The Mercer County Italian American Festival celebrates the heritage and culture of Italian Americans. The festival includes a Food Piazza featuring regional Italian restaurants; an Italian Market with Italian specialty products; a Heritage Pavilion with art, and memorabilia; a Cultural Theater with cooking demonstrations and book signings; entertainment on two stages including national acts; amusement rides; bocce; children’s activities; and fireworks. Picture a picnic with 100,000 of your closest friends sharing food, laughter, music and a good time and you will capture the essence of the Mercer County Italian American Festival.