L'Italia Festival

•September 19, 2026•

Enjoy a little piece of Italy in downtown Lititz this September at this free, family-friendly festival.

L’Italia Festival was established in 2022, and with each year since, it has grown. Everyone is welcome to come and celebrate with cooking demonstrations, live performances, and more.

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When & Where

Featured Events

Where to Stay

Frequently Asked Questions

When & Where

Date: September 19, 2026
Time: 10am-5pm
Location: East Main Street - between Cedar Street & Cherry Lane - Lititz, PA 17543

Featured Events

Live Performances: Enjoy live musical performances, DJ sets, and traditional Italian dances

Storytelling: A family-friendly favorite of the event, sit and listen to stories read in both English and Italian

Cooking Demos: Top local chefs will take the stage for live demos of their favorite Italian dishes

Beer and Wine Garden: Sip beer, Italian wine, and spritzes in a lovely, designated garden area

Craft and Food Vendors: Stroll through downtown and stop at booths from 25+ food vendors and 50+ craft vendors, plus take part in the 3rd Annual Sicilian Cannoli Eating Contest

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Where to Stay Nearby

Make a weekend out of your trip to Lancaster County and book a stay in one of these Lititz hotels:

Hotel Rock Lititz | 50 Rock Lititz Blvd
Lititz Springs Inn | 14 East Main Street
The Wilbur Lititz, Tapestry by Hilton | 50 N Broad Street
Alden House Bed & Breakfast | 62 East Main Street
Olde Oregon Farmhouse | 1383 E. Oregon Road
Speedwell Forge Bed and Breakfast | 465 Speedwell Forge Road

Frequently Asked Questions

Where does L’Italia Festival take place?

The festival is held in downtown Lititz, at the intersection of E. Main Street and N. Water Street.

Do I need tickets to attend the festival?

No. L’Italia Festival is a free community event.

What should I bring with me to L’Italia Festival?

Visitors are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets to sit down on while enjoying live performances. It is also always a good idea to bring cash for the various vendors at the festival.