This weekend is home to one of my favorite Madison County Traditions - The Italian Fest in the heart of downtown Collinsville.
Every year, folks from all over Madison County (and some from St. Louis, too) pack the streets of downtown Collinsville for a taste of Italy. From traditional favorites like spaghetti and meatballs, to local inventions like toasted ravioli, there is something to please any palette.
The Italian Fest originally started in 1984 as a Columbus Day celebration for downtown business owners. Since then, the yearly treat has expanded to include entertainment, 5k walk-runs, wine making contests and more.
This year's event takes place Friday September 18th - Saturday September 19th.
For a complete list of vendors and events, please visit http://www.italianfest.info
About the Author: Kristina Pratt is a REALTOR® with Goshen Realty Group at RE/MAX Preferred Partners in Edwardsville, Illinois. She and Nancy Milton help their customers buy and sell homes and investment properties in St. Louis' Illinois suburbs of Madison and St. Clair counties with special emphasis on the communities of Edwardsville, Glen Carbon, Maryville, Collinsville and Troy. For more information, visit their web site at http://www.GoshenRealtyGroup.com or e-mail Kristina@GoshenRealtyGroup.com
