FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the Cairns Italian Festival?
The Cairns Italian Festival has wrapped for 2024 and we will be back in 2025. Dates will be released early 2025. Our event is usually held late July / start of August each year.
Where will the Cairns Italian Festival be held?
The Cairns Italian Festival will be held in various venues around Cairns. For more info, head to our events page.
When will tickets go on sale?
Tickets will go on sale in early 2025. Watch this space!
I am interested in becoming a sponsor, where can I find more information?
That’s great news! We would be delighted to hear from you. Packages have not been finalised for the 2025 event yet, but if you are interested in sponsoring, please contact our Sponsorship Coordinator to be notified when the packages become available: sponsorship@cairnsitalianfestival.com.au.
I am interested in becoming a volunteer, where can I find more information?
Our 2024 Festival has now finished. We will be back for 2025. If you are interested in volunteering in 2025 (dates to be released early 2025), please contact our Volunteer Coordinator to put your name on the list to be notified when opportunities become available.
What is included in my General Admission Ticket for the La Festa Food and Wine Event?
General admission tickets for our La Festa food and wine event includes an entry pass for the day, a full day of entertainment and access to purchase food and drinks from our vendors.
Can I bring my dog to the La Festa Food and Wine Event at Fogarty Park?
Unfortunately no dogs are not allowed at this event. We thank you for your undertstanding.
What is your refund policy?
Unfortunately, we do not allow refunds. Please read our full Terms and Conditions here.
Photos and videos at events
Photos and videos will be taken during the festival at all events. These photos and videos will be published to our Social Media accounts, on the official Cairns Italian Festival website and for future marketing of the Cairns Italian Festival. As per our Booking Terms and Conditions “All ticket holders consent to any official filming, photography and/or sound recording whilst attending the Festival and understand that this footage may be used for future promotional purposes including but not limited to publication on CIF’s website and social media.”
If you do not wish to be photographed, please inform the event organisers on the day or the photographer.