107 years of tradition: 90,000 people estimated to attend St. Ann’s Italian Festival

Jul 18, 2017 769

BY: Marilyn Baer

One of Hoboken’s most popular and most traditional events is back again, running from Saturday, July 22 through Wednesday, July 26. The 107-year-old St. Ann’s Italian Festival -- known colloquially as “The Feast of St. Ann” -- will include the traditional statue procession and Novena.

The five-day festival is centered at Seventh and Jefferson streets. It promises games, rides, a 50/50 raffle, live music, a variety of food, a “best pizza in Hoboken” contest, and the famous fried zeppoles, whose recipe is guarded by the Saint Ann Guild who makes them.


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