Memphis Italian Festival - - 2009

The Memphis Italian Festival has been an annual tradition since 1989. Held at Marquette Park in East Memphis, the event gives all of us in the Mid-South the chance to enjoy Italian culture for a weekend. Best of all, proceeds from the festival benefit the children of Holy Rosary Parish School. Here is a sampling of what you can expect to find at the Memphis Italian Festival:

• Grape Stomping
• Live Music (Starship will be the festival's headliner)
• Italian Cooking Contests
• Bocce Ball Tournament
• Kids' Games and Other Activities
• Italian Cooking Demonstrations
• Volleyball Tournament
• Arts and Crafts
• Italian Wine
• Food Vendors
• Pizza Tossing

Ready to experience a taste of Italy? Below you will find all you need to know about the 2009 Memphis Italian Festival. And if you are planning on doing any traveling, be sure to check out the Italian festivals going on all over the country.

Dates:May 28 - May 30
Hours:The festivities begin at 5:00 p.m. on May 28th with an Italian Mass at Holy Rosary Church. There will then be a procession to Marquette Park. On May 29th and 30th, gates will open at 11:00 a.m.
Location:Marquette Park at the corner of Mt. Moriah and Park Avenue.
Admission:$10 for adults ($7 on Thursday only), children 12 and under and active military are free. Parking is also free.
Contact Information:901-767-6949 ext. 7334 or www.memphisitalianfestival.com
Other Information:Lawn chairs and blankets are welcome but no coolers, pets, bikes, or skates are allowed. Please note that all purses and bags are subject to search.