About Us
A festival rooted in family.
The Italian Festival in Columbia, SC is a celebration of Italian food, music, traditions, and family-friendly activities — closely tied to the legacy of Villa Tronco, the oldest Italian restaurant in South Carolina and a Columbia institution.
Our Coordinators
The team bringing the Italian Festival to life.
TR
Tripp Roche
Festival Co-Organizer
DR
Donovan Roche
Festival Co-Organizer
JB
Jeremy Bryant
Festival Coordinator
Lead-Up Events
Celebrating all year long
There will be various events leading up to the festival — each one focused on celebrating Italian culture and heritage in our community. Follow along on our home page for the next event announcement.