129th GIGLIO ITALIAN FEAST Spectacular Will Kick Off at Brooklyn's Our Lady of Mount Carmel, Williamsburg

World-class Festival kicks off July 6th featuring a 5-story magnificent tower with Neapolitan Saint and brass band carried on the shoulders of 125 men.

A spectacular Italian Festival kicking off July 6^th in Brooklyn honoring Saint Paolino has it all: faith, food, music, neighborhood pride, history, colorful cultural celebrations and international visitors.

Neapolitan immigrants from Italy settled in Williamsburg long ago and brought a beautiful tradition to the streets of Brooklyn with the first 'Giglio' (Italian for "lily") festival in 1903.

During the 12-day extravaganza, a five-story, spectacular, hand-created tower featuring Saint Paolino's statue and a 12-piece brass band playing on a platform, is carried on the sturdy shoulders of a 125-man platoon through the Williamsburg streets.

Music, muscles, parades, artwork, tempting treats, children's rides and Catholic Masses in several languages make up the wide array of activities and attractions during the spectacular Italian festivities - promising a memorable experience for every visitor.

A re-enactment of the Neapolitan St. Paolino's release from captivity includes an ornate, custom-made ship docking with the Giglio tower on the Brooklyn streets, providing a Broadway show caliber spectacle!

The great appeal to many, including those who have attended the Giglio for decades, are the Italian-themed souvenirs, the tasty Italian delicacies including seafood, zeppoles and braciola, and kiddie rides for the youngsters.

WHO:               Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church

WHAT:             129th Giglio Italian Feast Spectacular

WHEN:             July 6^th - July 17^th, Monday - Friday:  6 p.m. to 11 p.m., Saturdays: 6 p.m. to Midnight, Sundays:  12 Noon to 11 p.m. 

WHAT:             129^th Giglio Italian Feast Spectacular

WHERE:           275 North 8th Street at Havemeyer Street, Williamsburg, Brooklyn 11211