La Festa Della Madonna
Please join us as we celebrate our Verbicaresi roots for La Festa Della Madonna Delle Grazie on Saturday, June 27, 2026.
San Francisco Pizza, Bagel & Beer Festival
Save the Date for the Annual San Francisco Pizza, Bagel & Beer Festival on Saturday, August 15, 2026, hosted by the SFIAC Foundation and award-winning pizzaiolo and legendary restaurateur, Tony Gemignani.
Madonna Del lume Fundraising Dinner & Raffle
Join us for an evening of great food, drinks, raffle prizes, music, and community fun at the SFIAC!
La Società di Maria Santissima del Lume & Madonna del Lume Celebration Committee invites you to attend our annual Fundraising Dinner & Raffle on Saturday, August 22, 2026.
Festa Italiana & 105th Statuto Race
Save the date for the SFIAC Foundation’s annual Festa Italiana and 105th Statuto Race on June 6 and June 7, 2026.
Sirenland Book Release
Join Jennifer Barone for the launch of Sirenland – a new poetry collection, published by Feather Press. The evening will feature a poetry reading with live music by Duo Pizzicato, Italian Mandolin music – followed by a book signing.
Tara Cannistraci Comedy Show
On Wednesday, June 3rd, Italian-American comedian Tara Cannistraci takes the stage at Cobb’s Comedy Club. Known for her sharp, unfiltered takes on Italian-American culture, Tara has been featured on SNY’s Emmy Award-winning “Oh Yeah,” SiriusXM, and has opened for Joey Diaz and Vic DiBitetto.
Alfa Romeo car show
Join the SFIAC and the Alfa Romeo Association for the 5th Annual Alfa Romeo Car Show and Luncheon on May 16, 2026.
Tina Modotti Pop-Up Exhibit
La Piazza is the first Italian literary festival in San Francisco dedicated to bringing Italy’s newest writers to Bay Area audiences and celebrating the country’s rich literary tradition.
The festival opens on Friday, April 10 at the Italian Cultural Institute and continues at the University of California, Davis, and Libreria Pino. It will close on Monday, April 13 at the legendary Club Fugazi in North Beach.
High School Sports Awards
Save the Date for SFIAC Foundation’s 10th Annual High School Sports Awards.
An Evening with Tony Vitello
Join the SFIAC Foundation and SF Giants Manager Tony Vitello for an evening of dinner, drinks, conversation, and nostalgia - in support of the 10th Annual High School Sports Awards.
Italian Car Show at Saint Marys College
Back by popular demand, Saint Mary’s Dante Club will be hosting the second annual Viva La Velocità Car Show, free to SMC Students and to the Lamorinda area!
A Chance in Life Neverland Gala
Save the date for A Chance in Life’s San Francisco Gala!
SFIAC Foundation Fight Night
Lettieri & Co. is back with the 2nd Annual SFIAC Foundation Fight Night. This isn't just a fundraiser; it’s where ringside intensity meets North Beach's favorite night out.
Rabbit & Polenta Dinner at the SFIAC
You’re invited to the SFIAC’s Annual Rabbit & Polenta Dinner.
La Piazza Italian literary Festival
La Piazza is the first Italian literary festival in San Francisco dedicated to bringing Italy’s newest writers to Bay Area audiences and celebrating the country’s rich literary tradition.
The festival opens on Friday, April 10 at the Italian Cultural Institute and continues at the University of California, Davis, and Libreria Pino. It will close on Monday, April 13 at the legendary Club Fugazi in North Beach.
SSPP Centennial Gala
Join Saints Peter and Paul School's as they celebrate their Centennial Year!
Festa Della donna Screening & Discussion
The Italian Commerce Association & Le Donne d’Italia invites you to a viewing of the 2025 Documentary La Quinta Stagione: The Story of Five Michelin Star Women Chefs., followed by a discussion.
PIASC St Patrick’s Day Dinner Dance
Wear your green and bring your appetite to dance to the Jerry Saucedo Band at the PIASC’s St Patrick’s Day Dinner Dance.
Frank Cresci Plaque Dedication Ceremony and Celebration
Save the date for a special evening celebrating the contributions of Frank Cresci and the Bay Area Longshoremen's Memorial Association.
SFIAC Crab Feed
Crab season is here! And you are invited to our annual SFIAC Crab Dinner on January 22.
Madonna Del Lume Christmas Lunch
Join the Madonna del Lume Society at their annual Christmas Lunch at Capurro’s Restaurant.
Columbia Association Christmas & Awards Dinner Dance
The California Law Enforcement Columbia Association in partnership with the Associazone Nazionale Carabinieri and the International Police Association invites you to their annual Christmas and Awards Dinner Dance.
Mercatino di Natale 2025
Vendor registration for the Museo’s Mercatino di Natale 2025 is open now!
UCSF SCholarly Panel
The University of San Francisco's Thacher Gallery presents Piranesi's Rome and the Classical Imaginary from December 4, 2025 to February 16, 2026. A panel discussion exploring the theme of Constructing Worlds will be held on December 4, 2026 from 5:00-6:30 pm in Cowell 107 on USF's main campus featuring scholars in architecture, design, and art history. Followed by an opening reception in Thacher Gallery. Both events are free and open to the public
SFLIHW - Plaque Unveiling Amedeo Tommassini
The San Francisco Little Italy Honor Walk invites you to join us as we unveil a plaque honoring Amedeo Tommasini; beloved Past President on the SFIAC.
Sicilian Feast at the SFIAC
Join us as we unveil Amedeo Tommasini's SFLIHW Plaque, followed by a Sicilian Feast at the SFIAC.
We will also be welcoming our special guest, Cav. Basil Russo, President COPOMAIO (Conference of Presidents of Major Italian American Organizations).
Dinner Dances at the Peninsula Italian American Social Club
PENINSULA ITALIAN AMERICAN SOCIAL CLUB & Event Chairperson Joy Morriss invites to their monthly 1st Friday Dinner Dance.
ICS’s 109th Anniversary Celebration Fundraiser
Join ICS for an evening of live entertainment and Italian delights to celebrate 109 years of Italian Community Services as the heart of the Bay Area Italian community.
THE SONS AND DAUGHTERS DINNER FUNDRAISER
Join The Sons and Daughters of Cornelia-Vita Nuova Lodge for a "fun"draising Polenta and Sausage Dinner at the SFIAC on Saturday, November 1, 2025.
Festa Italiana di Santa Rosa
Celebrate Italian heritage! Enjoy an afternoon listening to Italian music, indulging in food and sweets, sampling premium Italian varietal wines from 40 California wineries, sipping an espresso, savoring a gelato.
"The Covert Buccanneer" Book Launch Party
An Italian community literary celebration for S. Lucia Kanter St. Amour new book!
Presentation: Forgotten Voices: Italian Americans Uprooted in Wartime California
Lindsay Marie Morris will be presenting Forgotten Voices: Italian Americans Uprooted in Wartime California at the North Beach Branch of the San Francisco Public Library.