Events

Ferragosto 2025

Join us for Ferragosto on Sunday, September 7th from 12-6pm (rain or shine) on Arthur Avenue at East 187th Street. For over 25 years, Ferragosto has brought together our valued customers, supporters, and neighbors in a lively festival atmosphere to share what we have to offer as a historic and culinary center that remains an […]

The Belmont 4 in Bronx Little Italy

We’re kicking off the season with the sweet sounds of doo-wop from Arthur Avenue’s own The Belmont 4! This talented acapella group will be serenading visitors as they stroll through the neighborhood and pop into your favorite eateries. Catch them live: May 31, Saturdays in June, July 12 & 26, August 9 & 23, September […]

Our Lady of Mount Carmel Feast Celebrations 2025

Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church will be hosting various celebrations in honor of Our Lady of Mount Carmel, including: Novena to Our Lady of Mt. Carmel, Holy Mass in Honor of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel, a Procession, Community Gathering, and a Movie Evening, all are welcome to attend.

2025 National Night Out

National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign hosted by the NYPD that promotes police-community partnerships to help make our neighborhoods safer, more caring places to live. It seeks to strengthen the relationship between neighbors and law enforcement, fostering a true sense of community. Enjoy an evening of activities for kids, free food, and resources […]

The Feast of Saint Anthony

Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church will host the Feast of Saint Anthony in the heart of Bronx Little Italy from June 11 – June 15, 2025. Enjoy live music, entertainment,amusements, rides and delicious eats! On Friday, June 13th, there will be Holy Mass in Honor of Saint Anthony, on Saturday, June 14th, there will […]

World Cup Qualifier Watch Party

World Cup Qualifier Watch Party Albania vs Serbia Saturday, June 7 at 2:30PM Adams Pl at Crescent Ave Free & Open to the Public Support local! Grab a bite from nearby eateries before, during & after the match!

2025 NYC Small Business Month Expo

The NYC Department of Small Business Services (SBS) is hosting the 2025 NYC Small Business Month Expo in honor NYC Small Business Month this May! Small business owners of all stages, industries, and boroughs will be able to access free services from 100+ city programs, agencies, and partners in one place, including: Faster city permits […]

4th Annual Gjergj Kastrioti Skenderbeu Fair

The Gjergj Kastrioti Skenderbeu Fair returns for its fourth year. Celebrate Albanian tradition and culture with music, dancing, performances, food, games and more. For more information contact 347-398-6161 or skenderbeufair@gmail.com

Padre Pio Relics Visit

Padre Pio Relics Visit at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church on Saturday, May 3, 2025 11am-7pm. Holy Mass: 12pm & 5pm Eucharistic Adoration Holy Rosary Divine Mercy Chaplet

Bronx Bound: 5K Run/Walk

Join the Saint Ignatius School community for the 2nd Annual Bronx Bound 5K Run/Walk, taking place at Fordham University – Rose Hill Campus, as they mark 30 years of tuition-free, Catholic education in the South Bronx! Whether you’re a student, alumni, faculty, staff, family member, supporter, or community partner, lace up your sneakers and run […]

Fordham College Alumni Association Team Trivia Night

Calling All Fordham Alumni & Friends for Team Trivia Hosted by NPR’s George Bodarky (FCRH ’93). Join Fordham College Alumni Association to test your knowledge while getting together with fellow Fordham alumni over dinner at Ann & Tony’s on Arthur Ave. Come with a team, or on your own and join a group. (Teams can […]

Savor The Bronx Restaurant Week

Savor The Bronx Restaurant Week is a 6-day event offering food lovers an opportunity to discover new eateries in the borough and enjoy a meal at a discounted rate. Savor The Bronx Restaurant Week is produced by The Bronx Tourism Council and runs February 18-23rd. Bronx Little Italy participating establishments include: Antonio’s Trattoria, Bronx Beer […]

Bronx Little Italy Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony

The Belmont BID welcomes the return of the Holiday Season with its annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony! Join us on Saturday, December 7th in Ciccarone Park from 4-6 p.m. All are welcome to meet Santa, sing Christmas carols, and enjoy Italian cookies and hot chocolate from our local small businesses. In partnership with the Children’s […]

Christmas Festivities

The Holiday Season is a wonderful time to visit Bronx Little Italy! Dine at our exquisite eateries, shop for Italian delicacies, and browse through a variety of gifts for everyone on your list. Enjoy all the neighborhood has to offer and don’t forget to look up at our dazzling holiday light displays. Throughout the month […]

Italian Heritage Month Celebration

Italian American Heritage and Culture Month is a wonderful time to visit the Bronx’s Little Italy and immerse yourself in its rich history and abundance of Italian-American businesses. Eat, shop, and enjoy all that the neighborhood has to offer! Check out the live musical performance by Pane E Cioccolato at the Columbus Day Celebration. The […]

Ferragosto 2024

Join us for Ferragosto on Sunday, September 8th from 12-6pm (rain or shine) on Arthur Avenue at East 187th Street. Ferragosto is a way to convene our customers and supporters in a festival-like atmosphere and share what we have to offer as an authentic Little Italy. It’s a day filled with rich culture, delicious food, […]

UEFA EURO2024 Watch Party 7/9/24 & 7/10/24

Join us for UEFA EURO2024 Watch Parties for the semi-finals! Spain vs France on Tuesday, July 9th and Netherlands vs England on Wednesday, June 10th on Adams Pl at Crescent Ave. The games will air on an outdoor 12 foot TV and tables and chairs will be set up so you can pick up your […]

UEFA EURO2024 Watch Party 6/24/24

Join us for a UEFA EURO2024 Watch Party Albania vs Spain and Croatia vs Italy on Monday, June 24th on Adams Pl at Crescent Ave. The 3pm games will air on outdoor 12 foot TV’s and chairs will be set up so you can pick up your favorite local eats to enjoy during the games!

