Italian American Heritage Festival of Iowa

06/04/2023

Thanks to everyone who has reached out.

We too, are disappointed that there will not be a 2023 festival. Presenting our Italian heritage to the State of Iowa was one of the highlights of the year. Please know that the festival will return!!!

Currently our efforts have been focused on getting our new facility up & running, which, by the way, is progressing nicely. Follow our web site for updates www.iaccofia.org to see what’s happening.

This UNESCO World Heritage Site of Castellaro Lagusello is listed among the “most beautiful villages in Italy”. Read more

12/26/2020

Find out why this dotted line is so important at www.iaccofia.org

10/25/2020

Drink wine from a fountain… The famous Dora Sarchese Vineyard put the small town of Caldari di Ortona, Italy on the map when it installed a red wine fountain……. http://iaccofia.org

06/27/2020

Do you know these cuties who danced in the 1933 Italian Festival?
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06/04/2020

A friendly reminder our 2020 festival is CANCELLED!

We have seen people using our information and saying the festival is rescheduled trying to get vendors to send them money!

DO NOT SEND ANYONE MONEY FOR THE 2020 FESTIVAL!

We hope you and your families are staying safe!! We look forward to seeing everyone in 2021!!

03/18/2020

It is believed nations like the US, England, France, Spain and Germany are about 9-10 days behind Italy in the COVID19 progression. We asked people from all ...

03/10/2020

Don’t miss out on showcasing your creations! Whether it’s food, crafts or unique items, we’ve got a place for you. Food Vendor Application here. il Mercato Application here.

02/23/2020

The Italian-American Cultural Center of Iowa will hold its 23nd annual St. Joseph Altar Celebration.

02/19/2020

Do you have something non-food you'd like to sell at the festival??? We have spots in our Mercato available!!

VENDOR INFORMATION The festival is July 24-25th. The Italian Marketplace, “il Mercato”, is designed for smaller businesses. The tent will house multiple vendors who only need a small space. The two-day rental fee for an 8’ table, 2 chairs and 110 electrical hookup (if needed) is only $2...