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Italian Day Raffle

Thanks to our generous sponsors, our 2024 Raffle boasted over $14,000 of fabulous prizes.
The 50/50 jackpot grew to over $13,000, with the winner taking half!

Stay tuned when we announce our 2025 Italian Day on The Drive Raffle!

VIEW COMPLETE LIST OF LAST YEAR'S WINNERS

DJ Nick Fazio

DJ Nick Fazio brings a vast variety of music and talent that is sure to be a hit with every age group.

Pasta Eating Contest (Adults)

Share in the fun with our pasta eating contests scheduled throughout the day for adults and children.

Pasta Eating Contest (Children)

Share in the fun with our pasta eating contests scheduled throughout the day for adults and children.

Dance Party with DJ Nick Fazio

Music by DJ Nick Fazio, filling the air with his Euro mix flavours, guaranteed to ramp up as the day evolves into a fabulous dance festa.

Pasta Eating Contest (Adults)

Share in the fun with our pasta eating contests scheduled throughout the day for adults and children.

Pasta Eating Contest (Children)

Share in the fun with our pasta eating contests scheduled throughout the day for adults and children.

DJ Nick Fazio

DJ Nick Fazio brings a vast variety of music and talent that is sure to be a hit with every age group.

DJ MIXXX (Nick Guarna)

DJ MIXXX (Nick Guarna) sets the mood blending Italian and Latin mixes!

DJ Storm (Jeff Gentile)

DJ STORM got his start in the music business working up north and on the cruise ships in Miami. He translated that into establishing residencies at some of the top clubs in Vancouver.

Chloé Hurst

Performance by the talented Italian Canadian soprano Chloé Hurst.

Giovani Talenti (Youth Talent Contest)

Il Centro and Sopra Sotto present Giovani Talenti, il Centro’s new talent show for those aged 15 to 25 years.

Dance Party with DJ Storm

Join DJ Storm (Jeff Gentile) for a lively dance party!

Giovani Talenti (Finalist Performances)

Il Centro and Sopra Sotto present Giovani Talenti, il Centro’s new talent show for those aged 15 to 25 years.

DJ Storm (Jeff Gentile)

DJ STORM got his start in the music business working up north and on the cruise ships in Miami. He translated that into establishing residencies at some of the top clubs in Vancouver.

Jany Barucci

A voice of an angel and passion when singing which moves you to the core! Always comes in theme!

Luvinya & The Retrolytes

Local 22-year-old Italian-Canadian emerging artist Lavinia Urbani with an 6-piece ensemble featuring RnB, Italian and original music.

The Duelling Pianos with Mark Olexson & Aaron Grant

Mark Olexson and Aaron Grant bring years of experience to their high-energy, Vegas style dueling pianos show, performing at major events and regularly at The Parq Casino. Make a request or just sit back and enjoy their vast repertoire of music that spans decades!

Lou Marocco

Crooner & entertainer, Lou blends Italian classics and crooner faves in his repertoire!

Luna Rossa

Join trio Luna Rossa, featuring lead Patrizia Coletta, delivering authentic flavours of Italian classics, latin rhythms and other favourites! Let’s dance!

MRZ DJ (Maurizio Margari)

Born in Italy, Maurizio Margari, creates his own exclusive blend of Italian mixes to include retro throwbacks and current chart toppers… done and delivered in MRZ DJ style!

Lou Marocco

Crooner & entertainer, Lou blends Italian classics and crooner faves in his repertoire!

MRZ DJ (Maurizio Margari)

Born in Italy, Maurizio Margari, creates his own exclusive blend of Italian mixes to include retro throwbacks and current chart toppers… done and delivered in MRZ DJ style!

Fashion Show

Atelier GRANDI + JAC + Kalena’s Italian Shoes / Festivalgoers and fashionistas can look forward to fashion shoes featuring Canadian designers and collections.

Stephen Scaccia with guitarist Lenny Pallerstein

A Burnaby born vocal phenom who has worked and performed along side Michael Bublé and members of Soul Decision. Catch his performance this year at Italian Day with guitarist Lenny Pallerstein!

Jany Barucci

A voice of an angel and passion when singing which moves you to the core! Always comes in theme!

Dance Party with MRZ DJ

Join MRZ DJ (Maurizio Margari) for a lively dance party!

Federico Fuoco & Palma D’Andrea

A dynamic duo who together provide powerful vocals and high energy performances drawing huge crowds and dancing in the street!

Fashion Show

Atelier GRANDI + JAC + Kalena’s Italian Shoes / Festivalgoers and fashionistas can look forward to fashion shoes featuring Canadian designers and collections.

MRZ DJ (Maurizio Margari)

Born in Italy, Maurizio Margari, creates his own exclusive blend of Italian mixes to include retro throwbacks and current chart toppers… done and delivered in MRZ DJ style!

Gruppo Folcloristico (Children’s Choir)

Children’s Folk Choir representing the Veneto region. A tradition to feature this group at the Opening of the festival, this year launching the performances at the CONWEST Grandview Park stage!

Langley Ukulele Ensemble

Enjoy a 20 piece ensemble of young musicians who demonstrate excellence by enriching lives through musical presentations, as well as local and worldwide interactions.

Opera 101

Join Italian Canadian soprano Chloé Hurst, baritone Aaron Durand and pianist Perri Lo for an unforgettable show!

Luna Rossa

Join trio Luna Rossa, featuring lead Patrizia Coletta, delivering authentic flavours of Italian classics, Latin rhythms and other favourites! Let’s dance!

Luvinya & The Retrolytes

Local 22-year-old Italian-Canadian emerging artist Lavinia Urbani with an 6-piece ensemble featuring RnB, Italian and original music.

Jany B Band

A six piece ensemble with Jany Barucci on lead vocals, transporting you with Italian and Latin sounds, and guaranteed to start a dance party!

Opening Ceremony

Beginning at noon, featuring guest speakers and special performances.

Gianni Fuoco Band with special guest tenor Gustavo Herrera

Long-time godfather of the local Italian music family, Gianni Fuoco, brings Italian heritage and roots to the stage.

Federico Fuoco & Fire

An annual highlight, showman Federico Fuoco always takes the attendees on an entertaining ride.

Carmelina Cupo

The beautiful and charismatic Carmelina Cupo serves up talent with a range of Italian pop, rock and classics.

The A-Deez (80s Tribute)

The A-Deez have been keeping the music of the 80s alive for more than a decade. Featuring brother and sister Mark and Kim Olexson, come relive the days of MTV, pointy shoes, skinny ties and totally awesome tunes!

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