Feast of Saint Anthony
annually in June since 1904 hosted by St. Leo's parish |
Feast of Saint Gabriele
annually in August since 1928 hosted by St. Leo's parish |
PORTA LA FAMIGLIA - BRING THE FAMILY! Our 2-day street festival includes delicious Italian food and desserts, vino and Italian/domestic beer, booths packed with game wheels, local vendors, used books, and more! There's an indoor sit-down pasta dinner, indoor Bingo in the Little Italy Lodge, roving costumers, live stage music, and an exciting bocce tournament. After Saint Leo's 9:30 am Mass on Sunday, a traditional street procession happens, with the statue of Saint Anthony or Saint Gabriele, a marching band, Knights of Columbus Color Guard, and the singing of the Italian and American national anthems. Watch the annual Roma Sausage-eating contest onstage and take a selfie with the handsome Roman gladiators!
STAGE ACTIVITIES
a giant tent offers shaded tables & seating
live music
sausage-eating contest
Saint Leo's hosts its traditional food stands:
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FESTIVAL VENDORS: Businesses and individuals with products to sell (especially Italian-related products - however, it is not a criteria) are invited to participate in Saint Leo's summer Italian festivals. Hours are Saturday & Sunday 11am-7pm (no vendors Friday evening). Vendors must stay until festival closes on both days. Booth size is 10 X 10 for a $300 donation to Saint Leo Church.
VOLUNTEERS: Many hands and smiles are needed to pull off a successful street festival! We depend on YOU! ATTENTION STUDENTS - Earn service hours! Can you donate some time to Saint Leo's Church as a festival volunteer? Email Roy Sambuchino.
VOLUNTEERS: Many hands and smiles are needed to pull off a successful street festival! We depend on YOU! ATTENTION STUDENTS - Earn service hours! Can you donate some time to Saint Leo's Church as a festival volunteer? Email Roy Sambuchino.