Oradea Fortress to host 'Festa Italiana' to celebrate Italy's National Day

The Association for the Promotion of Tourism in Oradea and Region (APTOR - Visit Oradea) announces a three-day celebration in honour of Italy's National Day, held for the first time under the name "Festa Italiana," taking place in Oradea Fortress June 6 to 8.

'This celebration brings the authentic charm of Italy to the heart of Oradea. Visitors are invited to discover the flavours of Italian cuisine, participate in children's activities and enjoy musical and artistic performances by special guests from Italy,' Visit Oradea representatives inform in a press release.

According to the same source, the event, which celebrates Italian culture, music and gastronomy, is organised by the "Italiani in Bihor" Association with support from Visit Oradea, Oradea City Hall and the Italian Embassy in Bucharest.

"Festa Italiana" will kick off on Friday, June 6, at 11:30 AM with food stands, children's activities and an exhibition of Italian products. In the evening, at 8:00 PM, the programme includes concerts by Who Drives and Lorena Mancini.

Saturday will bring additional events that include a majorette performance, an artistic show with Michele Roscico and the Sorrento Folk Group, who will perform the traditional Tarantella dance, activities for children, a fashion show by Liu Jo and two evening concerts featuring Lorena Mancini and Brutti di Fosco.

Sunday, June 8, continues with the same setup: Italian food stands, children's activities, music and dances. The event concludes with a concert by Quisisona.

More details can be found on the event's Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/events/1026296512798858.