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Italian Festival Celebrates 39 Years of End of Summer Fun
Summer isn't over until you've enjoyed the food, rides and games at the Italian Festival at Hempstead Harbor Park in Port Washington.
Celebrating its 38th anniversary, the largest and oldest feast on Long Island will be held from Wednesday, September 6 through Sunday, September 10.
As always, the famous food tent offers homemade pasta dishes and heroes. The food court will have a wide variety of delicious ethnic cuisine, along with a seafood tent and delectable Italian pastries.
Beyond the great food selection, there are major rides and games for all ages, vendors, live entertainment Thursday through Sunday, and a spectacular fireworks display on Saturday night.
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The Festival is open Wednesday – Friday from 6-11 p.m., Saturday from 2-11 p.m., and Sunday from 12:30 – 10 p.m. Pay-one-price rides wristbands every day, plus ride free on Sunday from 12:30 - 1:30 p.m.
To get to the Italian Festival, take the Northern State Pkwy (Exit 29N) to Roslyn Road North to end, bear left onto West Shore Road. Continue for 2.4 miles. The entrance is at the second North Hempstead Beach Park sign on right (GPS: 175 West Shore Road, Port Washington).
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As with all their other events, the Sons of Italy in America’s John M. Marino Lodge in Port Washington, sponsor of the Italian Festival, donates a percentage of proceeds to a variety of charities. So come and enjoy the festivities and help support charities at the same time. Buon appetito!