1st Annual Neri’s Bakery Cannoli Eating Contest
PORT CHESTER, NY (September 23, 2025) — The Village of Port Chester, the Knights of Columbus, and the Port Chester Italian Heritage Club are set to host Festa Colón this October, inviting the community to celebrate Italian-American heritage. The event will follow this year’s Columbus Day Parade, transforming Abendroth Avenue—between Westchester Avenue and Addee Street—into a lively street festival.
The festival will feature live music, local vendors, family-friendly entertainment, and the 1st Annual Neri’s Bakery Cannoli Eating Contest. Details about the full event schedule and vendor registration opportunities for local businesses will be announced soon.
“This October, the Village of Port Chester, the Knights of Columbus, and the Port Chester Italian Heritage Club invite the community to celebrate Festa Colón!” the announcement reads. The event promises a vibrant celebration, with more details on the schedule and vendor participation to be released in the coming weeks.
The festival is scheduled for Sunday, October 12th, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Abendroth Avenue, offering a day of community engagement and Italian-American pride.
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