From ABC7 New York · · 1m
San Gennaro feast hits 100 years in Little Italy
New York's iconic Italian festival celebrates a century of food, music, and community on Mulberry Street.
In brief
New York's iconic Italian festival celebrates a century of food, music, and community on Mulberry Street. The Feast of San Gennaro has endured for 100 years as a beloved NYC tradition drawing thousands to Little Italy each September. Originally reported by ABC7 New York.
Century milestone for San Gennaro
The Feast of San Gennaro kicked off Thursday in Little Italy, marking the iconic festival's 100th year celebrating Italian-American culture.
“The Feast of San Gennaro kicked off Thursday in Little Italy, marking the iconic festival's 100th year.”
Thousands crowd 11 blocks
Thousands of people are expected to crowd 11 blocks along Mulberry Street to sample Italian-American favorites from more than 300 vendors.
“Thousands of people are expected to crowd 11 blocks along Mulberry Street to sample Italian-American favorites.”
Pizza, pasta, cannoli, gelato
Vendors serve up classic Italian-American dishes including pizza, pasta, cannoli, and gelato throughout the festival.
Music, games, and rides too
Beyond food, the festival features live music, games, and rides for families and visitors of all ages.
Festival runs through late September
The Feast of San Gennaro runs through September 27, giving New Yorkers nearly two weeks to experience the centennial celebration.
“The Feast of San Gennaro runs through Sept. 27.”
In short
The Feast of San Gennaro has endured for 100 years as a beloved NYC tradition drawing thousands to Little Italy each September.
