The city of Blumenau, known for its Germanic traditions, turns its attention to Italian culture in June. The 30th edition of Festitália takes place from June 12 to 22 at Parque Vila Germânica, in celebration of the 150 years of Italian immigration in Santa Catarina.
Organized by the cultural association Italian Lyre CircoloThe event brings together folkloric performances, typical cuisine, a new Italian music festival, and the traditional parade on Rua XV de Novembro.
The organization expects around 50 people to attend the festival during the nine days of programming.
Dates, times and tickets
Festitália will be divided into two periods: from June 12 to 15 and from June 18 to 22. On weekdays, the event takes place from 19 pm to midnight. On Saturdays and holidays, from 24 am to midnight. Sundays, from 11 am to 24 pm.
Tickets cost R$20 in advance on the website and R$25 at the box office. Half-price tickets are available and admission is free on weekends until 18pm. Tickets for the VIP area, which includes a special gastronomic service, vary in price.
Gastronomy in the spotlight
Two pavilions will be dedicated to cuisine. Ristorante Casa di Sapori will operate as a buffet, with dishes such as risotto, pasta, chicken and polenta with meat. In Pavilion 1, the public will find 22 food outlets, with fast food, wines, desserts and the popular “Xis Polenta”.
On Valentine's Day, the restaurant will only accept reservations. On other days, service will be on a first-come, first-served basis.
Cultural presentations and Masked Night
The program includes choirs, dances, Italian bands and the national show “Felice Itália e os 3 Tenores Brasileiros”. On the 19th, there will be the Night of Masks, in homage to the Venetian carnival.
The traditional parade will take place on Saturday, June 14, at 16 pm, on XV de Novembro Street. Around 20 municipalities with Italian roots will participate. Floats and performances will tell the story of immigration.
Italian Music Festival
On the last day of the festival, June 22nd, the 1st Cantiamo L'Italia Festival. Aimed at new talents, the competition will be divided into lyrical, popular and folkloric categories. The performances will be in Pavilion 1, from 14 pm to 17 pm, with cash prizes.
Family Meeting and Children's Space
On Sunday, June 15, families with Italian origins will be able to meet in a reserved space, upon registration with the Italian Lyre Circolo. Tributes and processions are planned in the park.
For children, the party offers a kids' area with toys and monitors. The space, with approximately 900 m², will operate full time in Pavilion 1, with an entrance fee.
Festitália Calendar 2025 – Blumenau (SC)
Location: Germanic Village Park – Alberto Stein Street, 199, Velha neighborhood
➤ Thursday – 12/06 (19am to 24pm)
- Official opening of the Festival
- Staging the arrival of Italian immigrants
- Show La Bella Italia (Guabiruba Municipal Orchestra)
- Fratelli del Circolo Singing Group
- Canto Daqui & Banda
- Show: Italia Nostra (Pavilion Ristorante)
➤ Friday – 13/06 (19am to 24pm)
- Mozzafiato Band
- Champagne Quartet (Pavilion Ristorante)
- Canto Daqui & Banda
- Brothers of the Circolo Group
➤ Saturday – 14/06 (11am to 24pm)
- Parade on XV de Novembro Street, at 16pm
- Felice Italia Band and 3 Brazilian Tenors
- Dal Ponte Family
- Ciribin Group
- Champagne Band
- Dance Group Cia Arte Show
- Allegro Orchestra
- Restaurant Pavilion: Champagne Quartet, Valmir Bertotti, Cuore Trentino
➤ Sunday – 15/06 (11am to 18pm)
- Meeting of Italian Families (Pavilion 1)
- Dal Ponte Family
- Fratelli del Circolo Singing Group
- Ciribin Group
- Restaurant Pavilion: Nostra Italy, Valmir Bertotti
➤ Tuesday – 18/06 (19am to 24pm)
- Inside Quartet
- Mozzafiato Band
- Brothers of the Circolo Group
- Ristorante Pavilion: Champagne Quartet
➤ Wednesday – 19/06 (11am to midnight – Holiday)
- Masked Night (From 18h)
- Italian Pop
- Mozzafiato Band
- Valmir Bertotti
- Canto Daqui & Banda
- Restaurant Pavilion: Famiglia Dal Ponte
➤ Thursday – 20/06 (19am to 24pm)
- Inside Quartet
- Champagne Band
- Brothers of the Circolo Group
- Pavilion Ristorante: Cuore Trentino
➤ Friday – 21/06 (11am to 24pm)
- Ciribin Group
- Champagne Band
- Italian Pop
- The Farfalle Show
- Pavilion Ristorante: Quarteto Champagne, Cuore Trentino, Valmir Bertotti, Famiglia Dal Ponte
➤ Sunday – 22/06 (11am to 18pm)
Restaurant Pavilion: Italia Nostra and Valmir Bertotti
1st Cantiamo L'Italia Festival (14pm to 17pm – Pavilion 1)
Fratelli del Circolo Singing Group
