Mangia! San Gennaro Feast Of The Hamptons Delights: Photos

HAMPTON BAYS, NY — The smell of zeppoles and sausage and peppers, meatballs and calzones wafted through the air as a hungry crowd headed Saturday to the San Gennaro Feast of the Hamptons, back after the pandemic this weekend — and bringing with it all the delicious tastes of Italy.

The event continues Sunday through 10 p.m. on Good Ground Road in Hampton Bays. Saturday's fun included a fireworks display.

This year's event features zeppole and meatball eating contests on Sunday. To take part in the food competitions, call 516-538-5252.

This year's grand marshal, Phil Forte, is "just a humble guy," according to the San Gennaro Feast of the Hamptons website.

The feast also features artisans, a carnival and live entertainment.

The San Gennaro Feast of the Hamptons originated as a festival designed to emphasize the vitality of the Hamptons and Hampton Bays beyond the summer months, organizers have said in past years.

"Last year, thousands of visitors from all over the tri-state area visited the heart of the Hamptons — downtown Hampton Bays —drawn by live entertainment, top-notch artisans, midway rides, fireworks and delicious Italian delicacies," they added.

Entrance donations support local charities including Maureen's Haven, St. Rosalie's food pantry, the Coalitions for Women's Cancers at Stony Brook Southampton Hospital, and the San Gennaro Scholarship Fund, organizers said.

For the full schedule of events and music, click here.