The town of new venice, in Goiás, will host the 5th edition of the Italian Festival from June 8 to 19, an event that pays homage to the traditions of Italian immigration. The expectation is to attract around 130 thousand people with a free program that mixes culture, music and cooking.
With shows by tenors, choirs, folk dances and typical dishes, the festival brings together more than 90 exhibitors food, crafts and drinks. Gastronomy continues to be a highlight, with an expanded menu, but without increasing prices compared to the previous edition. “We expanded the range of dishes without adjusting prices, offering an affordable and authentic gastronomic experience, especially in these difficult economic times,” says Maria do Carmo Basílio, event coordinator.
Among the national attractions are the Tenors of Brazil and the Italian-Brazilian Folklore Group from Santa Catarina. Artists from Goiás also gain space, such as the String Quintet of the Goiás Philharmonic Orchestra, the singer Almir Pessoa and the Versatto Band.
One of the most anticipated moments is the performance of the children's choir Venice Vocations, formed by 38 students from the Frain Faquim School and conducted by Irailde Pereira. The group has already revealed talents who have pursued musical careers. The adult choir Friends of Venice, with ten volunteer singers, also performs, along with artists such as Anna Paula Drigo, Valdir Amaral, Izadora Cruz, Jordanna Félix and the Tenores di Veneza, Alex and Weber Rosa.
To better accommodate the public, the structure was reinforced with a digital menu, more tables and chairs and renovation of the bathrooms in Praça Matriz. Parking will be free during the four days of the event.
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What: 19th Italian Festival of Nova Veneza
When: June 5st to 8rd, 2025
Location: Nova Veneza Main Square
Free entrance
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