Photo Gallery: St. Agrippina’s Feast Opening

108th Annual Fisherman’s Feast [Photo Gallery]

The 108th Fisherman’s Feast continued the tradition of the North End’s oldest running Italian festival. The celebration honors Madonna Del Soccorso Di Sciacca. Opening night featured the Blessing of the Fishing Waters and the feast ended with the famous aerial grand finale, Flight of the Angel. Photos by Matt Conti.

Saint Agrippina’s Feast Opens! Children’s Procession, Brothers Walk, Viva! [Photo Gallery]

Opening night at the Feast of Saint Agrippina di Mineo on August 4th marked the start of the big 2016 feasts in Boston’s North End. After a dedication, blessing and unveiling, the children’s procession led the way on Hanover Street followed by the large statue of Saint Agrippina to the Greenway before returning to her new weekend feast chapel. To carry Read More…

Reader Poll: What’s Your Favorite Part of the North End Feasts?

With the big centennial St. Anthony’s Feast coming up this weekend, the neighborhood is abuzz with excitement and preparations! People from near and far visit Boston’s North End during the summer months to take part in the many Italian feasts that often feature live music, food stalls, games and processions through the streets. What’s your Read More…