EURO2024 Watch Party Italy vs Albania 6/15/24

Join us for a UEFA EURO2024 Watch Party Italy vs Albania on Saturday, June 15th on Crescent Ave at Adams Pl. The 3pm game will air on an outdoor 12 foot TV and chairs will be set up so you can pick up your favorite local eats to enjoy during the game!

The Belmont 4 in The Bronx Little Italy 2024

Arthur Avenue’s own “The Belmont 4” are set to return to the neighborhood to sing your favorite doo-wop tunes and classic hits! The acapella group will be strolling up and down our bustling streets and going in and out of local eateries to sing to visitors and guests. Catch them in the neighborhood 6:30-8:30pm Fri […]

The Feast of Saint Anthony

Come celebrate the Feast of Saint Anthony in the heart of Bronx Little Italy from June 5 – June 9, 2024. Enjoy live music, entertainment, rides and the best food anywhere!

NYC Small Business Month Expo

The NYC Department of Small Business Services (SBS) is very excited to celebrate NYC Small Business Month this May! This year’s signature event will be the first-ever NYC Small Business Month Expo on Wednesday, May 29th from 9am-3pm at Pier 36 in Manhattan. Small business owners of all stages, industries, and boroughs will be able to access […]

3rd Annual Gjergj Kastrioti Skenderbeu Fair

Celebrate Albanian traditions and culture, entertainment, food, games and much more for all ages! Sponsorship and vendor opportunities available. For more information contact 347-398-6161 or skenderbeufair@gmail.com

Coffee with a Cop

The Belmont BID has proudly partnered with the NYPD 48th Precinct to host “Coffee with a Cop” on Tuesday, May 7th from 10-11am at Prince Coffee House. All members of the community are invited to this free event to meet one-on-one with Community Affairs and Crime Prevention Officers to ask questions, share concerns about the […]

Alzheimer’s and Wellness Health Fair

CaringKind, MJHS Health System, and Montefiore Medical Center invite you to this FREE community health event to raise awareness of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia, promote healthy living, and provide community resources. For more information, contact Dante Tipiani (646-744-2921, dtipiani@caringkindnyc.org) or Rosie Bernard (917-648-3477, robernar@mjhs.org).

An Evening with Dion

Dion will return to Fordham University, where he received an honorary degree in 2013, to talk about his Bronx roots, the beginnings of his music career with the founding of Dion and the Belmonts, his rich and ongoing contributions to American popular music, and his spiritual journey from the Catholicism of his youth to a […]

Bronx Arts Ensemble Orchestra and Courtney’s Stars of Tomorrow

Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church hosts the Bronx Arts Ensemble Orchestra and Courtney’s Stars of Tomorrow on Saturday, April 20th at 8 pm. They’ll be  performing Mozart’s Coronation Mass, Giuseppe Verdi’s Ave Maria, Pietro Mascagni’s Regina Coeli (Easter Hymn from Cavalleria Rusticana), and more. This event is free and open to the public.

NYBG Orchid Show

NYBG presents The Orchid Show: Florals in Fashion from February 17-April 21, 2024. See the beautiful orchid-inspired exhibition by floral designers, have a night out with Orchid Nights, meet the designers and experts, or take orchid classes. This event is a perfect complement to a full day spent shopping and dining in Bronx Little Italy. […]

Live Nativity: A Night in Bethlehem

Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church is pleased to present a Live Nativity: A Night in Bethlehem as a Christmas gift to the Parish community. Experience the story of Christ’s birth by seeing the manger scene and listening to Christmas carols set up outside of the Church.

Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church Activities

Join Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church as they celebrate this joyous season. They will have a Live Nativity “A Night in Bethlehem” on Friday, December 20th and Saturday, December 21st 10am-7pm. Advent Lessons & Carols A Service of Music and Readings for Advents: Saturday, December 21 6:45pm Christmas Mass Schedule: Christmas Eve: 11:15pm – […]

3 Egg Creams – A Rhapsody in the Rain

A great play and Italian feast awaits! Enjoy dinner, drinks, and dessert along with the one-man show, 3 Egg Creams, A Rhapsody in the Rain, on Thursday, December 7th at Pasquale’s Rigoletto. One man’s lessons in Life, Loss & Love with 1 actor, 9 characters, all in 75 minutes. Happy Hour: 5pm, Dinner: 6:30pm, Show: […]

Christmas Festivities

The Holiday Season is a wonderful time to visit Bronx Little Italy! Dine at our delectable eateries, shop for gourmet Italian delicacies, and browse through a variety of gifts for everyone on your list. While you’re in the neighborhood under our dazzling holiday light displays, you’ll likely come across The Jolly Holidays, Traditional Victorian Dickens-inspired […]

