The Annual Little Italy StreetFest

08/20/2026

🌟 SPONSORSHIP HIGHLIGHT 🌟

Little Italy StreetFest is all about celebrating community, tradition, family, and the businesses that help make this special Schenectady tradition possible. 🇮🇹

We’re proud to recognize Latham Ford as a generous sponsor of Schenectady’s 21st Annual Little Italy StreetFest happing 9/12 in Schenectady, NY.

Their support helps us bring thousands of people together in Schenectady’s historic Little Italy neighborhood for a day filled with incredible Italian food, live entertainment, local vendors, family fun, and — most importantly — the traditions and sense of community that have made StreetFest such a beloved annual celebration.

Events like Little Italy StreetFest simply wouldn’t be possible without businesses that believe in supporting the communities they serve, and we are incredibly grateful to have Latham Ford helping us make our 21st year bigger and better than ever.

🇮🇹 A HUGE GRAZIE to Latham Ford for supporting Schenectady’s Little Italy, our local businesses, and the 21st Annual Little Italy StreetFest!
We can’t wait to celebrate with everyone in Little Italy! 🇮🇹

https://www.lathamfordmotors.com/

08/18/2026

FINAL CALL FOR PREORDERS

The deadline to preorder your copy of the inaugural edition of *From Our Kitchens to Yours: Schenectady's Little Italy Community Cookbook*! is rapidly approaching on 8/23/2026.

This First Edition • 2026 cookbook celebrates the recipes, traditions, history, and community spirit of Schenectady's Little Italy.

Inside you'll find:
Over 50 recipes
A brief history of Schenectady's Little Italy
Community stories and traditions
A keepsake First Edition for 2026

Preorder your copy today for just $20 and pick it up during the 21st Annual Little Italy StreetFest.

Reserve your copy here:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C054AA9AA2DA3F5C43-64448301-schenectadys #/

Thank you for supporting Schenectady's Little Italy and helping us launch this exciting new tradition! See less

Reserve your copy of Schenectady's Little Italy: From Our Kitchens to Yours, a community cookbook celebrating the flavors, traditions, and history of Schenectady's Little Italy. This first edition cookbook features dozens of Italian and Italian-American inspired recipes, community stories, historica...

08/10/2026

📣 FINAL CALL FOR VENDORS 📣
Applications to be a part of this year's Annual Little Italy StreetFest (Happening 9/12/2026) will be closing on 8/22/2026. This is your last opportunity!

We're looking for craft vendors, artisan food vendors, specialty retailers, family-friendly vendors, and more to join us for one of the Capital Region's favorite community events.

What's New This Year?
✅ Fully Digital Application & Payment Process
✅ Assigned Arrival Time Slots for Easier Setup
✅ Gift Basket Blind Auction Option ($25 booth discount for participating vendors)
✅ NEW Bambini Boulevard Vendor Spaces – A family-focused area featuring bounce houses, face painting, children's activities, and family-friendly vendors

Apply Here:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C054AA9AA2DA3F5C43-58709875-streetfest #/

⚠️ Please be aware of scammers claiming to represent StreetFest. We will never ask for payment through Facebook Messenger. If you have any questions, please contact us through our page or email us at [email protected].

We look forward to welcoming both returning and new vendors to StreetFest 2026

Please read the attached document for the rules and regulations of the event and then read below for the various spaces in the corresponding timeslots.

08/03/2026

📅Important Dates for the 21st Annual Little Italy StreetFest! 🇮🇹

The countdown is on! Here are the key dates you'll want to keep in mind as we get ready for another incredible year celebrating the traditions, food, and community of Schenectady's Little Italy.

🎉 21st Annual Little Italy StreetFest
📅 9/12/2026 | 12 - 8:30 PM | N. Jay Street at Union St, Schenectady NY
Join us for a full day of incredible food, live entertainment, unique vendors, family activities, and a celebration of our Italian heritage!

🛍️ Vendor Application Deadline
📅 8/22/2026
Interested in showcasing your business, handmade products, or delicious food? Apply today to be part of one of the Capital Region's favorite festivals!

🔗 Vendor Registration:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C054AA9AA2DA3F5C43-58709875-streetfest #/

📖 Community Cookbook Preorder Deadline
📅 8/23/2026
Reserve your copy of this special collection of recipes and stories from our community before preorders close!

🔗 Cookbook Preorders:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C054AA9AA2DA3F5C43-64448301-schenectadys #/

👕 Official StreetFest Merchandise Preorder Deadline
📅 8/15/2026
Order your official 2026 StreetFest apparel before the store closes. Once ordering ends, these designs won't be available again!

🔗 Merchandise:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C054AA9AA2DA3F5C43-64456241-annual #/

🤝 Cookbook Sponsorship Deadline
📅 8/7/2026
Support one of Schenectady's premier community events while promoting your business to thousands of festival attendees.

