Experience the rich tapestry of southern Italian culture at the Tarantella Festival 2024

FESTIVAL... Segmento Tarantella Festival includes a series of events, workshops and musical activities for four weeks, with two special celebrations coming to the Shepparton on September 29 and October 12, showcasing traditional dance, music, and delicious Italian food. Photo: Supplied

SHEPPARTON is set to come alive with the vibrant rhythms of southern Italy, as the Segmento Foundation, in collaboration with the Victorian Multicultural Commission and City of Shepparton, presents the Tarantella Festival 2024. Running throughout the month, this free event celebrates the captivating music, dance, and culture of Southern Italy, with highlights including international performances, workshops, and public concerts.

The festival opens on Friday, September 20, with a spectacular ceremony at the Calabria Club in Bulla, Melbourne. Throughout the festival, attendees can enjoy events across Victoria, including day-long celebrations at the Shepparton Showgrounds on September 29 and October 12, showcasing traditional dance, music, and delicious Italian food.

The Tarantella Festival is an inclusive event designed to bring people of all backgrounds together to celebrate Southern European culture. Don’t miss this chance to experience the magic of ancient Italian traditions! To learn more or view the program, visit www.segmentotarantellafestival.com.au

FESTIVAL… Segmento Tarantella Festival includes a series of events, workshops and musical activities for four weeks, with two special celebrations coming to the Shepparton on September 29 and October 12, showcasing traditional dance, music, and delicious Italian food. Photo: Supplied