Join us at the Italian Festa & Expo 2025 (IF25) for an unforgettable celebration of Italian culture, food, wine, and music!
Secure your tickets to enjoy exclusive wine tastings, intimate jazz concerts, and limited-edition IF25 merchandise.
Savour premium wines at IF Vino, experience world-class performances at the IF Jazz Club, and take home unique collector’s items designed for this year’s festival.
Tickets are limited, so book early to be part of Melbourne’s most anticipated Italian celebration at the Royal Exhibition Building.
3:00 pm
Rita Marcotulli leads a recital of memory and improvisation, blending original works, film music, and tributes to Italian masters with vivid freedom.
Rita Marcotulli, piano
5:30 pm
Legendary pianist Paul Grabowsky and singer Ilaria Crociani unveil a moving new duet: music of memory, emotion, and beauty, live in concert.
Paul Grabowsky, piano - Ilaria Crociani, voice
8:00 pm
Acclaimed trumpeter Gianni Marinucci leads a quartet in a powerful jazz tribute to Ennio Morricone, blending cinematic sweep with improvisational depth
Gianni Marinucci, trumpet - Carl Mackey, tenor saxophone - Steve Grant, piano accordion - Tom Lee, bass
3:00 pm
Through jazz, folk, and childhood songs, Ronny Ferella creates a moving musical journey of migration, belonging, and the stories that shape us
Ronny Ferella, drums/percussion/compositions, - Jordan Murray, trombone - Ash Ballat, trumpet - Grant Arthur, tuba/trombone/guitar - Tom Lee, Bass
6:00 pm
An international quartet led by Rita Marcotulli and Mirko Guerrini brings jazz, improvisation, and soulful artistry together in a truly shared language
Rita Marcotulli, piano - Mirko Guerrini saxes, duduk, ethnic flutes - Michelangelo Scandroglio, double bass - Niko Schauble, drums
Taste and buy 70+ incredible Italian wines from Australia and Italy.
Discover the journey from the first imports to New Wave producers. Try over 34 varieties, including rare and lesser known varieties such as Catarratto, Pignoletto, Tai Rosso, Schioppettino and Croatina.
Your admission ticket includes:
Wine Experience Ticket
Saturday
Non-refundable
Wine Experience Ticket
Saturday
Non-refundable
Wine Experience Ticket
Saturday
Non-refundable
Wine Experience Ticket
Sunday
Non-refundable
Wine Experience Ticket
Sunday
Non-refundable
Wine Experience Ticket
Sunday
Non-refundable
If you want to buy our T-shirt, visit Forza Italia website
Good Memory Plate (20cm)
Non-refundable. Exchange for damaged items are accepted
Good Memory Plate (20cm)
Non-refundable. Exchange for damaged items are accepted
Good Memory Plate (20cm)
Non-refundable. Exchange for damaged items are accepted
Good Memory Plate (20cm)
Non-refundable. Exchange for damaged items are accepted
Good Memory Plate (20cm)
Non-refundable. Exchange for damaged items are accepted
Good Memory Plate (20cm)
Non-refundable. Exchange for damaged items are accepted
Good Memory Plate (20cm)
Non-refundable. Exchange for damaged items are accepted
Good memory Plates x4 (20cm)
Non-refundable. Exchange for damaged items are accepted
Good memory Plates x6 (20cm)
Non-refundable. Exchange for damaged items are accepted
Good memory Plates x7 (20cm)
Non-refundable. Exchange for damaged items are accepted
Outside, the excitement roars on with a stage hosting lively mass entertainment that'll make your heart race. Dance to both traditional and modern beats, soaking in the contagious energy.
In this unprecedented occasion will be be able to sit down and have a signature menu made by Trattoria Emilia during the Festa.
The best way to enjoy this opportunity is to reserve your table as soon as possible since seats are limited and bookings are the only way to guarantee your spot.
That said, the Festa itself is free to enter, and we’ll also keep a few tables aside for walk-ins. So if you’re already planning to wander through the piazza, come say ciao, we’d love to see you!
The Malt Shop Rollers Pop-Up Rink is rolling into IF25 for a weekend of fun on wheels!
For the first time, visitors can enjoy a retro-inspired roller skating experience right in the heart of the Festa. With over 250 pairs of skates available for hire, Italo Disco beats, and an electric festival vibe, it’s the perfect mix of nostalgia, movement, and community.
Whether you’re an experienced skater or it’s your first time on eight wheels, the Malt Shop Rollers team will be there to guide you — ensuring fun, safety, and good times for all ages.
You’ll find the action in Zone E – Sport Village, alongside the Calcio tournament and Bocce area.
Picture charming stalls adorned with twinkling lights, offering unique gifts, festive treats, and a warm, inviting atmosphere that will transport you straight to an Italian winter wonderland.
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