The Society of Italian American Businessmen (SIAB) have announced their entertainment lineup for the 2025 Galbani Maryland Italian Festival.
This year’s festival, set for September 26 – 28, 2025, will have local and national talent celebrating music legends and Italian American heritage.
The festival has grown so much since its 2023 launch that it will be held in the parking lot of Ripken Stadium in Aberdeen, Maryland. In addition to boasting great live entertainment, the three-day family-friendly festival will have authentic Italian food and drink, cultural exhibits, cooking demonstrations, family activities, and more.
“The entertainment this year is a true celebration of Italian American culture, past and present,” said Joseph Papa, President of SIAB and co-chair of the festival. “We’re proud to present a lineup that blends nostalgia, tradition, and world-class talent for attendees of all ages.”
The three days of music headliners pay tribute to Madonna, the Rat Pack, and more.
Friday night’s headliner is “Blond Ambition: A Tribute to Madonna.” Blending energy and nostalgia, get ready for the Queen of Pop’s biggest hits to main stage. This Madonna tribute act is known for dazzling costumes, choreography, and sound that brings some of us (of a certain age) back to the 1980s and ‘90s!
On Saturday night, get ready for Ray Massa’s Eurorhythms, back by popular demand! The Columbus, Ohio group combines Italian classics with modern pop and swing, making them one of the most popular Italian American bands around.
Sunday’s headliner brings the Rat Pack Together Again to close out the festival. This toast to the Rat Pack takes you on a musical journey with the greatest hits from the legendary Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, and Sammy Davis Jr., all accompanied by a six-piece band.
In addition to getting your musical fill, don’t miss the festival’s two-day bocce tournament, also back by popular demand! On Saturday, teams will compete for cash prizes. Don’t miss Sunday, when athletes from the Maryland Special Olympics will compete in their annual bocce tournament. Proceeds from the event support the Society of Italian American Businessmen’s charitable mission, which focuses on education, family and child services, mental health resources, and addiction recovery.
Check out the 2025 Galbani Maryland Italian Festival website for tickets, the full entertainment schedule, and more festival information.
