NORWALK, Conn. — The Annual St. Ann’s Feast returns to Norwalk this week, bringing four days of traditional Italian food, live entertainment, and family-friendly fun to the heart of the city’s Italian-American community.
The celebration, hosted by the Saint Ann Club at 16 Hendricks Ave., runs from Thursday, July 24, through Sunday, July 27, and features live music, rides, games, craft vendors, and an array of classic Italian dishes.
The event kicks off Thursday from 6 to 10 p.m. with music by DJ Troy of T&T Entertainment, spinning Italian favorites alongside hits from the ‘50s to today. Festivalgoers can enjoy fan favorites like pizza fritta, sausage and peppers, and a wide selection of desserts.
Admission, parking, and entertainment are all free.
“This event brings people together from all over,” organizers said. “Whether you’re here for the music, the food, or the traditions, it’s a celebration of family and community.”
The festival schedule includes:
- Friday, July 25: 6 to 10 p.m. with music by Boondocks
- Saturday, July 26: 4 to 10 p.m. with music by Gunsmoke. A morning procession with the statue of St. Ann begins at 9:30 a.m. at the Saint Ann Club and leads to a 10 a.m. Mass at Saint Thomas the Apostle Church, 203 East Ave.
- Sunday, July 27: 3 to 8 p.m. with music by Old School 203
There will also be rides and games for all ages and a wide selection of local craft vendors throughout the weekend.
Free parking is available at 148 East Ave.
The Saint Ann’s Feast is one of Norwalk’s longest-running cultural traditions and serves as a celebration of faith, heritage, and local community spirit.
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