Danbury San Gennaro Festival 2025: What You Need to Know for This Year’s Celebration

The Danbury Feast of San Gennaro is one of my favorite events. Every year, I look forward to the feast, not only for the incredible food, music, and performances but because it’s a chance to socialize with the entire Greater-Danbury area over five days.

Who:

Grand Marshal: The 2025 Danbury Feast of San Gennaro will be led by Antonia “Tonina” Chieffalo, a beloved local figure and proud member of the Italian-American community. Tonina has dedicated over 60 years to the Amerigo Vespucci Lodge, serving in leadership roles like Vice President, Treasurer, and Secretary.

I-95: As always, I-95 will be broadcasting live. You can come by the booth and see us say ridiculous things in person.

What:

• Danbury Feast of San Gennaro is a five-day festival celebrating Italian culture, community, and heritage. The event is free to attend and features:
• A mass at St. Peter’s Church, a blessing of the San Gennaro statue, and a procession down Main Street to Ives Street.
• Live music and entertainment from a variety of bands and Italian performers, including The Zoo, Beyond Purple, the AC/DC tribute band Back in Black, and Not Sorry.
• Daytime performances by Italian artists such as Vito Lombardo, Vittorio di Carlo, and Biagio.
• The return of popular food vendors, including Nicky Zooks Fresh Mozzarella, Dolce, and Stanziato’s Pizza, along with signature dishes like sausage & peppers.
• 80’s-themed laser light shows, special Metallica and Pink Floyd tributes, and a fireworks display at night.

When:

Dates: August 20-24, 2025
The festival kicks off on Wednesday, August 20th at 4:00 PM, with a mass at St. Peter’s Church, a blessing of the San Gennaro statue, and a procession through Danbury.

Where:

The San Gennaro Festival will take place at 1 Ives Street, Danbury, CT. This prime location offers a central space for all festival activities, making it easy for everyone in the greater Danbury area to attend and participate.

Performers and Entertainment:

• The Zoo
• Beyond Purple
• Back in Black (AC/DC Tribute Band)
• Not Sorry
• Italian Music Performances:
• Vito Lombardo
• Vittorio di Carlo (Graceful Tenor)
• Biagio (Italian Singing Sensation)
• Special Attractions:
• 80’s-themed laser light shows with special performances of Metallica and Pink Floyd music.
• A spectacular fireworks display at night, set off from the top of the Patriot parking garage.
• I-95 Live Broadcast

Don’t miss your chance to be part of this beloved festival—mark your calendars for August 20-24, 2025 and come celebrate with us!