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HerrinFesta Italiana


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HerrinFesta Italiana founded in 1991 and voted Best Festival in Illinois earlier this year is a tremendous crowd pleaser. A celebration of the rich Italian heritage in Herrin, IL and now a spectacular entertainment complex that welcomes thousands of visitors during Memorial Day Weekend it is a “don’t miss” festival that welcomes summer.

The event features great Italian food, family fun, an array of contests for every family member 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 they work under the umbrella of The Herrin Chamber of Commerce and in tandem with the City of Herrin and The Herrin Civic Center.

Upcoming Events at HerrinFesta Italiana

HerrinFesta Italiana - Little Mr./Miss Pageant and Baby Contest

Sunday, May 18, 2025 from 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Herrin Civic Center
Herrin, IL
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HerrinFesta Italiana - Little Mr./Miss Pageant and Baby Contest

HerrinFesta Italiana - Miss HerrinFesta Scholarship Pageant

Monday, May 19, 2025 from 7:00pm to 8:30pm
Herrin Civic Center
Herrin, IL
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HerrinFesta Italiana - Miss HerrinFesta Scholarship Pageant

HerrinFesta Italiana - Mayor's HerrinFesta Honoree Banquet

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 from 5:00pm to 9:00pm
Herrin Civic Center
Herrin, IL
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HerrinFesta Italiana - Mayor's HerrinFesta Honoree Banquet

HerrinFesta Italiana - Carnival Opening Night

Thursday, May 22, 2025 from 3:00pm to 10:00pm
Herrin, IL
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HerrinFesta Italiana - Carnival Opening Night

HerrinFesta Italiana

Friday, May 23, 2025 at 7:00am
Herrin, IL
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HerrinFesta Italiana

Saturday, May 24, 2025 at 8:00am
Herrin, IL
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HerrinFesta Italiana

Sunday, May 25, 2025 at 10:00am
Herrin, IL
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HerrinFesta Italiana 2024

Schedule: May 19, 2024 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm Little Mr and Miss HerrinFesta Pageant Location: Herrin Civic Center May 20, 2024 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm: Miss HerrinFesta Scholarship Pageant 6:30 pm: Doors will open Click Here For Entry Form Location:…

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