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Festa di San Martino Italian Festival & Scholarship Fundraiser

  • The Tirrell Room 254 Quarry Street Quincy, MA, 02169 (map)

Celebrating Our 10th Anniversary!

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Gianna Puopolo, Miss US Italia 2026

Italian cultural event South Shore Boston

A Celebration of Italian Heritage, Community & Tradition

Join the Italian American Cultural Organization (IACO) for a memorable evening of Italian food, regional wine tasting and competition, live music by the Italian Band Ambrosiani, dancing, silent auction, raffles, and more!

Individual Tickets —$100 per person

RSVP by November 15

We're delighted to welcome Gianna Puopolo, Miss US Italia 2026, a Boston native with proud Sicilian roots, as our special co-host.

Proceeds support IACO's Italian Heritage Scholarships, cultural and educational programs, and community events that keep our traditions alive for future generations.

Celebrate our heritage. Support our future. Become a Sponsor.

Alternatively, you can send a check payable to IACO, P.O Box 850272, Braintree, MA 02185

An Evening of Italian Tradition

Evening Program
6:00 PM - 7:15 PM - Regional Wine Competition, Silent Auction & Live Music
7:15 PM - 7:45 - Antipasto & Entertainment by the Italian Band Ambrosiani
7:45 PM - Italian Dinner & 10th Anniversary Celebration
9:15 PM - Dessert by Montilio’s & Wine Competition Winners
10:00 PM - Silent Auction Closing & Door Prize
10:30 PM - Raffle Drawing
11:00 PM - Last Dance

Silent auction winners must be present to claim their prizes.

Sponsorship & Support Opportunities

Honor the Tradition. Support the Mission.

Celebrate ten years of Festa di San Martino while supporting IACO's Italian Heritage Scholarships, cultural and educational programs, and community events.

Diamante Sponsor: $2,500

Includes 6 Festa Tickets

  • Premier logo placement on event materials, signage, and IACO website

  • Exclusive signage near the wine tasting station or stage

  • Featured recognition in a pre-event email

  • Dedicated social media spotlight

  • Logo displayed at regional wine tasting tables

  • Verbal recognition during the celebration

Platino Sponsor: $1,000

Includes 4 Festa Tickets

  • Logo on IACO website, event signage, and digital promotions

  • Featured recognition in a pre-event email

  • Social media recognition

  • Logo displayed at regional wine tasting tables

  • Verbal recognition during the celebration

Oro Sponsor: $750

Includes 2 Festa Tickets

  • Logo on IACO website and printed event materials

  • Verbal recognition during the celebration

Argento Sponsor: $500

Includes 2 Festa Tickets

  • Name recognition on IACO website

  • Recognition on event signage

Bronzo Sponsor: $300

No Tickets Included

  • Name recognition on IACO website

  • Recognition on event signage


Alternatively, you can send a check payable to IACO, P.O Box 850272, Braintree, MA 02185

Silent Auction Items / Raffle Items

We’re also looking for donations to support our fundraising efforts! Silent auction items can be a product, service, or experience valued at $200 or more, while raffle items of all sizes are welcome and appreciated. Every contribution helps raise money for the IACO Scholarship Fund, which provides educational opportunities for deserving students. It’s a great way to showcase your business while making a meaningful difference.

If you can’t make our meeting, please consider making a donation to support the IACO Italian Heritage Scholarship fund.

 

Nearby Hotels

Marriot Boston/Quincy
1000 Marriott Dr, Quincy, MA 02189
617-472-1000

Hampton Inn Boston/Braintree
215 Wood Road, Braintree, MA 02184
781-380-3300

Hyatt Place
50 Forbes Rd, Braintree, MA 02184
781-848-0600

Holiday Inn Express
1 Arlington St, Quincy, MA 02171
781-819-3890

Staybridge Suites Quincy
1 Arlington St, Quincy, MA 02171
781-819-3890


Things to Do on the South Shore

If you're looking for things to do in Braintree or on the South Shore of Boston, the Italian American Cultural Organization hosts regular events including cooking demonstrations, wine tastings, cultural programs, and social gatherings.

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