Lots of entertainment on multiple stages, the Italian idol contest, cultural demonstrations, children activities, including talent shows and carnival rides, but the main attraction is the food. Bruschetta and biscotti, calzones, cannoli, gelato, gnocchi, sausage and sfinge, just to name a few, will all be featured at the festival and supplied by more than 100 vendors and celebrity chefs. 

The Italian heritage festival is the second largest Italian street festival in the nation. The 2016  Italian heritage festival celebrates its 29th anniversary this year in Buffalo's Little Italy on Hertel Avenue. The festivities take place from 11:00am - 10:00pm all festival days, rain or shine.