Boston's North End Italian Feasts are entering their peak season during August, as they have been for roughly the past 100 years depending on the founding of the original religious society. Many residents take part in the festivities while others purposely schedule their vacations to be far away from the noise, traffic and occasional chaos.

Among the largest Italian festivals in the country, the North End feasts are regularly featured in National Geographic among other travel guides. Visitors travel from far and wide for a taste of the feasts and to take part in the traditions, food and music. You've seen all the photos here on NorthEndWaterfront.com and we've recently posted about a Feast Community Chat at the Neighborhood Council as well as views from other Bostonians.

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Source: http://northendwaterfront.com/