Bronx Little Italy Tree Lighting Ceremony

The Belmont BID welcomes the return of the Holiday season with its annual Christmas Tree lighting ceremony! Join us on Saturday, December 2nd in Ciccarone Park from 4-6 p.m. All are welcome to meet Santa, sing Christmas carols, and enjoy Italian cookies and rich hot chocolate. In partnership with the Children’s Cancer Society of America, […]

Joseph Migliucci Street Co-Naming Ceremony

Join us as the Belmont BID hosts a street co-naming ceremony in honor of the late Joseph Migliucci, a legend in the Bronx Little Italy community and longtime owner of Mario’s Restaurant, which celebrated its 100th anniversary in 2019. The ceremony will place on Thursday, November 16, 2023 at 11:00 AM on East 184th Street […]

Italian Heritage Month Celebration!

Italian American Heritage and Culture Month is a wonderful time to visit Bronx Little Italy and immerse yourself in its rich history and abundance of Italian-American businesses. Eat, shop and enjoy all that the neighborhood has to offer! Check out the live musical performance by Pane E Cioccolato at the Columbus Day Celebration. The nostalgic […]

Ferragosto 2023

Join us for Ferragosto on Sunday, September 10th from 12-6pm (rain or shine) on Arthur Avenue at East 187th Street. Ferragosto is a way to convene our customers and supporters in a festival-like atmosphere and share what we have to offer as an authentic Little Italy. It’s a day filled with rich culture, delicious food, […]

Our Lady of Mount Carmel Celebrations

Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church will be hosting Novena to Our Lady of Mt. Carmel on July 7th – 15th. On July 16th, there will be a Holy Mass in honor of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel, followed by a procession throughout the community, and a community gathering.

The Belmont 4 in Bronx Little Italy 2023

Arthur Avenue’s own “The Belmont 4” are set to return to the neighborhood to sing your favorite doo-wop tunes and classic hits! The acapella group will be strolling up and down our bustling streets and going in and out of local eateries to sing to visitors and guests. Catch them in the neighborhood 6:30-8:30pm 5/19, […]

The Feast of Saint Anthony 2023

Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church presents The Feast of Saint Anthony. The Feast will take place Wednesday, June 7 – Sunday, June 11, and feature live music, food, amusements, and rides. On Sunday, June 11th there will be a Trilingual Mass and Saint Anthony & Corpus Christi Procession.  For more information call 718-295-3770 or […]

Michele “Mike” Greco Street Co-Naming Ceremony

Join the community for a street co-naming ceremony on Hughes Ave at Crescent Ave honoring Michele “Mike” Greco, the legendary owner and chef of the famous Mike’s Deli located in the Arthur Avenue Retail Market. For over 60 years, Mike took pride in the deli and the quality and consistency of its products. Upon Mike’s […]

Gjergj Kastrioti Skenderbeu Fair

Celebrate Albanian traditions and culture, and enjoy entertainment, food, games, and much more at the 2nd Annual Skenderbeu Fair. The festival is in honor of Gjergj Kastrioti Skenderbeu, an Albanian Commander during the 15th Century, and celebrates the strong relationship between Albanians and Italians pervades throughout our community.

Monsignor Ruvo Street Co-Naming Ceremony

Join us for a ceremony to celebrate the co-naming on Belmont Avenue at East 187th St in honor of Monsignor John A. Ruvo, pastor at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church for more than 24 years, and prolific member the Bronx Little Italy community. The renaming of the street will be a remembrance of a […]

Bronx Little Italy Discounts for Fordham University

The Bronx Little Italy neighborhood is grateful for the Fordham University community! They have been a great and supportive partner and the Belmont BID is honored to share these discounts for students & staff on behalf of our small businesses. Valid for Fordham University students and staff with valid ID at participating establishments Monday – […]

Christmas Festivities

The Holiday Season is a wonderful time to visit Bronx Little Italy! Dine at our delectable eateries, shop for gourmet Italian delicacies, and browse through a variety of gifts for everyone on your list. While you’re in the neighborhood under our dazzling holiday light displays, you’ll likely come across The Jolly Holidays, a victorian group, […]

Visita della Madonna del Pilerio

During the 11am mass on Sunday, December 18th, a group from the Cathedral in Cosenza in the Calabria Region of Italy will gift Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church an icon of Madonna del Pilerio. Madonna del Pilerio is the patroness of the Cathedral; The Cathedral in Cosenza is celebrating its 800th anniversary!

Bronx Little Italy Tree Lighting Ceremony

The Belmont BID welcomes the return of the Holiday season with its annual Christmas Tree lighting ceremony! Join us on Saturday, December 3rd in Ciccarone Park from 4-6 p.m. All are welcome to meet Santa, sing Christmas carols, and enjoy Italian cookies and rich hot chocolate. In partnership with Love Holds Life Children’s Cancer Foundation, […]

Church of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Thanksgiving Food Drive

The Church of Our Lady of Mount Carmel is hosting a Thanksgiving Food Drive for the many families in the parish that are struggling this holiday season. The Church will be accepting financial donations and donations of non-perishable foods on Monday, November 21st.

Fordham University Campus Ministry Health Fair

Fordham University’s Office of Campus Ministry, in partnership with SBH Health System, BronxCare Health System, Part of the Solution, and several nonprofit organizations and community groups, will be hosting a Free Health Fair on Sunday, November 6, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church. There will be free flu […]

Italian Heritage & Christopher Columbus Celebration!

