About Us

June 13, 2027 /

Lodi Grape Festival Grounds
10 AM - 4 PM

Our Story

Festa-Italiana!, now in its 12th year, is the premier signature event of four Central Valley Italian-American clubs. This is the 10th year the Festa has been at the Lodi Grape Festival and Grounds. The founding clubs that partner to organize the Festa are:

  • Pacific Italian Alliance
  • Italian Athletic Club of Stockton
  • Central California School of Italian Language and Culture
  • Liguri nel Mondo

Step into a world of Italian charm, where tradition, food, and festivity come together! Festa-Italiana! is more than just an event—it’s a celebration of heritage, family and the joy of living ‘la dolce vita.’ Thanks to our dedicated volunteers, each year we bring the sights, sounds, and flavors of Italy to life, creating an unforgettable experience for all who join us.

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Pacific Italian Alliance

For over three decades, the Pacific Italian Alliance has been the heart of Italian culture in the Central Valley. Whether you have Italian roots or simply a love for Italy, we welcome you to join us in celebrating the rich traditions, history and flavors of our heritage through lively events, engaging lectures, and unforgettable gatherings!

Italian Athletic Club

Since 1938, the Italian Athletic Club has been a home for sports, camaraderie and Italian-American pride. What started with baseball at Oak Park has grown into a thriving community where members gather for bocce tournaments, celebrations, and friendships that last a lifetime.

The IAC plans to continue celebrating and maintaining the Italian-American heritage for decades to come.

Central California School of Italian Language and Culture

In December 1973, Mr. F.M. Lucaccini gathered a small group of area residents of Italian ancestry to form a committee to start an Italian language school in Stockton. After much planning, a Board was formed, and classes began in late 1974, at Hoover Elementary School with 185 students. By the end of the year, the school was incorporated and qualified as a non-profit organization.

The school was established with a dual purpose: to teach the Italian language and preserve Italy’s cultural customs, enriching the cosmopolitan American way of life. Over the years, the school has continued teaching adults and children and has presented scholarships to high school students interested in the Italian language and culture.

Liguri nel Mondo

Liguri nel Mondo—Stockton was established to connect and support Ligurian descendants living outside Italy. The organization aims to maintain and share Ligurian culture, heritage and traditions with people worldwide.

Founded to foster a sense of community among Ligurians worldwide, Liguri nel Mondo offers a platform for cultural exchange, networking and mutual assistance. Through various events, programs, and initiatives, the organization aims to strengthen ties between Ligurians abroad and their homeland, ensuring their rich cultural legacy continues to thrive across generations.