CLEVELAND — One of Cleveland's longest-standing traditions is returning once again this weekend. For the 124th year, the annual Feast of the Assumption will take place in Cleveland's historic Little Italy neighborhood.
The Feast, which serves as a fundraiser for Holy Rosary Church, will take place from Saturday, Aug. 12, until Tuesday, Aug. 15, the Feast of the Assumption of Mary.
The annual Catholic street festival gives Clevelanders a chance to enjoy delicious food from all of Little Italy's signature restaurants as they line the streets with special dishes and desserts. Throughout the weekend, there will be live entertainment, inflatables, games and a casino.
SCHEDULE:
- Saturday, Aug. 12: Noon to midnight
- Sunday, Aug. 13: Noon to 11 p.m.
- Monday, Aug. 14: 6 p.m. to 11 p.m.
- Tuesday, Aug. 15: Noon to 10 p.m.
On Tuesday, Aug. 15, a Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. at Holy Rosary Church. Following the mass, a procession will begin at 11:15 a.m. and will continue through the Little Italy neighborhood before concluding at 12:45 p.m., back at the church.
PROCESSION ROUTE:
Begins at Holy Rosary Church and turns right onto E. 120th Street -- continues to the end of E. 120th and makes a right onto Coltman Road. -- Makes a left onto Mayfield Road and goes up the hill – and makes a left onto E. 124th Street -- Left onto Alexander Ct, left onto E. 123rd Street. Right onto Mayfield Road again, then left on Murray Hill Road, right on Cornell Road, right on Random Road, Right on Paul Ave, Right on Murray Hill again – left onto Fairview Ave which turns into E. 125th Street, then a final left onto Mayfield Road and down to the church.
ROAD CLOSURES:
(Beginning at approximately 11:15 a.m. on Tuesday, August 15th)
Parking restrictions will go into effect at 10 a.m. on Saturday, August 12, and run through midnight on Tuesday, August 15. Mayfield Road will be closed from Circle Drive to Fairview Road on Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 1 a.m., on Monday from 5 p.m. to midnight and on Tuesday from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Traffic is expected to be heavy in the University Circle and Little Italy neighborhood throughout the course of the event. All closure times depend on the volume of pedestrian traffic and can be adjusted as needed by the Cleveland Division of Police Bureau of Traffic.
PARKING:
Those intending to attend the celebrations or enjoy time at a restaurant or establishment are reminded that parking will be at a premium and lots and garages may be full early on. Attendees are encouraged to consider riding RTA. Bus and rail services and routes can be viewed here.
Be mindful of signage indicating road closures as violators will be ticketed and towed at the owner’s expense. Towed vehicles may be retrieved from the City of Cleveland’s Impound Unit at 3040 Quigley Road.
Cleveland officials also provided additional tips when attending The Feast:
- Arrive early to your destination. Leave home early enough to allow for ample travel time and parking.
- Become familiarized with Little Italy area parking garages and surface lots – the lots closest to Mayfield Road will fill up first.
- Be aware of increased pedestrian traffic in the Little Italy neighborhood.
- Plan for the weather. Currently, the forecast includes a chance of rain Friday evening, Saturday and Monday.
- If you see something, say something! Report suspicious or criminal activity to law enforcement.
- Call 9-1-1 in emergencies
- Call 216-621-1234 for non-emergencies
- Anonymous information can be provided via Crimestoppers at 216-25-CRIME.