Join us in Bronx Little Italy to celebrate Italian heritage and Christopher Columbus on Monday, October 10th. Enjoy a live musical performance by “Pane E Cioccolato” on East 186th Street from 12:30-3:30pm. Shop and dine in our authentic neighborhood full of artisan food shops, retail merchants, and world class restaurants.

Ferragosto 2022

Join us for Ferragosto in our world famous neighborhood on Sunday, September 11th from 12-6pm. Ferragosto is a way to convene our customers and supporters in a festival-like atmosphere and share what we have to offer as an authentic Little Italy. It’s a day filled with rich culture, delicious food, amusing entertainment, live musical performances […]

Piazza di Belmont

In its third year and back by popular demand, Piazza di Belmont will return to Bronx Little Italy on Sundays for al fresco dining. Arthur Ave will turn into a culinary oasis and be closed to vehicular traffic from East 186th St to Crescent Ave from 3pm to 9pm on Sundays through September 25th. “The […]

NYPD National Night Out 2022

The 48th Precinct’s National Night Out will take place on August 2, 2022, from 5 PM – 8 PM on Crescent Avenue between Arthur Avenue and Hughes Avenue. Come enjoy an evening of activities for kids, food, and resources for the community.

Feast of Saint Anthony 2022

Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church presents The Feast of Saint Anthony. The Feast will take place Wednesday, June 8 – Sunday, June 12, and feature live music and entertainment, food, amusements, and rides. Additionally, devotions and blessing with Saint Anthony relic on Sunday, June 12 at 5pm, and a Mass in honor of Saint […]

Street Co-Naming Ceremony & Fair in Honor of Gjergj Kastrioti Skenderbeu

A street co-naming ceremony and fair will be held on Crescent Ave at Arthur Ave in honor of Gjergj Kastrioti Skenderbeu, Albanian Commander during the 15th Century, and to Celebrate Albanian Culture with a Festive Fair. The event will celebrate the neighborhood’s Albanian History, and connections with the Italian American community. The fair will feature […]

Memorial Mass

A Memorial Mass will be held for Tonino Sementilli at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church on Saturday, December 4th at 10:30am. Tonino Sementilli, owner of Amato Pharmacy, cared deeply about the welfare of our neighborhood. He was actively involved in local civil initiatives and was passionate about helping the youth of our community. Over […]

Bronx Little Italy Tree Lighting Ceremony on Small Business Saturday

The Belmont BID welcomes the return of the Holiday season with its annual tree lighting ceremony. Join us on Small Business Saturday, November 27 in Ciccarone Park from 4 -6 p.m. Everyone is welcome to attend, as we will be singing Christmas carols while eating Italian cookies and drinking hot chocolate. Children will also be […]

Italian Heritage Celebration

Join us in Bronx Little Italy to celebrate Italian heritage on Monday, October 11th. Enjoy live performances from “The Belmont 4” in D’Auria Murphy Triangle from 12-3pm and “Pane E Cioccolato” on East 186th Street from 1-4pm. Explore our deliciously authentic neighborhood full of century old artisan food shops, retail, and world class restaurants.

Paulie’s Push

As tribute to flight attendants and crew members killed in the September 11th attacks, former flight attendant Paul “Paulie” Venuto will push an Airline Beverage Cart from Boston Logan Airport to Ground Zero, NYC. The Belmont BID is honored to welcome Paulie as he makes a stop on Arthur Avenue as part of his 200-mile […]

Ferragosto 2021

The Belmont BID plans to welcome back visitors and host Ferragosto in our world famous neighborhood on Sunday, September 12th from 12-6pm. Ferragosto is a way to convene our customers and supporters in a festival-like atmosphere and share what we have to offer as an authentic Little Italy. It’s a day filled with rich culture, […]

The Belmont 4 at Piazza di Belmont

Piazza di Belmont

Bronx Little Italy is thrilled to welcome you back to Piazza di Belmont, the piazza-style al fresco dining plan. Beginning Friday, April 30th through the fall, Piazza di Belmont will welcome visitors back to our outdoor dining weekend plan on Arthur Avenue which will be closed to vehicular traffic from East 188th Street to Crescent […]

Our Lady of Mount Carmel Celebrations

Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church will host a variety of celebrations in honor of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel from July 9th through July 18th. On Sunday, July 18th, Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Feast Day will include a block party on Belmont Ave at East 187th St with food, entertainment, and games.

UEFA EURO 2020 Watch Party

Tony Morante Book Signing

The Feast of Saint Anthony

New York Pizza Festival Home Edition

The New York Pizza Festival: Home Edition will a virtual national, star-studded, 2-day event showcasing the talents of the most renowned US Pizza Makers, Chefs, and culinary personalities! Join our community of passionate pizza lovers and accomplished pizza pros! It will be a weekend full of educational and fun content for all involved! Like the […]

Christmas in Bronx Little Italy

It’s the most wonderful time of the year in Bronx Little Italy, and we have lots of ways for visitors to find holiday cheer! The Jolly Holidays, Victorian inspired acapella carolers, will be in the neighborhood singing your favorite holiday tunes Thursdays and weekend evenings leading up to Christmas. Enjoy an authentic meal and complete […]

NYBG Bronx Neighbors Program

The BID is proud to share that the New York Botanical Garden is thrilled to host its Bronx Neighbors with complimentary Garden tickets as new colors and textures emerge across their 250 acres. Explore dazzling dahlias, mauve asters, and the changing leaves of the Native Plant Garden in fall. Bring the whole family to experience […]

Free COVID-19 Testing

Essen Health Care will be providing free COVID-19 testing (nasal swab) and antibody testing to members of the community on Wednesday, August 5th and Wednesday, August 9th from 9am-2pm. No appointment necessary, please bring a photo ID. For further information, please call Essen Health Care 646-350-1625.

