Sunday, September 15, 2019. 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. South Campus, 1000 Hempstead Turnpike, Hempstead, NY 11549. Outdoors, Rain or Shine! Celebrate Italy’s cultural and culinary influence on America at one of the largest and most beautiful outdoor festivals on Long Island when Hofstra University hosts the 27th Annual Italian Experience on Sunday, September 15, 2019, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. 

The Italian Experience Festival is a popular tradition that features a full itinerary of crafts, live entertainment, children’s activities and food. Returning entertainment includes festival emcee Cav. Josephine A. Maietta, president, AIAE, and radio host of Sabato Italiano on WRHU-88.7 FM; and the Long Island Mandolin and Guitar Orchestra.