UPCOMING EVENTS

FIRST FRIDAY HAPPY HOUR

Friday, April 4th – 5pm-8pm

FREE TO ATTEND! No tickets, No reservation!

EVENT DETAILS – First Fridays at the Italian Club is a new concept in happy hour nightlife, combining delicious food and great drinks with fun entertainment along side our two for one Italian wine deal and full bar! We are teaming up with our longtime friend, Head Chef and Owner of Trattoria Pasquale, Luigi Cavallaro, to provide a delicious homemade Italian meal for just $20! Dinner availability is limited, so come early! We will back one Tampa’s favorite DJs – DJ Paul Gigante! He will take over the dance floor playing all your favorites to keep you on your feet! We look forward to seeing you at the Club! Questions? Call (813) 248-3316 or email mark@italian-club.org.

THIS EVENT IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!

RADIO STAR: THE ONE-HIT WONDERS MUSICAL

March 21st through March 23rd & March 27th through March 30th (show times vary)

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EVENT DETAILS – The Italian Club’s resident theater company, BREAKROOM ENTERTAINMENT, is proud to announce their first show on 2025! Tune in to WXYZ, a small-town radio station that’s one bad broadcast away from fading out forever. Their last hope? An exclusive interview with a chart-topping pop star that could be their ticket to the big time. Featuring your favorite one-hit wonders like “Video Killed the Radio Star,” “Take On Me,” and “Come On Eileen,” this original jukebox musical is packed with laughs, jams, and loads of MTV-tinged nostalgia.

THIS EVENT IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!

DESTINATION: ITALY! A FOOD & WINE EXPERIENCE

Friday, April 11th – 6pm-8pm

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EVENT DETAILS – Prepare to be immersed in the delicious flavors of Italy, as the Italian Club of Tampa hosts “Destination Italy: A Food & Wine Experience” on Friday, April 11th in our 3rd Floor Grand Ballroom. This social event will offer attendees the opportunity to sample of 50 different Italian Wines, alongside our array of wines will be a one of a kind grazing table with assorted meats, cheese, and bites courtesy of Wood & Cheese. To expand the culinary experience, our friends from Catering By The Family, Frankies Italian Deli, and other culinary vendors will provide sample bites celebrating the essence of Italian cuisine. This is a buyers event! We will offer exclusive pricing at this event for the purchase of wines by the bottle or by the case. There are two options for attendance – a General Admission ($65) ticket which covers a single guest, or our exclusive VIP Tables ($595). There are only six VIP tables available, which provide seating at a private table for eight guests, along with a private sampling platter for your table. Members receive a $10 discount on General Admission Tickets with valid promo code. This event is 21 & over only. Pricing is inclusive of taxes & fees; tickets are only available online; no refunds.

THIS EVENT IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!

MOVIE NIGHT: “MY FLORITA” – WITH Q&A FROM WRITER MANUELA FILOMENA

Friday, May 2nd – Doors at 645pm, Event starts at 7:00pm

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EVENT DETAILS – As we have in years past, the Italian Club of Tampa is supporting the Sons of Italy as the host their annual Feast of St. Joseph on Friday, March 14th from 10:45am-2:00pm. The event will include a blessing of the Altar at 10:45am, with items available for purchaIn collaboration with the Italian Studies Program at USF and the Association of Teachers of Italian, we are welcoming Manuela Filomena to present her documentary, My Florita, A documentary feature film exploring the generations of Italians and Italian-Americans who have settled in southern Florida. The production artfully chronicles the journeys of Italian Floridians who have forged their destinies in the sun-drenched haven of South Florida. It casts a poignant gaze upon various Italian Floridians, capturing their tales of resilience and adaptation in this “New New Land.” Moreover, our lens extends a warm embrace to the voices of Italian newcomers, weaving together their stories of hope and aspiration as they embark on a fresh chapter in the sultry embrace of South Florida. The documentary writer/director Manuela Filomena, will be on hand to share personal experiences and answer any questions from the audience. Questions? Call (813) 248-3316 or email mark@italian-club.org

THIS EVENT IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!

