Every year, Boston’s North End celebrates the feast of Saint Anthony of Padua during the last weekend of August. This is a traditional event that dates back to the early 20th century. In this period, large amounts of Italians immigrated to the United States and settled in the northeast, in Boston. The North End in Boston, MA, quickly became the new home to the immigrated Italians!
Upon immigrating to the United States, the Italians brought their traditions and customs that they celebrated in their homeland, Italy. During the early 1900s, Italians established a nonprofit religious and cultural organization dedicated to honoring St. Anthony of Padua. Over the years, this wonderful tradition has continued on.
The St. Anthony’s Feast in Boston’s Little Italy is the largest Italian religious festival in New England. You do not want to miss out on the tradition known as the “Feast of all Feasts”! Be sure to plan your trip into the North End to celebrate.
St. Anthony’s Feast
At the end of August, on the dates, Thursday, August 26, 2021 – Sunday, August 29, 2021, the St. Anthony’s feast will be occurring in traditional fashion! Add the feast to your calendar and enjoy the colorful parades, religious services, singers, live entertainment, and of course, a mouthwatering selection of Italian American food! If you’re planning ahead, you can check out the schedule of events online, or you can arrive in the North End ready to spontaneously enjoy your time. End your summer the right way with a traditional Italian feast; there’s nothing better!
Things to do at the Feast
At St. Anthony’s Feast, there are many things to do while celebrating on Endicott, Thacher, and North Margin Streets! The opening ceremonies take place on Friday evening; during this ceremony, the exposition and blessing of the Saint Anthony statue with members, devotees, and the streets of the North End. The North End is bustling with people, music, food, and more throughout the celebratory weekend!
Spend the last weekend of August the right way at the largest Italian feast in New England! Enjoy the celebrations with friends, family, and those in the North End streets with all of the live entertainment from bands, singers, games, etc., along with endless amounts of mouthwatering food provided from beloved local restaurants! You can also spend your time dining and celebrating at the North End’s best restaurants. This is a weekend to spend in the North End, head to the Saint Anthony’s Feast in Boston’s North End this summer!
Join us at Strega North End
Plan your visit to Boston’s Little Italy at Strega to dine with us during your trip to St. Anthony’s Feast! We’re serving up delectable Italian classics and more that you don’t want to miss. Celebrate the St. Anthony’s Feast with our team. Please take a look at our menu to view our delicious dishes! Make your reservation today or call us at (617) 523-8481!
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