LaFiorentina's Cannoli Eating Contest!
About this race
La Fiorentina's 80th Anniversary Holy Cannoli Eating Contest
Join us as we celebrate 80 years of sweet traditions, family, and community at Springfield's beloved La Fiorentina Pastry Shop!
As part of the Springfield Italian Feast, competitors of all ages are invited to participate in the inaugural Holy Cannoli Eating Contest, commemorating La Fiorentina's 80th Anniversary. Contestants will test their appetite, determination, and love of cannoli as they compete for prizes, trophies, and ultimate bragging rights.
Whether you're a future cannoli champion, a seasoned dessert enthusiast, or one of our special Celebrity & VIP guests, this event promises plenty of excitement, laughter, and Italian pride.
Contest Divisions
- Kids Division Ages ≤18
Young cannoli lovers will compete to see who can eat the most cannoli within the allotted time.
- Adult Division 18+
Think you have what it takes to be crowned the Holy Cannoli Champion? Step up to the table and prove it!
- Celebrity & VIP Division
Local personalities, community leaders, sponsors, and invited guests will compete in a friendly battle for community bragging rights and the honor of supporting one of Springfield's most cherished Italian traditions.
Event Details
- Date: Saturday, July 11, 2026
- Location: Springfield Italian Feast
- Presented by: La Fiorentina Pastry Shop
Awards
- 🏆 Holy Cannoli "Kids" Champion $100
- 🏆 Holy Cannoli "Adult" Champion $1,000
Important Information
- Participants under 18 years of age must have a parent or guardian complete the registration and waiver.
- Space is limited; first-come, first-served registration.
- Contest rules and judging procedures will be announced prior to the start of each division.
For 80 years, La Fiorentina has brought generations together through family, tradition, and incredible pastries. Join us as we celebrate this milestone anniversary one cannoli at a time!
Mangia! Compete! Celebrate!
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Running
La Fiorentina's "Kids" Cannoli Eating Contest
Think you're Springfield's biggest cannoli fan? The Kids Division is open to participants ages 8–17 and is designed to be a fun, family-friendly competition celebrating La Fiorentina's 80th Anniversary. Participants will have a designated amount of time to eat as many cannoli as possible. The contestant who consumes the most cannoli during the competition will be declared the winner. Awards will be presented to the top finisher. A parent or legal guardian must complete the registration and waiver for all participants under the age of 18. Space is limited.
LaFiorentina's "Adult" Cannoli Eating Contest
Do you have what it takes to become the inaugural Holy Cannoli Champion? Compete against fellow cannoli enthusiasts in this exciting contest celebrating La Fiorentina's 80th Anniversary and the Springfield Italian Feast. Participants will have a designated amount of time to consume as many cannoli as possible. The contestant with the highest total at the conclusion of the contest will be crowned the Holy Cannoli Champion. Prizes and awards will be presented to the top finishers. Space is limited and advance registration is encouraged.
Typical race-day weather
Based on 2 years of Open-Meteo archive data for this event's race dates in Springfield, plus the 3 days either side.
The sun rises at 5:24 AM and sets at 8:27 PM local time (EDT) in Springfield on July 11, 2026 — 15h 02m of daylight.
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