June 10, 2016

A Look at the 2016 Festa di San Vito Martire in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn

Viva San Vito!
Photos by New York Scugnizzo
I want to thank President Dom Quartara and all the members of the Congrega San Vito di Ciminna for their warmth and hospitality. As always, I had a terrific time and look forward to celebrating with you again next year. Viva San Vito!
A close-up of the dogs
The celebration starts inside the clubhouse
The color guard beams with pride
(Above and below) The procession saunters down 18th Avenue
A good time was had by all
The Giglio Band
The statue is brought into St. Dominic's Church
San Vito's relic on the altar
After Mass participants take a group picture
(Above and below) Members carry the saint back to the clubhouse
After the procession there were some fireworks
Celebrants pose with their beloved patron
We enjoyed a terrific barbecue with all the fixings
Needless to say, there was enough food to feed a small army