125th Annual Italian Feast of Maria SS. Lauretana - Niles, IL

End your summer the Italian way this Labor Day Weekend. Authentic food, live music, flying angels, fireworks & Chicago Italian traditions.

About this Event

Welcome to the 125th Annual Italian Fest in honor of Maria Santissima Lauretana!

Come join us for a weekend filled with authentic Italian food, live music, and cultural celebrations. This event is a fantastic opportunity to immerse yourself in the rich traditions of Sicily and pay tribute to our Blessed Mother.

Bring your family and friends to enjoy a fun-filled day of Italian festivities. Don't miss out on this chance to experience the warmth and hospitality of Italian culture. We can't wait to see you there!

Friday August 29th


🕑: 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Feast Opens

🕑: 05:30 PM
Entertainment: Jack Miuccio feat. Krystyna

🕑: 07:00 PM
Final Novena at Shrine Tent

🕑: 09:00 PM
Entertainment: Anthem - 70s, 80s & 90s Classic Rock

🕑: 11:30 PM
Feast Closes

Saturday August 30th


🕑: 12:00 PM
Feast Opens

🕑: 01:00 PM
Entertainment: School of Rock!

🕑: 04:00 PM
Entertainment: Mario DeLaurenti - Italian American Hits

🕑: 05:30 PM
Entertainment: John Anthony, Pop Jazz Classic Hits

🕑: 07:00 PM
Entertainment: The Jersey Girls, Iconic Diva Tributes

🕑: 07:30 PM
Carro & Torch Parade

🕑: 09:00 PM
Entertainment: Pino Farina Band - Adult Alternative Rock

🕑: 11:30 PM - 11:30 PM
Feast Closes

Sunday August 31st


🕑: 09:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Candlelight Procession

🕑: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Mass of the Feast of Maria SS. Lauretana celebrated by Fr Stan Czarnecki, S.J.

🕑: 11:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Feast Opens

🕑: 02:00 PM
Entertainment: Gabriella Rago - Nostalgic Classics & Showtunes

🕑: 03:00 PM
Procession of the Blessed Mother

🕑: 04:30 PM
Entertainment: Benjamin De Los Monteros - Opera Tenor & Songwriter

🕑: 05:00 PM
First Flight of the Angels

🕑: 06:00 PM
Entertainment: Mia Rago - Opera Soprano & Songwriter

🕑: 07:00 PM
Entertainment: Tony Spavone, Legendary Italian Singer

🕑: 08:00 PM
Second Flight of the Angels

🕑: 09:00 PM
Spectacular Fireworks Display immediately following the last Flight

🕑: 11:30 PM - 11:30 PM
Feast Closes

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