An Italian summer is coming to Richmond in the form of a two-day festival.
The Marzamemi Festival returns for its second year, taking place on July 5 and 6 at Old Deer Park in Richmond, bringing the sights, sounds and flavours of Sicily to the capital.
Emily Ceraudo, founder of the Marzamemi Festival, said: “I am so proud to bring Marzamemi to my home of Richmond.
“The festival is a celebration of my Italian culture, and I’m excited to show my local community the beauty of the island through food, drink, fashion, music and more.
“I look forward to bringing a slice of Sicily to London for years to come.”
Two-day Italian summer celebration brings food, fashion, and family fun (Image: Marzamemi) Named after the picturesque Sicilian coastal village, the festival promises an immersive Mediterranean experience.
The event will feature street food vendors offering everything from arancini and calamari to fresh oysters and authentic gelato.
Chef demonstrations will take place throughout the weekend, with appearances by Francesco Mattana, Sepps (Giuseppe Federici), The Alberti Twins and Matteo Manzotti.
Sicilian culture shines through music, cuisine, and curated style stalls (Image: Marzamemi)
Live music and entertainment will also be central to the experience, with performances from the Italian Radio Society and DJ sets from Emily Rawson, Super K and others, alongside acoustic acts including LeoSax and Molto Soul Duo.
The festival will also include a curated marketplace featuring Italian-inspired homeware and fashion from Ceraudo, Marla & Primrose, Urania and others.
A dedicated beauty and wellness area, the Gioia space, will offer express blow drys, braiding, manicures and massages.
Children can enjoy a range of free activities, including inflatables, pasta workshops, a mini beach, cinema, disco, football drills and a performance by The Giggle Company.
A new Story Time session will be led by author Yasmine Anane, who will read from her latest book, The Family Tree.
The festival is open from 10am to 8pm on both days.
Tickets start at £24.50 for adults and £9.50 for children, with VIP options available from £49.50.
All children’s activities are included in the ticket price.