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If you haven't visited us before, you're in for a real treat! La Festa
Italiana is an end-of-summer tradition that annually attracts thousands of visitors. Hours are noon to 11 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday, and noon to 9 p.m. on Monday. |
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People come from near and far to enjoy the food, music and culture that
characterize the Italian heritage. La Festa Italiana has something for everyone.
More than 60 vendors will offer a wide variety of foods and displays.
The finest Italian cuisine is cooked and served daily, presenting festival
goers with the dilemma of which tempting dish to try next.
Continuous live entertainment for both young and older tastes is
featured during the afternoon and evening each day. Click here for the entertainment schedule.
And be sure that you don't miss the fireworks display that will be launched at
10:00PM Sunday!
A Mass in Italian will be celebrated at 10:00 AM on Sunday in St. Peter's
Cathedral, located one block from the festival site. This special liturgy is always attended by a capacity
audience, so plan to arrive early. The Mass will also be televised by CTV:
Catholic Television, in the Diocese of Scranton. Please check local
cable listings for the program channel.
Now that we've whetted your appetite, you might be wondering "How
do I find La Festa?!" Click here for directions.
SEE YOU AT LA FESTA!
Festival
patrons are also invited to Lackawanna Railfest ’09, hosted by the nearby
Steamtown National Historic Site Sept. 5-6. Under the theme “The 1940s,” the
event will feature behind-the-scenes tours, exhibits and displays, special
excursions, theater presentations, re-enactments and a USO musical performance.
Shuttle transportation will be provided between La Festa and Steamtown. For
details on Railfest, see this news release or visit visit
www.nps.gov/stea
Lodging at La Festa Italiana: A block of rooms have been
reserved for September 5, 2009 - September 7, 2009 at the
Hilton Scranton. The special room rate will be available until the group
block is sold-out.
Rediscover Scranton: This is the new home for getting the word out on all of the
exciting happenings here in Scranton, Pa
Scranton Tomorrow: This
community organization has been a great friend to La Festa over the years.