The Italian Cultural Center of Minneapolis/St. Paul upcoming events

Educational Travel to Siracusa: April 17 - May 1, 2027 (01 Sep 2026)

Tue, 01 Sep 2026 11:00:00 GMT

SIRACUSA

Language & Culture in Sicily

Live an unforgettable two-week stay in the stunning ancient city of Siracusa, on the southeastern coast of Sicily, a premier UNESCO World Heritage destination, and learn about local history and culture through excursions, food and wine experiences, art, and nature.

Discover a thousand-year-old city, with its magnificent ancient Greek architecture, stunning Baroque palaces, and charming historic center, filled with narrow pedestrian lanes, stunning sea views, and vibrant local markets.

Improve your Italian language skills at a premier Language School, offering courses for absolute beginners to more advanced levels. Using an interactive, communicative approach, native-speaking teachers ensure you develop practical conversation skills, along side a strong foundation in grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation.

Please view the full itinerary and details of the trip.

A presentation of the trip will be offered at our new location, 553 1st Avenue NE, Minneapolis, on Sunday, September 20 at 10 a.m. to noon. To register for the presentation, please sign up here.

Please note that registration to the Waitlist for this trip is free of charge.

I am looking forward to accompanying you on this next adventure!

Cordialmente,

Astrid Garino

For additional information, email: Astrid@theitalianculturalcenter.org

ICC Annual Meeting (13 Nov 2026)

Sat, 14 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Please join us for the Italian Cultural Center’s 2026 Annual Meeting as we mark our 20th anniversary year.

We’ll share updates on ICC’s new home, programs, membership, finances and recently updated bylaws, along with a look ahead to 2027. Enjoy food, prosecco and conversation with fellow ICC members and their guests.

This event is free for ICC members and their guests. Registration is required.

For questions or additional information, please contact Ron at ron@theitalianculturalcenter.org or call/text 612-272-5312.

CINEFORUM - IL SORPASSO (04 Dec 2026)

Sat, 05 Dec 2026 00:00:00 GMT

IL SORPASSO

Year: 1962
Directed by: Dino Risi
Cast: Vittorio Gassman, Jean-Louis Trintignant, Luciana Angiolillo, Catherine Spaak, Claudio Gora

The ultimate Italian road comedy, set against the backdrop of Ferragosto, Italy’s national summer holiday, and featuring a luxurious, roaring Lancia Aurelia. Il sorpasso brings together the unlikely duo of Vittorio Gassman and Jean-Louis Trintignant, who play a carefree, mischievous bachelor and the reserved law student he unexpectedly takes along on an impromptu journey from Rome to Tuscany. Their unpredictable adventure unfolds through roadside stops, chance encounters with strangers, and visits to family members, seamlessly combining sharp humor, social satire, and a deeply moving human story. The result is an exhilarating yet bittersweet snapshot of Italy during its economic boom.

Widely regarded as director Dino Risi’s masterpiece, Il sorpasso stands as one of the most influential films of the Commedia all’italiana genre. Vittorio Gassman delivers one of the finest performances of his career, earning both the David di Donatello and the Nastro d’Argento for Best Actor.

The movie is in Italian with English subtitles

Event Details
6:00 p.m. – Aperitivo
6:30 p.m. – Movie Screening

FilmNorth, 2441 University Ave W, Suite 100, Saint Paul, MN 55114

For parking information, Location, Hours, Parking, Access - FilmNorth

If you need any assistance or accessibility accommodation, email Ileana at ileana@theitalianculturalcenter.org

Space is limited to just 50 seats; once they’re gone, they’re gone.

Reserve yours today!

Curated and presented by Ileana Tamberlani, Programming and Administrative Manager of the Italian Film Festival of Minneapolis/St. Paul.

Tombola, Panettone & Pandoro. An Italian Tradition (08 Dec 2026)

Wed, 09 Dec 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Join us for a sparkling evening of Italian holiday cheer with our native instructor, Ileana Tamberlani! Discover the magic of Tombola—Italy’s most beloved Christmas game that has been bringing families and friends together for generations.

Numbers and keywords will be called out in both Italian and English, making it fun and accessible for everyone. Play along while sipping Prosecco, nibbling on festive sweet treats, and savoring pandoro and panettone, the iconic cakes that light up every Italian Christmas table. And yes, there will be prizes!

No Italian required—just bring your holiday spirit!

Please note: This event is intended for adults only and is not suitable for families with children.

Minimum number of participants: 15 | Maximum number of participants: 30

Please note: All workshop cancellations must be made at least 72 hours before receiving a refund, minus an administrative fee.

ICC Holiday Celebration (11 Dec 2026)

Sat, 12 Dec 2026 00:00:00 GMT

We hope you’ll join us for the Italian Cultural Center’s Holiday Celebration! We'll have food, treats, and holiday cheer, along with plenty of time to catch up with old friends and meet new ones. Whether you speak Italian, English, or both, you’ll feel right at home.

This will be our first holiday gathering in our new home in Northeast Minneapolis, and we’re excited to celebrate the season here with our community. It’s also a special opportunity to come together as we bring the Italian Cultural Center’s 20th anniversary year to a close.

The Holiday Celebration is always a nice opportunity to get to know the ICC a little better, especially if you haven’t been to one of our events before. Come as you are, bring a friend if you’d like, and enjoy the evening with us. The friendships that have grown through the Italian Cultural Center over the years are a big part of what makes this community so special.

This has been a wonderful year for the ICC, and we want to thank all of you for making our 20th anniversary such a great year.

We look forward to celebrating the holidays with you on December 11!

Questions? Please contact Ron Lattin at 612-272-5312 or ron@theitalianculturalcenter.org.