Guests

The creator of Paisan Con helps set the tone for the weekend with stage appearances, hosting duties, and conversations centered on the heart of the festival: celebrating Italian-American culture through entertainment, food, humor, and community.

One of the signature draws of Paisan Con is its connection to the performers who helped define unforgettable New Jersey and New York screen stories. This spotlight celebrates that legacy with stories from set, fan-favorite moments, and live audience Q&A.

Comedy is a big part of the Paisan Con personality, and this featured guest slot leans into the fast-talking, crowd-pleasing spirit that keeps the convention fun. Expect humor, stories, and a room that feels more like a celebration than a formal panel.

Music helps shape the rhythm of the weekend, and this guest spotlight honors the artists and performers who keep Italian and Italian-American sounds alive in the room. It is part performance, part cultural tribute, and part festival sing-along energy.

The film side of Paisan Con creates space for directors, writers, and creators whose work reflects heritage, family, memory, and humor. This guest card represents the festival's more cinematic and storytelling-driven side.

Paisan Con is not only about media and celebrity appearances. This guest spotlight captures the food, personality, and community warmth that make the convention distinctive, especially around signature moments like the meatball judging contest and festival-wide cultural celebrations.