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Little Italy may look different than it did a century ago, but step onto Mulberry Street during the annual Feast of San Gennaro and you’ll find that its spirit is alive as ever. From the harsh realities faced by late 19th-century immigrants to the vibrant 11-day centennial celebration taking over Lower Manhattan today, this stretch of NYC holds a profound piece of American history. Join us for a personal walk through the sights, sounds, and flavors of the festival.

Discover the 424-year history of Lenola, Italy, and the Feast of La Madonna del Colle. From miraculous 17th-century origins to vibrant processions and global family reunions, journey back to ancestral roots in the Aurunci Mountains—and see why this tradition endures today.

From a floating 12th-century Byzantine icon in Molfetta, Italy, to a milestone centennial celebration on the Hudson River waterfront, the 100th Hoboken Italian Festival brought centuries of faith, culture, and community to life. Discover the rich history of the Feast of the Madonna dei Martiri, including: Centuries of Tradition: How a sacred Italian pilgrimage honoring Madonna dei Martiri made its way across the Atlantic in 1927.

How a centuries-old tradition brings food, family, and religious devotion to life every August in the historic North End.

While the Church of Saint Rosalia no longer exists and the Italian-Sicilian population is diminished in this neighborhood - the Bensonhurst Festival of Santa Rosalia is alive and well!

Mór Fest - A Contemporary Irish Festival in NYC was rich with Irish culture. It did not disappoint!

On Ferragosto 2026 - I did what many Italians do and spent the beautiful day on the beach!

The Hoboken St. Ann Festival just celebrated its 116th year! This fun filled feast offered it all - including fabulous food!

The Festival of the Giglio of St. Anthony in East Harlem, NYC was an amazing experience and a tradition brought over from Italy over 100 years ago!

The Ocean Township, NJ Italian Festival was enjoyed by many people in the community! It was a weekend of fun, good food, games and more!

Despite the rain, La Festa Italiana went on without a hitch! This amazing street fair in the heart of Jersey City showed the authenticity of Americans of Italian descent!

Clam Fest in the Highlands, NJ is an annual community event that residents and other locals look forward to every year! The seafood is plentiful and the entertainment is non-stop!