# 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.
- Title: San Gennaro feast hits 100 years in Little Italy | Shortify
- Summary: 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…
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- Source: ABC7 New York — https://abc7ny.com/post/san-gennaro-feast-marks-100th-year-new-york-citys-little-italy/19843647
- Published: 2026-09-17T15:00:00+00:00
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- Topics: san gennaro feast, little italy, mulberry street, new york city, italian-american food, festival, manhattan, 100th anniversary, news, local
## 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.
## Key takeaway

The Feast of San Gennaro has endured for 100 years as a beloved NYC tradition drawing thousands to Little Italy each September.