12TH ANNUAL THEMES & TEA HOSTED BY THE ITALIAN CLUB LADIES AUXILIARY

Saturday, May 17th – 1pm-3pm

GET TICKETS: Please contact AnnMarie Susca Hanecki at 813-277-6940 or email Italianclublax@gmail.com

EVENT DETAILS – The Italian Club Ladies Auxiliary will be hosting their 12thAnnual Themes & Tea on Saturday, May 17th from 1pm-3pm in our 3rd Floor Capitano Grand Ballroom, and would like to extend an invitation to our members, friends, and families to join in the celebration. Each table will have a captain, who will select a theme for their table – which include delicious tea themed catering. Groups or Individuals without a captain are most welcome! This afternoon tea will include entertainment, raffles, and a best hat contest, and more! Tickets are $45 per adult, and $25 per child under 12 years old. Table sponsorships are available for $250 each, which includes signage on table and recognition in program. For more information, including tickets and payment arrangements, please contact AnnMarie Susca Hanecki at 813-277-6940. This event is open to the public!

THIS EVENT IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!

CAMPO ITALIANO: SUMMER CAMP FOR CHILDREN

June 2nd through June 6th, 9am-1pm

TO REGISTER: Please contact AnnMarie Susca Hanecki at 813-277-6940 or email Italianclublax@gmail.com

EVENT DETAILS – The Ladies Auxiliary is excited to announce the return of CAMPO ITALIANO: A Day Camp for Children at The Italian Club of Tampa – Monday, June 2nd through Friday, June 6th – a week-long day camp for children in Grades 2 – 7. This program, now in its 18th Year, provides children the opportunity to learn about the Italian culture through Music, Dance, Arts and Crafts, Crochet, Cooking, Traditions, Language, Storytelling, Dominoes, and Indoor Bocce with the Krewe of Italia! Campers will host a special Italian Program on the final day of Campo, Friday June 6th at 1pm. Registration fee: Members: $75/child & Non-Members: $100/child. If you would like to register your child for our Campo Italiano please email AnnMarie Hanecki, Campo Chairperson, at Italianclublax@gmail.com. Completed registration forms and payment is required to guarantee your child’s place in the program. Only the first 50 campers will be accepted. Questions? Email AnnMarie Hanecki, Campo Chair, at Italianclublax@gmail.com. Our Campo Italiano Summer Camp is open to the public!

BOCCE BOWL 2025 TOURNAMENT FUNDRAISER

THREE DAYS – Friday October 10th, Saturday October 11th, Sunday October 12th!

EVENT DETAILS – We have some exciting news with you – the Club’s annual bocce tournament fundraiser will return in 2025, and it is getting even bigger! With the help of our sponsors, donors, and volunteers, the Club was able to fundraise over $30,000 for our nonprofit endeavors during last year’s event. The response from our sponsors and participants was that it was an overwhelming success, incredible new location, and simply… “you have got to do this again!” Mark your calendars for the return of BOCCE BOWL, the Italian Club’s annual bocce tournament, now expending into a three-day event over Columbus Day Weekend – starting Friday October 10th, and continuing through Saturday, October 11th, and Sunday October 12th. The Club will once again host this event in an exclusive VIP location in Ybor City, teaming up with local businesses and donors to make this one of the biggest bocce events in our community! More details on this event, including sponsor packages and team packages will be released soon – anyone wanting to play in this tournament should save these dates! Questions? Call (813) 248-3316 or email mark@italian-club.org

THIS EVENT IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!

SAVE THE DATE: A SINATRA CLASSIC CHRISTMAS – TWO NIGHTS!

Thursday December 4th & Friday December 5th 2025

EVENT DETAILS – Join us as we welcome RICK MICHEL and his 7-piece big band orchestra for an evening celebrating the holiday season! Rick Michel, who has performed and headlined in Las Vegas since 1981, will present “A Sinatra Classic Christmas”, a show focusing on the classic music of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jr., Bing Crosby, and many more! Michel salutes and interprets “Ol’ Blue Eyes” standards. Michel has been called “the closest thing to Sinatra we have ever heard” by “Variety.” This is not a Frank Sinatra impersonation show, but rather an evening to celebrating the classic holiday favorites sung by some of the greatest artists of our time. Tables seat 8 guests, and a cash/credit bar will be available. THESE SHOWS WILL SELL OUT! We anticipate tickets going on sale in during the upcoming summer 2025, so please mark your calendars for this incredible night of live music. More details on this event coming soon! Questions? Call (813) 248-3316 or email mark@italian-club.org

THIS EVENT IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!