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A vendor stands under a blue canopy with Italian flags, selling clear cups for $5 each at an outdoor market during the Wine and Food Festival. Green, white, and red decorations cover the table, with a large Italian flag draped in front.

Little Italy StreetFest

Enjoy a Schenectady tradition–a full day of incredible food, live entertainment, unique vendors, family activities and a celebration of Italian heritage in downtown Schenectady!

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    What is Little Italy StreetFest?

    Schenectady’s 21st Annual Little Italy StreetFest will continue a tradition held after Labor Day on North Jay and Union Streets in Downtown Schenectady.

    The event is a celebration of Italian culture and heritage that is fun for the entire family!

    Logo for Little Italy Street Fest with text in red and white. Background features a circle divided into green, white, and red, resembling the Italian flag—capturing the vibrant spirit of a Wine and Food Festival.

    How to Experience Schenectady’s Little Italy StreetFest

    Admission is free!

    Enjoy Food & Local Vendors: Traditional Italian foods provided by neighborhood businesses, such as Perreca’s Bakery and Civitello’s Italian Pastry Shoppe, alongside dozens of craft and retail vendors.

     Live Music: Performances from local acts and musical groups: Grand Central Station, Anthony LaBarbera, and The Rogues.

    Cultural & Family Activities: An Italian Cultural Heritage Tent and a designated kids’ zone.

    When is the Little Italy StreetFest?

    The 21st Annual Little Italy StreetFest will take place Saturday, September 12 from noon to 8:30 pm on North Jay and Union Streets in Downtown Schenectady.

    Several people stand in line at an outdoor market with green and red tents, engaging with vendors. A woman gestures while talking to the crowd, creating a lively atmosphere reminiscent of a Wine and Food Festival. Signs and coolers are visible on the tables under the tents.

    Take Amtrak to the Little Italy StreetFest

    For Directions to the Schenectady Train Station, click below.

    Schenectady station Directions

    Attend the Little Italy StreetFest in Schnectady via Amtrak to the Schenectady Train Station—Don’t forget to use the Amtrak See New York and Save 15% discount! The station is a little over one mile from downtown Schenectady, making it an easy and convenient option to get to the event.

    Get picked up from the Schenectady Train Station and taken to your reserved NYTRAIN Enterprise Rent-a-Car. Click here to reserve your car or call the Schenectady office today at 518-374-7890.

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    Date
    Sep 12 - 13 2026
    Time
    12:00 pm - 8:30 pm

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    Location
    North Jay and Union Streets in Downtown Schenectady.