HerrinFesta Italiana

HerrinFesta Italiana HerrinFesta Annual Memorial Day Weekend Festival: Italian Food, Family Fun, & Primo Entertainment A celebration of the rich Italian heritage in Herrin, IL.
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HerrinFesta Italiana founded in 1991 and voted Best Festival in Illinois in 2014 is a tremendous crowd-pleaser. We offer a music entertainment venue, a large carnival, and more than 30 other events that welcome thousands of visitors during Memorial Day Weekend it is a “don’t miss” festival to kick off your summer. Festa features great Italian food, family fun for the whole family including our gra

nd parade, contests and pageants, bocce and golf tournaments, and a fine arts and crafts exhibit to spotlight the creative talents of regional artists and craftsmen. The City of Herrin rolls out the red carpet for the major yearly event of the city for a week-long run in May. The Festa is run by volunteers. They work under the umbrella of The Herrin Chamber of Commerce and in tandem with the City of Herrin and The Herrin Civic Center. Entertainment Venue
Musical entertainment venue at HerrinFesta Italiana. Located on the north side of the Herrin Civic Center, the Entertainment Stage and the Beverage Garden are where you can enjoy your favorite adult beverages. Our Mission Statement
We host an annual local festival to celebrate the town of Herrin’s Italian heritage. We strive to promote a spirit of volunteerism as we connect with our community. With the help of the festival revenue, we provide economic assistance to our local businesses and fellow not for profits, in an effort to serve the greater good of the Herrin area. The Midway
HerrinFesta’s Midway features great food, a carnival, and a variety of vendor booths. Entry into the Midway is free, and open to all ages. Bocce
One of HerrinFesta’s premier events is the annual Bocce tournaments. Bocce is an Italian sport that combines the precision of horseshoes with a bowling-style play. Read more about Bocce here. Please visit www.herrinfesta.com to learn more. See you at the Festa!

Thank You, Golden Eagle Distributing!A sincere thank you to Golden Eagle Distributing for your support of HerrinFesta It...
06/03/2026

Thank You, Golden Eagle Distributing!

A sincere thank you to Golden Eagle Distributing for your support of HerrinFesta Italiana.

From keeping the good times flowing to helping create the atmosphere people come back for year after year, your partnership plays a big role in the Festa experience.

We appreciate your support and your continued investment in our community.

Thank You, VisitSI!We’re incredibly grateful to Visit SI for their support of HerrinFesta Italiana.Your dedication to sh...
06/03/2026

Thank You, VisitSI!

We’re incredibly grateful to Visit SI for their support of HerrinFesta Italiana.

Your dedication to showcasing Southern Illinois and bringing visitors into our community helps make this celebration even more special. Because of partners like you, HerrinFesta continues to grow, connect people, and share the spirit of our town with so many.

Thank you for helping us tell our story and celebrate all that makes this region so unique.

❤️ HerrinFesta Lives in the Little MomentsSometimes it’s not the big events we remember most.It’s the small moments:A ch...
06/03/2026

❤️ HerrinFesta Lives in the Little Moments

Sometimes it’s not the big events we remember most.

It’s the small moments:
A child seeing the carnival lights for the first time.
The sound of laughter from across the tent.
A shared meal with family.
A song everyone sings together.
A conversation on the bocce courts.
The feeling of walking through downtown knowing your community is all around you.

That’s what HerrinFesta has always been about.

Thank you for showing up, supporting local traditions, and helping create another year full of memories we’ll carry with us long after Festa week is over.

Photos by French Studio 📸

A big thank you to River Radio for helping bring the energy of HerrinFesta to listeners across the region.Your support k...
06/02/2026

A big thank you to River Radio for helping bring the energy of HerrinFesta to listeners across the region.

Your support keeps the excitement going and connects even more people to this incredible tradition.

Thank You, Swinford Media!Thank you to Swinford Media for helping share the story of HerrinFesta with our community and ...
06/02/2026

Thank You, Swinford Media!

Thank you to Swinford Media for helping share the story of HerrinFesta with our community and beyond.

Your commitment to local storytelling helps keep our community connected. Thank you for all that you do to support HerrinFesta!

✨ These Are The Moments We’ll Never ForgetThe rides will pack up.The music will fade.The booths will come down.But the m...
06/01/2026

✨ These Are The Moments We’ll Never Forget

The rides will pack up.
The music will fade.
The booths will come down.

But the memories made during HerrinFesta stay with us long after the week ends.

Thank you for filling downtown with energy, laughter, tradition, and community spirit once again this year.

From the bocce courts and carnival rides to concerts, parades, food, and family moments, every part of Festa comes alive because of the people who show up year after year.

Scrolling through these photos, we’re reminded just how special this community truly is.

Thank you for being part of HerrinFesta 2026.

We also want to say a special thank you to both French Studio & Leigh Bedokis photography for so many amazing photos this year. 📸

Thank You, Farmers State Bank! A special thank you to Farmers State Bank for your continued support of HerrinFesta Itali...
06/01/2026

Thank You, Farmers State Bank!

A special thank you to Farmers State Bank for your continued support of HerrinFesta Italiana.

Your commitment to our community helps create the spaces where memories are made.

A special thank you to Oasis for being a part of HerrinFesta Italiana this year. Your support helps Festa feel welcoming...
06/01/2026

A special thank you to Oasis for being a part of HerrinFesta Italiana this year.

Your support helps Festa feel welcoming and connected to the growth of this region. It’s partners like you that help turn a great event into a truly memorable experience for our community.

We appreciate your role in bringing people together and helping make Southern Illinois an amazing place to call home.

Thank You, Pepsi MidAmerica!We want to send a big thank you to Pepsi MidAmerica for keeping HerrinFesta refreshed and en...
05/31/2026

Thank You, Pepsi MidAmerica!

We want to send a big thank you to Pepsi MidAmerica for keeping HerrinFesta refreshed and energized all week long.

As key long term supporter with deep local roots, Pepsi helps fuel so many of the moments that bring our community together.

Thank you!

From the first announcement to the final moments of Festa, WSIL helps carry the story of HerrinFesta far beyond downtown...
05/30/2026

From the first announcement to the final moments of Festa, WSIL helps carry the story of HerrinFesta far beyond downtown Herrin.

Because of your coverage, more people discover the tradition, the energy, and the heart behind what makes this week so special. You help turn a local celebration into something the entire region can be part of.

We’re grateful for your partnership and the role you play in keeping our story alive and growing.

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Herrin, IL
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