Piazza di Belmont

Bronx Little Italy is thrilled to welcome you to Piazza di Belmont! A charming open space, reminiscent of Italy, where pedestrians can stroll through Arthur Avenue for outdoor dining. Piazza di Belmont is on Arthur Avenue from East 188th Street to Crescent Avenue. On Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays these streets will be closed to vehicular […]

Little Italy in the Bronx Restaurant Week

From February 3 to 13, 2020, Family-Owned and Operated Italian Restaurants on the Historic Arthur Avenue Welcome Visitors to the Bronx for the Inaugural Little Italy in the Bronx Restaurant Week. Diners can enjoy a three-course prix-fixe lunch for $20 and a three-course prix-fixe dinner for $30 excluding gratuity, tax, and alcohol, or various value-added […]

J.S. Bach Magnificat Holiday Concert

Schiller Institute NYC Chorus Presents J.S. Bach Magnificat Holiday Concert at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church on Saturday, December 7th. Reception to follow. For more information and tickets: 347-657-3704 SI NYC Chorus

Tree Lighting Ceremony

Join us for our annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony with special guest Chazz Palminteri on Small Business Saturday! Celebrate the holidays with us, and enjoy holiday music as you indulge in Italian cookies and hot chocolate. Santa Claus will also be in from the North Pole! We’re thrilled to have a toy giveaway this year. […]

Columbus Day Festivities

New York Pizza Festival

Returning for its second year, the annual New York Pizza Festival, hosted by The Belmont Business Improvement District (BID) and the Pizza Academy Foundation, will take place on Crescent Avenue in the historic Little Italy of The Bronx on October 5th and 6th, 2019. Over 25 participating pizzaioli will feature different styles of pizza from […]

Ferragosto 2019

The Belmont BID is set to host its annual FERRAGOSTO festival that draws thousands of visitors from the tri-state area and beyond to the intersection of all-things-Italian at world-famous Arthur Avenue and East 187th Street on Sunday, September 8, 2019! This ancient Roman festival dates back to 18 B.C. when the gathering was created in […]

ACF Fiorentina Pep Rally

On Sunday, July 21st at 12:30pm the Belmont BID is set to host a “Pep Rally” at the Arthur Ave Retail Market welcoming ACF Fiorentina and new proud owner Rocco Commisso, in advance of their final USA International Champions Cup game at the Red Bull Arena in Harrison, NJ on 7/24. The visit is also […]

Summer Reading Block Party

Join the Belmont Library for their Summer Reading Block Party! On Saturday, June 15th from 11am – 3pm there will be fun games and crafts to participate in and snacks and prizes to enjoy! There will also be a special performance by Annette Lipson called Terrestrial Tina’s Tales:Through Space and Beyond! For more information please […]

Picture A Healthier You!

We’re so excited to partner with SBH Health System for this free street fair with healthy activities! Join us to learn about living a healthy lifestyle, and participate in free health screenings. There will also be special events for seniors! Thank you to Council Member Ritchie Torres, NYC DOT, and of course SBH Health Systems […]

May at the Belmont Library

Spring Concert

April at the Belmont Library

For children we are having a special performer come into the Library on Wednesday, April 17th from 3:30-4:30pm for our Jungle Explorers show. As well as a Spring Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 20th starting at 1pm. For teens we have a new Tech Club that runs every Tuesday at 4pm. And lastly for adults […]

Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church Annual St. Joseph Pasta Social

Tree Lighting Ceremony

Join us for our annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony on Saturday, December 1st from 4-6pm at Ciccarone Park! Celebrate the holidays with us and listen to holiday music as you enjoy Italian cookies and hot chocolate. Santa will also be stopping by! Our Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony is sponsored by Artuso Pastry Shop, Cerini Coffee […]

Small Business Saturday

All day on November 24, we will be celebrating Small Business Saturday! Once Thanksgiving is over, it’s time to start shopping for the holidays. Bring your friends and family to Little Italy in the Bronx and Shop Small with us on Arthur Avenue. Not only will you find all the goodies you need, you will […]

Columbus Day Festivities

Spend Columbus Day, Monday, October 8th, on Arthur Avenue! Explore all the food, culture, and specialty products that make up our unique neighborhood. From 12-3pm, RockSteady will be putting on an unforgettable performance. Tables and chairs will be set up so bring on over a sandwich, cannoli, and enjoy the show! There will also be […]

New York Pizza Festival

Set in the famed Little Italy of The Bronx, the first annual New York Pizza Festival is hitting Crescent Avenue on October 6th & 7th. Hosted by the Belmont Business Improvement District, this two-day event will showcase the talents of the most renowned pizza makers, chefs and culinary personalities the United States has to offer […]

