“Oh, dolce Italia!”… This is one of those countries that many people want to visit, whether for its beaches and culture, or for its delicious cuisine. But you’ll have the chance to ‘feel the magic of Italy’ without leaving Porto and the surrounding area. Well, here comes the 6th edition of the Italian Festival, from September 10 to 17.
For seven days, the riverside area of Vila Nova de Gaia promises to attract thousands of visitors, in a unique event in Portugal.
There are concerts live, gastronomy, free workshops, cinema, exhibitions, vespa parades, competitions and much more.
What will you find at the Italian Festival?
Jointly organized by the Associazione Sapori Italiani and the Gaia City Council, the event offers a wide range of experiences, with options for kids and adults.
With a view of the Douro river, the program includes several free concerts, including the presence of singer Gianni Nardo and Duo Fratelli Greco, direct from Naples, among other artists.
In addition, there are acrobatic pizza shows, cinema sessions, performances by Italian DJs, free showcookings, photographic exhibitions and the presence of the brands Vespa, Ferrari and Ducati.
As usual, the children have not been forgotten, so here they will have the chance to make their own pizza, or ‘dance’ to the Bambini Disco.
National pasta and pizza competitions
In addition to the activities mentioned above, two of the great attractions of the Italian Festival are the competitions. What does this mean?
Well, during the event the 4th edition of the Portuguese Pasta Championship (September 16) and the 8th edition of the Portuguese Pizza Championship (September 17) will take place.
📍Avenida Diogo Leite, next to Loja Interativa de Turismo, Gaia
👉More information: here