Music, Tradition, and Italian Flavor Come Alive at Glassboro’s 12th Annual St. Anthony’s Italian Festival

The Borough of Glassboro invites the community to celebrate southern New Jersey’s rich Italian heritage ON Saturday, September 13, 2025, from 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM in Glassboro Town Square.

GLASSBORO, NEW JERSEY --- The Borough of Glassboro is proud to present St. Anthony’s Italian Festival on Saturday, September 13th from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. in Glassboro’s Town Square. This free and family-friendly event continues to be one of South Jersey’s most anticipated celebrations of Italian heritage, drawing thousands of visitors across the Delaware Valley to Downtown Glassboro.

The wonderful collaboration between the Borough of Glassboro and St. Anthony’s Mutal Aid Society bring together traditional and authentic Italian cuisine, non-stop musical performances, and talented artisan vendors to create this annual showstopping cultural event.

St. Anthony’s Mutal Aid Society was established in the early 1900’s by Italian immigrants from the heart of Glassboro with the mission to provide financial assistance to local families and create a place where Italian traditions can be honored, treasured and preserved.

“The St. Anthony’s Italian Festival is more than just an event — it’s a celebration of heritage, family, and community. Each year, our Borough is honored to bring together the sights, sounds, and flavors of Italy for everyone to enjoy right here in Glassboro.” said Councilman Andrew Halter

Attendees of all ages across the Delaware Valley can look forward to diverse musical entertainment, authentic Italian food vendors, lively beer gardens hosted by Glassboro Landmark Americana, and skilled artisan crafters.

The festivities will kick off with the annual procession from St. Anthony’s Mutual Aid Society to Glassboro’s Town Square at 1:45 p.m., followed by the opening ceremony with blessings preformed in both Italian and English. The musical lineup includes performances from South Jersey favorites 99 Reasons from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m., Mr. “Smooth” Greg Armstrong with friends from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., and Right Turn at 40 from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m.

This year’s presenting sponsor is Nexus Properties. Additional sponsors include Liscio’s Italian Bakery & Deli, Young Realty, Chick-Fil-A at Mantua Square, Tim Scaffidi Law, Fulton Bank, Pella Windows & Doors, EDFI Credit Union, Parke Bank, The Mike McCann Team, | KW Empower, Sports Clip Glassboro, Power Home Remodeling, Raising Cane’s, Renewal by Anderson, Window Nation, AC Electric, Brida Stone, ERCO Ceilings, European Wax Center, VFW Glassboro.

Come rain or shine, this event will proceed as scheduled. Complimentary parking is available throughout Downtown Glassboro in various lots, on the street, and in the Nexus Garages. The GPS address for parking is 1 High Street W., Glassboro, NJ 08028. For more information, please visit: www.glassboro.org/italian-festival