of the Italian American community, Festa Italiana North Carolina raises thousands of dollars each year to support the work of local charities with the support of our sponsors and vendor fees.

IN MEMORIAM: It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Festa Italiana Board Member Antoinette (Toni) Marie Koytek on Thursday, January 16, 2025. Deepest sympathy to all of her family and friends. She will be missed. Festa Italiana North Carolina 2025 will be dedicated in her honor.

Festa Italiana Board Members

Festa Italiana Chairs

  • Claudia Camassa

    COOKING DEMO

  • Diana D'Abruzzo

    WEBSITE

  • Patty Davis

    VENDORS

  • Ann DeLorenze

    SPONSORS

  • Joe DeStasio

    FINANCE

  • Jan DiSantostefano

    MERCHANDISE

  • Katrina DiTomasso

    ZONA BAMBINI (CHILDREN’S AREA)

  • Franca Luzzi

    WINE AND BELLINI BOOTH

  • Enzo Martini, Dominic Mastroianni, and William Delfino

    INFRASTRUCTURE

  • Michele Mastroianni

    EVENTS

  • Megan McCluskey

    BEER TRUCK

  • Vito and Holly Petrone

    CASH RAFFLE

  • Barbara White

    SOCIAL MEDIA

  • Shannon Zarb

    VOLUNTEERS

  • Shannon Zarb

    GOOGLE DRIVE