How Do You Celebrate The Feast Of The Assumption?
The Feast of the Assumption is a Roman Catholic high holy day that celebrates Mary’s journey into heaven at the end of her life. The day, August 15, is marked by church services, communion, parades and festivals in several cities around the world. Attend mass. The Feast of the Assumption is first a religious occasion. All celebrations begin with a early morning mass and communion service in honor of the Virgin Mary. Visit Cleveland Ohio’s Feast of the Assumption. One of the largest Feast of the Assumption celebrations in the world takes place each year in Cleveland’s Little Italy neighborhood. The 4-day celebration draws over 500 thousand visitors annually to watch a statue of Mary paraded through the streets, to sample an array of Italian foods and wines and to ride the carnival rides. It’s a wonderful mixture of secular and non-secular activities. Travel to Italy. Italy hosts a number of Feasts of the Assumption, called “Ferragosto.” From Rome to Sicily, towns host parades, fireworks
