Feast On All The Italian Food Your Heart Desires At The San Gennaro Feast In Nevada
By Natasha Kayes|Published April 25, 2023
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I was born and raised in sunny Southern California and will never tire of the West Coast, although I spent several years living in Southeast Asia, about as far from California as you can get. Wherever I am in the world, I love straying from the beaten path, experiencing local life, and discovering hidden gems - camera in hand. The beach is my happy place and when I am not there (or writing), you will usually find me baking, watching movies, and cuddling my pugs. I have traveled around the country and around the world, and it never, ever gets old. Being able to combine my passion for travel and my love of writing is nothing short of a dream.
Nevada has so many experiences and things to do year-round, including a host of fun and unique festivals – with themes ranging from rubber duckies to superheroes to barbecue, and everything in between. Some you may pass on while others pique your interest. How about all-you-can-eat Italian food? We think YES. And if you feel the same, do not miss this Italian food festival in Las Vegas.
The San Gennaro Feast is a bi-annual Italian food and music festival in Las Vegas, Nevada. This incredibly popular event has been drawing locals and visitors from all over the world for 43 years.
Similar celebrations are held in Italy, New York, and other places in May and September.
This year, the San Gennaro Feast will be held from May 10 to 14, 2023, at the M Resort in Las Vegas. Each Admission ticket is good for entry on any one day of the festival.
Outside of Italy itself, this is considered the biggest and best celebration of Italian heritage.
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This festival is a tradition held in honor of Saint Gennaro, the Patron Saint of Naples, Italy. Neapolitan Folklore holds that this martyred Saint is one they can appeal to for help with any need or emergency and that he is the patron of Italians wherever they are in the world.
An estimated 20,000 to 50,000 visitors throughout the event will be able to sample a huge variety of flavors and dishes at 70 international food vendors.
Don’t fill up completely on pizza, sausages, seafood, bread, pasta, and other savory delights. Remember there are plenty of Italian sweets to be had, including gelato, pastries, tiramisu, and of course, mouthwatering cannolis.
At least 40 different musical performers, tribute groups, and bands will be at the festival, with live international performances on the main stage every hour throughout the event.
On opening night only, parents receive a free wristband when they purchase a child’s POP unlimited rides wristband. Families will also enjoy face painting, pony rides, and a petting zoo.
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On Wednesday through Friday, the festival runs from 4 p.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday hours are 1 p.m. to midnight and Sunday hours are 1 p.m. to 11 p.m., with fireworks at 9:30 p.m.
The 43rd Annual San Gennaro Feast is expected to be the best one yet. Have you attended this Italian food festival in Las Vegas before? Will you be attending this year? We want to hear about your experience! Find all the details, including the history of Saint Gennaro and ticket information on the San Gennaro Feast website. Stay up-to-date on festival events, ticket giveaways, and more on the San Gennaro Feast Facebook page. If you are planning to stay in Las Vegas for the festival, this desert retreat is a relaxing place to stay the night.
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