The Maryland Italian Festival is a place where families create memories together. From the excitement of a colorful midway filled with carnival rides and games to spectacular nightly fireworks, there is family fun around every corner.
Young visitors will delight in meeting Mario and Luigi, having their faces painted, and watching the timeless antics of Pulcinella, Italy’s beloved version of the classic Punch and Judy puppet show. Throughout the festival grounds, colorful roving stilt walkers surprise and entertain guests with laughter, music, and larger-than-life performances.
Families can stroll among talented street chalk artists, enjoy live music and entertainment, and experience the sights, sounds, and flavors of Italy together. On Sunday, youngsters are invited to join lively Tarantella dance lessons, learning the joyful steps of Italy’s most famous folk dance in a fun and engaging setting.
Whether you're winning prizes on the midway, enjoying a thrilling ride, watching fireworks light up the night sky, meeting beloved characters, or dancing in the piazza, the Maryland Italian Festival offers an unforgettable weekend of family fun, Italian culture, and lasting memories for all ages.
Festival Highlights
Carnival Rides and Midway
Stiltwalker
Mario & Luigi
Balloon
Face painting
Fireworks
Piccolo Teatro
Bocce Tournament
Special Olympics Bocce Tournament
Pulcinella Puppet Shows
Tarantella Lessons for Children
Street Chalk Artists
Balloon Artists
Stilt Walkers
