Italian Festival
A Cultural Celebration
Saturday, May 23
10:00am - 2:00pm
Whitney Library
Concert Hall, Conference Room, Gallery, Lobby, Makerspace, Other, Story RoomA vibrant cultural celebration honoring the spirit and traditions of Italy.
Experience the richness of Italian heritage through live music, traditional folk dancing, hands-on mosaic artistry, pasta making demonstrations, and traditional Italian cuisine! A day filled with culture, community, creativity, and fun for all ages!
Concert Hall:
10:30am: Italian Folk Dance & Dance Workshop from a world dance company that preserved and performs authentic folk traditions from around the globe. Their Italian dance performances - from energetic Tarantellas to lively regional steps - showcase cultural heritage through rhythm and joy!
1pm: Dan Olivo Quartet, captivating musicians inspired by the classics of Sinatra, Martin and Bennett. Known for their Italian-American performances throughout Southern California and beyond, their musical style sets the perfect mood for an unforgettable celebration
Conference Room:
10am-2pm: Italian Cuisine by Monzú Italian Oven & Bar
Gallery:
10am-2pm: Tarot Reading
Lobby:
10am-2pm: Face Painters and Balloon Artists
Makerspace:
10am-2pm: Hands-on Mosaic Art
Teen Zone:
10am, 11:30am, 1pm: Pasta Making Demonstration
Youth Services:
10:30am: Italian-themed Storytime
11:30am: Disney's Luca Movie Showing
12pm: Craft Buffet
1:30pm: Italian-themed Storytime
Free and open to the public. Seating during any activity is first-come, first-serve while supplies last. For more information, please call 702.507.4017
AGE GROUP: | Seniors | Adults |
EVENT TYPE: | Entertainment & Theater | Community Events |
Whitney Library
| Mon, May 11 | 10:00AM to 8:00PM |
| Tue, May 12 | 10:00AM to 8:00PM |
| Wed, May 13 | 10:00AM to 8:00PM |
| Thu, May 14 | 10:00AM to 8:00PM |
| Fri, May 15 | 10:00AM to 6:00PM |
| Sat, May 16 | 10:00AM to 6:00PM |
| Sun, May 17 | 10:00AM to 6:00PM |
Located in southeast Las Vegas, the Whitney Library opened in June 1994 with notable architectural design by Holmes Sabatini. This 24,500-square-foot library houses 57,500 volumes and features a 198-seat concert hall.
