9th Annual Italian Festival

The Italian Association of Arizona is hosting its ninth annual Italian Festival, themed “La Strada del Vino” (The Street of Wine), at the Old Town Scottsdale Waterfront. This two-day, family-friendly event will feature over 30 Italian wines, more than a dozen food vendors like Pomo Pizzeria and Mamma Lucy, and various Italian goods for purchase. Attendees can enjoy live music from artists such as Ripalta Bufo, A Ziarella Folk Group, and the Steve Ansel band, as well as street performers throughout the festival.For the first time, a special V.I.P. pre-sale package is available for $39, including festival access, a personal wine glass, and seven wine-tasting tickets. After the pre-sale, the package will cost $65 with five wine-tasting tickets. General admission tickets are $20, available online and at the door. Children 12 and under are free.