🔗 Sponsorship Information:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1J7fMZbFWFZGXfGdKCYZhvsYjhg8UnkxQ3Ym6Qa49Tno/edit

🔗 Helpful Links
🎪 Festival Information:
https://www.facebook.com/share/1HJkfLtnCV/

🛍️ Vendor Registration:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C054AA9AA2DA3F5C43-58709875-streetfest #/

📖 Cookbook Preorders:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C054AA9AA2DA3F5C43-64448301-schenectadys #/

👕 Official Merchandise:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C054AA9AA2DA3F5C43-64456241-annual #/

🤝 Become a Sponsor:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1J7fMZbFWFZGXfGdKCYZhvsYjhg8UnkxQ3Ym6Qa49Tno/edit

Every vendor, sponsor, preorder, purchase, volunteer, and attendee helps make the Little Italy StreetFest possible. Thank you for supporting this community tradition—we can't wait to celebrate with you on 9/12/2026! ❤️🇮🇹

Send a message to learn more

07/10/2026

Call for Vendors

We are nearing deadline (August 22nd) for applications for vendors.

There are a few important updates for this year:
• Fully Digital Application – No more paper forms, checks, or mailing delays. All applications and payments are handled online.
• Assigned Arrival Time Slots – Each vendor must select a setup time when applying. Space and types of vendors within each time slot is limited, and vendors are required to arrive at their selected time.
• Gift Basket Blind Auction Option – Some booth options include a $25 discount in exchange for providing a gift basket (approx. $25 value), which will be used in our blind auction fundraiser.

👉 Apply here:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C054AA9AA2DA3F5C43-58709875-streetfest #/

As always, there are MANY scammers out there who will pretend to be affiliated with the StreetFest. If you have any concerns, please reach out to us on the page or email us at [email protected]

Send a message to learn more

06/17/2026

The proof copy of our cookbook arrived late last night, and this morning we've been busy reviewing every page, recipe, and sponsor listing to make sure everything is in top shape before it goes to print! 📖🇮🇹

Thank you to everyone who has submitted recipes, sponsored a page, preordered a copy, or supported this project in any way. We can't wait to share From Our Kitchens to Yours with the community.

Preorder Links
📖Cookbook: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C054AA9AA2DA3F5C43-64448301-schenectadys #/
👕Official Merch: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C054AA9AA2DA3F5C43-64456241-annual #/

Sponsorship Links
📖Cookbook: https://forms.gle/gPFPJBB3bCFn8B9N6
🎉StreetFest: https://forms.gle/rB7HwhHB4ZZXLQZLA



Special thanks to our Little Italy neighbors and community partners:
Civitello's Italian Pastry Shoppe - Italian Ices, Cookies, & Breads, MORE PERRECA'S, Perreca's Bakery, Cornells in Little Italy, The Mopco Improv Theatre, Hunter's on Jay, Rossi & Ditoro Funeral Home, The Schenectady Trading Company, Discover Schenectady, Downtown Schenectady Improvement Corporation

06/10/2026

📖 PREORDERS ARE NOW OPEN!

We're excited to announce the inaugural edition of *From Our Kitchens to Yours: Schenectady's Little Italy Community Cookbook*!

This First Edition • 2026 cookbook celebrates the recipes, traditions, history, and community spirit of Schenectady's Little Italy.

Inside you'll find:
🍝 Over 50 recipes
🏘️ A brief history of Schenectady's Little Italy
❤️ Community stories and traditions
📖 A keepsake First Edition for 2026

Preorder your copy today for just $20 and pick it up during the 21st Annual Little Italy StreetFest.

Reserve your copy here:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C054AA9AA2DA3F5C43-64448301-schenectadys #/

Thank you for supporting Schenectady's Little Italy and helping us launch this exciting new tradition!

06/09/2026

OFFICIAL LITTLE ITALY STREETFEST MERCHANDISE IS HERE!

Adventure Starts Local.

We're excited to announce the launch of our official Little Italy StreetFest merchandise pre-order featuring our new passport-inspired design showcasing the iconic Little Italy arches and celebrating the food, music, family, and traditions that make our neighborhood special.

Available for pre-order:
👕 Adult T-Shirts
👚 Women's V-Neck T-Shirts
🧒 Youth T-Shirts
🧥 Hoodies

Pre-ordering guarantees your preferred style and size while helping us determine production quantities before StreetFest.

⚠ Merchandise will be available in limited quantities at StreetFest. Pre-ordering is the best way to ensure you get exactly what you want.

📅 Pre-orders close August 15, 2026.

🛍 Order Here:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C054AA9AA2DA3F5C43-64456241-annual #/

Mangia. Passeggia. Celebra.
Eat. Stroll. Celebrate.

04/17/2026

Call for Vendors

We're now accepting vendor applications for the 21st Annual Little Italy StreetFest.

There are a few important updates for this year:

• Fully Digital Application – No more paper forms, checks, or mailing delays. All applications and payments are handled online.
• Assigned Arrival Time Slots – Each vendor must select a setup time when applying. Space and types of vendors within each time slot is limited, and vendors are required to arrive at their selected time.
• Gift Basket Blind Auction Option – Some booth options include a $25 discount in exchange for providing a gift basket (approx. $25 value), which will be used in our blind auction fundraiser.

👉 Apply here:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C054AA9AA2DA3F5C43-58709875-streetfest #/

As always, there are MANY scammers out there who will pretend to be affiliated with the StreetFest. If you have any concerns, please reach out to us on the page or email us at [email protected].

Please read the attached document for the rules and regulations of the event and then read below for the various spaces in the corresponding timeslots.