Italian Fest Collinsville IL
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Italian Fest Collinsville IL

Be a Part of the Largest Fest in the St. Louis Bi-State Area Devoted to All Things Italian

Friday, September 19th
11AM - 10PM

Saturday, September 20th
11AM - 10PM

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OUR HISTORY

Italian Fest Collinsville IL

Come and celebrate in Collinsville, Illinois.

The Italian Fest is a family-friendly event!

Since 1984, Collinsville IL has been celebrating the Italian culture and heritage that our city was built on.

The annual celebration falls on the 3rd weekend of September, located in Uptown Collinsville on Main Street.

We hope to see you at the Fest!

Theme for this year is Back to our Heritage

Admission & musical entertainment are free.

Schedule of Events

Friday - September 19th

Venezia Stage

Opening Ceremonies | 11:30AM
Grape Stamp Comp. | 12PM
Community Grape Stomp | 1PM – 2PM
Platinum Rock Legends | 7PM – 10PM

Milano Stage

Sonically Pleasing | 3PM – 5PM
Turning Point | 7PM – 10PM

Saturday - September 20th

Venezia Stage

5k / MC by Deluxe DJs & Entertainment | 8AM
Bocce Ball at Glidden Park | 9AM
The Samurai 5 | 12PM – 3PM
Parade | 4PM
Shotgun Creek | 6PM – 10PM

Milano Stage

Diaper Dash | 11AM
CMS & CHS Dance Team | 12PM – 1PM
Pizza Eating Contest | 1PM
CWC Wrestling Demo | 5:30PM
McLovin | 7PM – 10PM
Paisan Pedal Push – Library Parking Lot | 12AM

Grape Stomp Contest

Grape Stomp at Italian Fest
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Over 30 Food Stands

Over 30 Food Stands at Italian Fest
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Parade Information

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Volunteering Opportunities

Volunteering Opportunities at Italian Fest
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Kids
Activities

climbing
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5k
Run

5k run at Italian Fest
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Little Miss & Mr Pageant

Little Miss & Mr Pageant at Italian Fest
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Event
Sponsors

Event Sponsors at Italian Fest
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Bocce Ball
Tourney

Bocce Ball Tourney at Italian Fest
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Live
Music

Live Music at Italian Fest
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Lodging &
Parking

Lodging and Parking at Italian Fest
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Ride the Free Shuttle Bus

Madison County Shuttle Service will be providing complimentary transportation to the Italian Fest both days! You can catch the shuttle at Doris Intermediate School (DIS) 1841 Vandalia street to the festival grounds in Uptown Collinsville. The Return Shuttle will pick passengers up at MCT Station on Clay Street and return to DIS.
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Designated Pickup & Drop Off Locations

408 W. Main St. (Next To Collinsville Library)
307 E. Main St. (Collinsville Township Office)

A Huge Thank You to Our Event Sponsors

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Italian Fest Event Guidelines

Here is a list of guidelines that will help make Italian Fest enjoyable and safe for everyone!

  • In the event of an emergency, please listen to and follow the directions of Event Staff and Rescue/Emergency professionals.
  •  Italian Fest attendees are expected to avoid unnecessary risks and exercise common sense.
  • Fireworks, firearms, knives, swords, weapons, and explosive materials are strictly prohibited.
  • Pets are not permitted. However, registered service animals are welcome, but you will be asked to show your papers for your service animal as well as clean-up bags.
  • No Bikes, Skateboards, or Scooters allowed.
  • Trash goes into the trash receptacles. Help us make sure the city of Collinsville can stay clean.
  • As a guest of Italian Fest please treat the Main Street buildings and grounds with respect. These historic buildings cannot stand up to abuse, ill-use, or being climbed on. Please conduct yourself and your children in such a way that we can continue to host Italian Fest here for years to come.

Click here for a downloadable copy of the guidelines