The Italian Market Festival is Back With Over 100 Vendors, Music, and of Course the Grease Pole Competition
What started out 53 years ago as a gathering of pride and celebration among the Italian community in South Philly has now become one of largest and most popular festivals in the city. The 9th Street Italian Market Festival returns for two days of music, fun, and of course food. This multi-day celebration will take place on May 18th & 19th from 11 am to 6 pm on 9th Street between Wharton and Fitzwater.
This family friendly event will feature plenty of long standing traditions including the 13th Annual John Marzano Halfball Tournament, the Procession of the Saints and of course the iconic Grease Pole contest. For hoagie lovers, the festival is also holding an online poll for the best hoagie shop in the city.
For entertainment the festival will feature several stages including the 12 Steps Down Stage at 9th and Christian, Deer Park at 9th & Montrose, and Rivers Casino Stage Presented by Martorano’s Prime at 9th & Washington. As for the line-up look for acts including DJ DeSimone, DJ Eric Bartello, Amanda & Teddy, Juliano Brothers, and Philly Heart and Soul.
