28 March - 13 April 2025
what’s on
Sotto le Stelle - Italian Festa
Savour the taste of Italy with a magical evening under the stars at the National Museum of Australia. Inspired by the Pompeii exhibition, enjoy live music and performances, explore handmade goods and artisanal products in the marketplace, and sample authentic Italian dishes and drinks al fresco.
The Italian Festa: Sotto le Stelle is a family friendly event, with free activities for all ages.
With support from Viva Italia in Canberra and other Italian community groups. Exhibition entry not included.
ITALY IN BUNGENDORE
Chef Christophe and Josephine are thrilled to present a unique event as part of the Viva Italia in Canberra Festival, running from March 28th to April 13th.
This festival celebrates the rich culture, community, and history of Italy.
While Chef Christophe is known for his expertise in French cuisine, his Italian wife, Josephine, has undoubtedly influenced his culinary repertoire.
Together, they’ve curated exclusive gourmet tours to Calabria, Italy, as well as to Griffith, NSW.
They are passionate about sharing la dolce vita with you, and invite you to join them for a special Italian 3 course lunch event on Sunday, April 13th in Bungendore.
Buckingham Estate Community Hall is located 4km from Bungendore, on Tarago Road.
GALA DINNER: An Evening in Italy
Join us for our final event of Viva Italia and enjoy a wonderful Italian dinner inspired by the mothers of Italy.
Experience the passion of Italian opera as the soaring voices of the National Opera ensemble deliver timeless arias during our celebration of Italian cultural heritage that transforms each aria into a vivid, unforgettable moment.
DJ Joe (Joe Pelle) will step us into a world where every note tells a story and get us to kick up our heels on the dance floor.
The evening will include silent and live auctions, and a raffle. Money raised will provide a scholarship for an ANU student of Italian Language and Culture to travel and study at the University for Foreigners in Siena.
Cost TBC
BOOKINGS OPEN SOON!
SOLD OUT! Calabrese Federation Dinner Dance
THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT!
Annual Dinner Dance celebrating its 35th Anniversary.
The Viva Italia Dance Band and Julie Accordion will take the audience on a musical journey through Italy.
Celebrate Italian music and dance the night away to your favourite songs. Entertainment provided by Viva Italia Trio (Brescia Entertainment)
ENQUIRIES: PLEASE CONTACT
Teresa Colosimo (m) 0410 507 327
Accademia Italiana della Cucina - THE ITALIAN PLACE
The Viva Italia in Canberra festival is just starting off this year and is dedicated to celebrating and promoting Italian culture, community and heritage in Canberra and surrounding areas. It is run by the Viva Italia in Canberra committee. One of the festival aims is to showcase all things Italian, through Italian themed events. That is why we have decided to come under the banner of the festival for this dinner.
The Accademia Italiana della Cucina was founded as an institute of the Republic of Italy by Orio Vergani back in 1953. The purpose was to protect the culture and traditions of Italian cuisine and to recognize it as an Italian treasure. Delegations were formed to promote these objectives, and these have grown to around 300 in Italy and the world with the head office of the Accademia Italiana della Cucina in Milan.
The Canberra delegation was formed in 2006 and is undertaking the task of assessing The Italian Place restaurant as part of the Canberra Italian Festival to help celebrate and promote Italian culture of which food is an important part.
HERE IS THE MENU for the evening prepared in collaboration with the chef of “The Italian Place", Francesco Petrillo. There is a choice for “main” (please choose fish or chicken) and dessert (Tiramisu or Panna Cotta). Please send your selection through with your booking email.
Complimentary Prosecco on arrival.
BOOKINGS MUST BE MADE BY 19TH MARCH 2025 $95 pp
TO BOOK PLEASE CONTACT
Luciano Lombardo