Tickets & Stage Seating Upgrades
Whether you're joining us for a single day or the entire weekend, there's a ticket option that's perfect for you. Purchase online in advance and enjoy Ingresso Rapido (Speed Entry) for the fastest way into the Festival.
Because this is a charity event, all ticket sales are final. Ticket insurance may be purchased through the ticketing agent. You may address extenuating circumstances by writing to us via the Contact page on our website. All refunds are at management's sole discretion.
General Admission
Adult General Admission – Single Day
$12
Good for admission on any one Festival day.
Child General Admission – Single Day
FREE
Children 12 years of age and under are admitted free when accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Three-Day Festival Pass
$20
Enjoy all three days of the Maryland Italian Festival and save! Your pass includes admission for Friday, Saturday, and Sunday for the same guest.
Military Appreciation Night Admission
$6
Friday, September 25 Only
Active-duty military personnel, Reservists, National Guard members, Veterans, and their spouses receive 50% off admission on Friday evening. Valid military identification is required at entry.
As our way of saying thank you for your service, military guests are invited to visit the Military Appreciation Tent to receive a commemorative Avena Maryland Italian Festival Challenge Coin.
Skip the Line with Ingresso Rapido
All ticket prices include transaction fees. Tickets may be purchased online or at the gate, but guests who purchase online enjoy access to Ingresso Rapido (Speed Entry).
Upon arrival, simply proceed to an attendant with a ticket scanner and enter the Festival without waiting in the general admission line.
Villas & Stage Seating Pods
Enhance your Festival experience with reserved premium seating at the Entertainment Stage. Whether entertaining family, friends, clients, or employees, our private villas and stage seating pods offer the best seats in the house.
Reserved seating sells out every year, so reserve yours early.
Private Villas
Enjoy your own shaded hospitality space overlooking the Entertainment Stage.
Each villa includes:
- Private tented seating area
- Large table and seating for up to 8 guests
- Table-side bar service (drinks not included)
- Admission tickets for 8 guests per day rented
- Two VIP parking passes per day rented
- Optional family name or company logo signage
Villa Pricing
Friday, September 25
$311
Saturday, September 26
$621
Sunday, September 27
$517
Three-Day Villa Package
$1,034
The three-day package includes admission for eight guests each day and up to six VIP parking passes throughout the weekend.
Stage Seating Pods
For guests who want guaranteed premium stage views without reserving an entire villa, Stage Seating Pods provide an exclusive reserved seating area near the main stage.
Each pod includes:
- Four Adirondack chairs
- Reserved seating area
- Small cocktail table
- Table-side bar service (drinks not included)
- Admission tickets for four guests per day rented
- One VIP parking pass per day rented
Pod Pricing
Friday, September 25
$156
Saturday, September 26
$311
Sunday, September 27
$259
Three-Day Pod Package
$517
The three-day package includes admission for four guests each day and up to three VIP parking passes throughout the weekend.
Bocce Tournament
Think you have what it takes to become Festival Bocce Champions?
Join our Saturday Bocce Tournament and compete for cash prizes while supporting Special Olympics athletes.
Bocce Tournament Information & Registration
Festival Swag
Take a piece of the Festival home with you! Shop official Maryland Italian Festival merchandise, apparel, souvenirs, and commemorative items.
Need a Hotel?
Coming from out of town? We've partnered with local hotels to make your stay comfortable and convenient.
