LisAmore! Italian Festival
Highlights
- Savour authentic Italian cuisine with wood-fired pizzas and artisanal pasta at Lismore's vibrant LisAmore! festival.
- Wander through the Piazza to admire classic Fiats and Vespas, celebrating Italy's iconic design heritage.
- Join the lively tarantella dance, immersing yourself in the festival's spirited atmosphere and cultural connections.
- Enjoy family-friendly activities and workshops, ensuring a fun-filled day for all ages at this community celebration.
Experience the vibrant spirit of Italy in the heart of the Northern Rivers at LisAmore!, Lismore’s premier celebration of culture, community, and friendship. Held in July, at the expansive Lismore Showground, this family-friendly festival transforms the region into a bustling Mediterranean piazza, inviting locals and visitors alike to immerse themselves in an authentic Italian atmosphere.
The festival is a sensory feast, headlined by a spectacular array of authentic culinary delights. From wood-fired pizzas and artisanal pasta to delicate cannoli and robust espresso, the flavours of Italy are served with passion by local producers and guest chefs. Between bites, wander through the “Piazza” to discover a curated selection of Italian machinery, featuring classic Fiats, Alfa Romeos, and iconic Vespas that showcase Italy’s legendary design heritage.
The air remains electric with the sounds of live music, ranging from traditional folk songs to contemporary Italian hits. Guests can join in the spirited tarantella or enjoy innovative storytelling that weaves local history into the day’s cultural fabric. For families, the dedicated children’s activities and workshops ensure there is something for every age to enjoy.
Whether you are a lover of fine food, a motoring enthusiast, or simply seeking a day of joyful connection, LisAmore! offers a unique opportunity to celebrate the enduring bonds of friendship. Join us for a day of passion, heritage, and “la dolce vita” in Lismore.
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Actively welcomes people with access needs.
General access
- Offers multiple options for booking – web, email, phone is available.
- Offers a range of contact methods for receiving complaints.
- Accessibility information and photos, including of a bathroom, room and/or floor plan on their website (can be emailed on request).
- Asks all visitors if there are any specific needs to be met.
- Assistance with booking arrangements (includes providing clear itineraries with written instructions on what to do at various destinations)
Communication
Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia)
- Uses Plain English / easy read signage and information (includes menus and emergency information)
- A quiet space is available at the venue/ facility.
Physical – Mobility
Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids)
Physical – Wheelchair
Caters for people who use a wheelchair.
- Step free outdoor pathways (includes picnic areas, barbecues and shelters)
- A step free main entrance to the building and/or reception area (includes ramps or slopes with a maximum gradient of 1:14, otherwise are too steep for wheelchairs)
- An accessible public toilet which is unlocked.
- A wheelchair accessible toilet / shower and change room is available.
Physical – High support needs
Caters for people with high support needs who travel with a support person.
Allergies and intolerances
Caters for people with allergies and intolerances.
- Complies with The Food Authority requirements for allergy management in food preparation.
- Equipment to respond to anaphylactic shock such as epi–pens and defibrillator.
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