Ferragosto 2018

The Belmont BID is set to host its annual FERRAGOSTO festival that draws thousands of visitors from the tri-state area and beyond to the intersection of all-things-Italian at world-famous Arthur Avenue and East 187th Street on Sunday, September 9, 2018. This ancient Roman festival dates back to 18 B.C. when the gathering was created in […]

Summer Concert Series

Join us for our Summer Concert Series! Fridays in July, Saturdays in August from 12-3pm at East 186th Street at Arthur Avenue. Each week there will be free live entertainment from a new band as well as activities like coloring for kids and cornhole for adults. Tables and chairs will be set up so bring […]

Bronx Night Market

Bronx Night Market is a global food celebration happening at Fordham Plaza on Saturday, June 30th from 4pm-9pm. It’s a festival of food, craft beverages, and music that celebrates the global community within our city. We’re very pleased to share that from Bronx Little Italy, Arthur Avenue Fiasco, the Bronx Beer Hall, La Cantina Wine, […]

NYBG Farmers Market

Every Wednesday from June 13 – October 31, the NYBG will host a Farmers Market. Come to the Tulip Tree Allée by the Mosholu Entrance at the Garden to purchase locally grown produce, fresh baked goods, and other wholesome delights from New York State and beyond. Talk to the farmers to learn more about the […]

The Feast of St Anthony

Our Lady of Mt Carmel Church presents the 112th Annual Feast in honor of St. Anthony. The Feast will take place Wednesday, June 13 – Sunday, June 17. The procession will occur Sunday, June 17 at 5pm. The Feast will have rides, games, and raffles, and of course delicious food. There will also be live […]

2018 Events

Westchester Magazine’s Wine & Food Festival – Grand Tasting Village

Westchester Magazine will host their annual Wine & Food Festival June 5-10th. Bronx Little Italy is excited to share that we will be attending the Grand Tasting Village event on Saturday, June 9th at the Kensico Dam Plaza. We will be offering a tasting of the neighborhood which will include the finest meats, delicious cheeses, […]

Picture a Healthier You! Health Fair

In partnership with SBH Health System and Councilman Ritchie Torres’ Office, the “Picture a Healthier You” Health Fair will be held on Sunday, June 3rd from 11am-3pm, on Crescent Avenue between Adams Place & Arthur Avenue.  This free street fair is an event for the whole family and will provide attendees with the opportunity to participate […]

Luconi NYC 1 Year Anniversary

Luconi NYC is so excited about their one year anniversary coming up and they’re planning a celebration for all! Stop by the pizzeria on Saturday, June 2nd from 2-8pm for music, prizes, samples and more! For more information please call Luconi NYC at 718-676-0074.

A Night in the Bronx on Arthur Avenue

Bronx Catholic Schools invite you to join them at the famous Arthur Avenue Market for “A Night in the Bronx on Arthur Avenue” honoring David Greco, Jerome Raguso, and Sister Marguerite Torre on Wednesday, May 23, 2018 at 6:30 P.M. This fun event will feature special guest Joe Torre with live entertainment and Italian-American fare. […]

Tree Lighting Ceremony

Join us for our annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony on Saturday, December 2nd from 4-6pm at Ciccarone Park! Celebrate the holidays with us and listen to holiday music as you enjoy Italian cookies and hot chocolate. Santa will also be stopping by! Our Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony is sponsored by Artuso Pastry Shop, Cerini Coffee […]

Columbus Day Festivities

Spend Columbus Day on Arthur Avenue! Explore all the food, culture, specialty products, and wonderful people that make up our unique neighborhood. From 12-4pm Gene DiNapoli will be performing classic hits on East 186th Street at Arthur Avenue. Tables and chairs will be set up so bring on over a sandwich, cannoli, or cappuccino and […]

Ferragosto 2017

The Belmont BID is set to host its annual FERRAGOSTO festival that draws thousands of visitors from the tri-state area and beyond to the intersection of all-things-Italian at world-famous Arthur Avenue and East 187th Street on Sunday, September 10, 2017. This ancient Roman festival dates back to 18 B.C. when the gathering was created in […]

Jazz Saturdays on Arthur Avenue

We’re enthusiastic to about introducing Jazz Saturdays to the summer months. Each Saturday, a jazz band will perform on East 186th Street at Arthur Avenue to brighten up the neighborhood and provide lively entertainment. Some tables and chairs will also be set up so you have the opportunity to relax from the hustle and bustle. […]

3rd Annual Art Show

On, Saturday July 15th from 1:45-5PM the Belmont BID will host its 3rd annual art show! Join us for an afternoon filled with art from dozens of local artists and live entertainment. Come get inspired by the works of art that are on display and then shop and dine on world famous Arthur Avenue! The […]

Third Annual Car Show

Please be advised that the Bronx Little Italy Car Show scheduled for Sunday, July 9th has been cancelled. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. The Belmont Business Improvement District aims to hold high-quality events for the neighborhood and we felt we couldn’t guarantee that this year which lead to the events cancellation. If […]

The Feast of St. Anthony

Our Lady of Mt Carmel Church presents the 112th Annual Feast in honor of St. Anthony. The Feast will take place Wednesday, June 13 – Sunday, June 17. The procession will occur Sunday, June 17 at 5pm. The Feast will have rides, games, and raffles, and of course delicious food. There will also be live […]

