SCHENECTADY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Little Italy Street Fest, better known as Italian Festa, took over Jay Street in Schenectady on Saturday. The event has become a beloved tradition for families across the Capital Region– packing the street with music, dancing, and plenty of food.

Hundreds of people came out to enjoy the festa. From the first note of live Italian music to the last bite of fried dough, the Little Italy Street Fest is all about community. For 20 years, the festival has brought together families, neighbors, and visitors to celebrate Italian culture in the heart of Schenectady.

Food was very much at the center of the festa, with long lines for everything from homemade meatballs and sausage to fresh made pastries. But beyond the food, the event captured the warmth and welcomin

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