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South 9th Street Italian Market Festival 2026
Bella Vista·outdoor·Free
100+ vendors, three music stages, greased pole climb, and a Procession of Saints down 9th Street.
At a glance
- Price
- Free
- Ages
- All ages
- Location
- Bella Vista
- Setting
- outdoor
- Time
- ~3 hours
- Signup
- Drop-in
What to know
- •Greased pole climb both days
- •Procession of Saints (Sunday)
- •100+ food and craft vendors
- •Free admission
More details
The South 9th Street Italian Market Festival returns Saturday, May 16 and Sunday, May 17, 2026, 10 AM – 5 PM. Seven blocks of food, music, and tradition along South 9th Street. Highlights include the legendary 30-foot greased pole climb (Ninth & Montrose, both days), Procession of Saints (Sunday), John Marzano Halfball Tournament, live music on three stages, and 100+ vendors serving Italian classics, international cuisine, baked goods, and crafts. Free to attend, family-friendly, stroller-accessible on closed streets.
