17-05-2025
Feast of Saint Sebastian begins in Middletown
MIDDLETOWN, Conn. (WTNH) — Friday night kicked off the first night of the 'Feast of Saint Sebastian' in Middletown.
The event runs through Sunday night and will feature tons of food and feast started back in 1921 by a group of Italian Catholics, and has made its way to East Court Street in Middletown, which is identified as Middletown's Italian commercial hub.
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Organizers spoke to News8 to explain the appeal of the event.
'Just come down and enjoy this great event. There's some great food, great music to listen to,' Feast of Saint Sebastian Co-chairman Mario Mazzotta said. 'Come enjoy the great weather, and just say hello to us and give a great pair to St. Sebastian.'
According to the U.S. census, Connecticut is the most Italian state in the nation.
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