“Picture a Healthier You” Health Fair

In partnership with SBH Health System, the “Picture a Healthier You” Health Fair will be held on Sunday, June 4th from 10am-2pm, on Crescent Avenue at Arthur Avenue.  This free street fair is an event for the whole family and will provide attendees with the opportunity to participate in free health screenings, fitness activities, a raffle […]

All Souls Remembrance Tree

The “All Souls Remembrance Tree” will be lit on Sunday, December 4th at 2:45pm at Our Lady Of Mount Carmel Church. All are invited to bring a picture or memorial card of a departed loved one to the office which will then be placed on the tree. Refreshments will be served at the event sponsored […]

Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony

Join us for our annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony on Saturday, December 3rd from 3-6pm at Ciccarone Park! Celebrate the holidays with us and listen to holiday music as you enjoy Italian cookies and hot chocolate. Santa will also be stopping by! Our Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony is sponsored by Artuso Pastry Shop, Cerini Coffee […]

Small Business Saturday

This year Small Business Saturday takes place on November 26th. It’s a day to celebrate the local businesses that help make a neighborhood great. Falling directly between Black Friday and Cyber Monday, traditionally two of the busiest shopping days of the year, the day encourages people to shop at small businesses on the Saturday after […]

Holiday Train Show

The Holiday Train Show is now open at the New York Botanical Garden. This year’s exhibition includes classic model trains and a display of some of the most beloved New York City landmarks. After you enjoy this traditional festivity, stop by the neighborhood for an exquisite holiday dinner or cozy up to a delightful cappuccino. […]

Bronx Little Italy 2016 Bocce Ball Tournament

Sunday, October 23rd 8AM – 4PM Join us for our first Bronx Little Italy Bocce Ball Tournament! We are so excited to have teams from the United States Bocce Federation compete in our very own Ciccarone Park. Join us from 8am-4pm as we root players on and celebrate Columbus Day. The event will be filled […]

Upcoming Events

Mark your calendars! These are the scheduled upcoming events taking place in Bronx Little Italy this year! More information to follow.

Ferragosto 2016

September 11th, 2016 – 12 to 6pm Parking available at Fordham University 685 E Fordham Road for $10 – there is a free shuttle to and from Arthur Avenue. The Belmont BID is set to host its annual FERRAGOSTO festival that draws thousands of visitors from the tri-state area and beyond to the intersection of […]

A Night in the Bronx on Arthur Avenue

A Night in the Bronx on Arthur Avenue will feature live entertainment and Italian-American fare. Proceeds will benefit the 28 elementary schools in the Bronx Catholic school region. The event will honor Susan George and the special guest is His Eminence Timothy Michael Cardinal Dolan. Tickets can be purchased at arthuravenue.eventbrite.com

9/11 Living Memorial Concerts in NYC

The Schiller Institute NYC Community Chorus will be participating in a series of performances of the Mozart Requiem, “Dedicated to All Victims of September 11, 2001 and Its Aftermath.”  The concerts are sponsored by The Foundation for the Revival of Classical Culture. “The time has come to end the scourge of war and terrorism.  This can only occur […]

Health Fair

Together with SBH Health System, the Belmont BID invites you to attend Picture a Healthier You.. a health fair with fun and healthy activities. Attendees can receive free health screenings,  watch cooking demos, and participate in yoga and zumba classes! There will also be activities for kids. For more information you can call 718-960-9158.

Marco Barone from Italy

The Enrico Fermi Cultural Committee of the Belmont Library Present Macro Barone from Italy! Marco Barone will be performing live Italian, Spanish and English music for all to enjoy!

Dance the Giglio

Dance the giglio on Saturday, June 11th as part of the Feast of St. Anthony in Bronx Little Italy. The Feast of St. Anthony runs from Wednesday, June 8th thru Sunday June 12th on East 187th Street at Arthur Avenue. For more information call 718-295-3770 Monday-Friday 9am-5pm. The ancient tradition of the giglio originated in […]

Bronx Little Italy’s Second Annual Art Show

On Saturday, June 11th, the Belmont BID will host its second annual Art Show. Spend the day in Bronx Little Italy and view different types of art from local artists, listen to live entertainment and shop and dine in the neighborhood. If you’re an artist and would like to have your work in the show […]

Italian Films at the Film Society of Lincoln Center

Italian Films at the Film Society of Lincoln Center: Our followers get a special discount for La Magnani playing until June 1st at the Film Society of Lincoln Center. An all-celluloid retrospective of the Academy Award-winning Italian powerhouse Anna Magnani, featuring essential films by Federico Fellini, Roberto Rossellini, George Cukor, Pier Paolo Pasolini, Sidney Lumet, […]

Bronx Little Italy’s Second Annual Car Show

*RAINDATE SUNDAY, MAY 15TH WILL BE USED* Get Ready, Get Set..Go! On Sunday, May 15th, the Belmont BID will host its second annual Car Show. Last year’s event was so much fun – we just had to do it again! The day will be filled with classic and exotic cars, trophies, music, food, prizes and […]

11th Annual Cinco De Mayo Celebration

Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. presents The Official Bronx Cinco de Mayo Event sponsored by C-Town. This free, family friendly event will feature will mariachi, free refreshments, a face painter and more! The celebration is on Crescent Avenue on Saturday, May 7th from 12-5pm.

