Bella Vita Fest Brings Extra Italian Flair to Little Italy

The Bella Vita Fest in Little Italy is rolling out the red, white, and green carpet for a celebration of Italian culture that’ll transport you straight to the heart of Italy, right here in San Diego!

Chalk It Up to Italian Heritage

The streets of Little Italy will transform into a canvas for 30+ expert chalk artists. These talented creators will pay homage to the Madonnari street artists of 16th-century Europe, bringing a piece of Italian history to life right before our eyes.

It’s a unique opportunity to watch masterpieces unfold on the pavement, blending traditional techniques with contemporary flair.

Sip, Savor, and Stroll

For the 21+ crowd, the Vicolo del Vino (that’s “Wine Alley” for you non-Italian speakers) will feature 30+ wineries offering their finest vintages.

Italian vendors will be serving up delizioso bites. And if you’re looking to take a piece of Italy home with you, merchandise vendors will have you covered.

A Feast for the Senses

Your ears are in for a treat with top local talent providing live entertainment with an Italian flair, creating the perfect soundtrack for your stroll through this little slice of Italia.

Admission to this Italian extravaganza is free! So bring your nonna, your bambini, and everyone in between for a weekend of Italian-inspired fun that’ll engage all your senses.

See You There!

The Bella Vita Fest is set for October 19 and 20, 2024, in San Diego’s Little Italy at 550 W Date St. The event is free to attend, but if you want to indulge in those wine tastings, snag your tickets early here! Early bird pricing runs until October 1, so don’t wait to get your hands on those tasting passes.

Produced by the ArtWalk San Diego team, this festival has been in the works since 2018, and it’s shaping up to be a celebration of Italian culture you won’t want to miss.

See you there, San Diego!