The 2026 Avena Maryland Italian Festival, presented by Jarrettsville Furniture and hosted by SIAB, will be held Friday, Sept. 25 through Sunday, Sept. 27, returning to the grounds of Ripken Stadium in Aberdeen.
The fourth annual three-day festival will feature an extensive array of attractions. Highlights include live musical performances throughout the weekend, carnival rides and games, authentic Italian cuisine and beverages, cooking demonstrations, wine seminars, as well as numerous retail vendors and performance artists.