Story Time at LuvLynn

On Sunday, January 17th from 3-7pm, News 12 The Bronx will be taping Story Time at LuvLynn for their very special broadcast. Story Time is an educational and fun experience that allows you to bond with your children and others parents in the community. If you are interested in reading to the children for the […]

The Jolly Holidays Visit Bronx Little Italy

The Jolly Holidays will be visiting Bronx Little Italy in December and spreading holiday cheer through their traditional caroling. The Jolly Holidays will be in the neighborhood December 11-13, from 7pm-9pm, December 17 from 7-9pm, December 18-20 from 6-8pm and December 22 & 23 from 6pm-8pm. The Jolly Holidays will be walking around the neighborhood […]

Santa Visits Bronx Little Italy

Santa and his elves will be visiting Bronx Little Italy and distributing candy canes throughout the neighborhood. Santa will be here from 11am – 4pm on December 5, 12 & 19. Santa and his elves will be walking around the neighborhood and making stops in Ciccarone Park as well as all of the businesses.

Bronx Little Italy Tree Lighting Ceremony

You are cordially invited to attend Bronx Little Italy’s Tree Lighting Ceremony! Come meet Santa and his elves, listen to live holiday music, enjoy Italian cookies and hot chocolate and of course light the Christmas Tree! This event is sponsored by New York City Council Member Ritchie Torres, Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. and […]

Christmas Tree Lighting

All Souls’ Remembrance Tree & Christmas Angel Tree

5th Annual Arthur Avenue Cigar Toy Drive

Arthur Avenue Cigars is hosting their 5th Annual Toy Drive! Feel free to drop off any new, unwrapped toy between now and December 22nd.

Bronx Little Italy Official Merchant Calendar

The 2016 Bronx Little Italy Official Merchant Calendar has been distributed throughout the neighborhood. If you would like your own digital copy please click here. The calendar is filled with neighborhood stories and pictures from some of your favorite local merchants!

Holiday Train Show at NYBG

Enchanting model trains zip through a display of 150 landmarks, each re-created with bark, leaves, and other natural materials. This year’s exhibition features 3,000 square feet of additional exhibition space, making room for dozens of new trains, bridges, and tracks; a captivating short film of the show’s behind-the-scenes magic; and a stunning multisensory finale of […]

Columbus Day Celebration

Euro Basketball

Ferragosto 2015

From 12 noon until 6:00pm, the Belmont section of the Bronx will host their annual FERRAGOSTO festival that draws thousands of visitors from the tri-state area and beyond to the intersection of all-things-Italian at world-famous Arthur Avenue and 187th Street on Sunday, September 13, 2015. This ancient Roman festival dates back to 18 B.C. when […]

Stepping Out on Arthur Avenue, A Community Health Fair Event

Come to Arthur Avenue on Sunday, July 26th for a community health fair put on by SBH Health System! The day will be fun filled with free activities like zumba and tai chi, health screenings, bouncy castle, theater skits and more! Of course the event wouldn’t be complete without the authentic products and services of […]

Bronx Little Italy Art Show

The Belmont Business Improvement District proudly presents Bronx Little Italy’s First Art Show! We are currently looking for artists who would like to participate in our event. The Art Show will take place on Arthur Avenue from East 187th Street to Crescent Avenue on Sunday, June 28 from 11am – 4pm. All artists are welcome […]

Dancing of the Giglio & The Feast of Saint Anthony

Belmont is bringing Italian tradition back to the Bronx with the “Dancing of the Giglio” in conjunction with the Feast of St. Anthony. The ancient tradition of the giglio originated in Nola, Italy in 409 A.D. and is still celebrated today. Belmont’s Feast of St. Anthony will be held nightly from Wednesday, June 10 through […]

Mayor of Napoli Visits Bronx Little Italy

On Saturday, June 6 Mayor of Napoli, Italy, Dott. Luigi De Magistris will be making a very special visit to Little Italy in the Bronx. Mayor De Magistris will arrive in the afternoon and be welcomed by a reception in the Arthur Avenue Retail Market hosted by Federazione Delle Associazioni Della Campania USA, Mike’s Deli […]

Consumed: The Real Restaurant Business

Arthur Avenue’s own Ann & Tony’s Restaurant will be featured on CNBC’S “Consumed: The Real Restaurant Business”. There’s nothing more glamorous than running a restaurant – but there’s also nothing more difficult. For restaurateurs trying to earn their piece of the pie, the New York food scene is a ruthless, cutthroat jungle where the stakes […]

Bronx Little Italy Car Show

The Belmont Business Improvement District proudly presents Bronx Little Italy’s First Car Show! Sponsored by New Rochelle Chevrolet and in association with Bronx Realist. The event will take place on Arthur Avenue from East 187th Street to Crescent Avenue on Sunday, May 3 from 11am – 4pm. The rain date will be Sunday, June 7. […]

Dinner With The Boys

The Belmont Business Improvement District is proud to offer our followers a special promotion for tickets to see “Dinner With The Boys” a killer comedy directed by Frank Megna and written by Dan Lauria. The comedy stars Ray Abruzzo, Dan Lauria and Richard Zavaglia. Dinner with the Boys is the deliciously hilarious new comedy. When […]