Long Island Italian Festival

Massapequa Giglio Association

Festa del Giglio

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The Massapequa Giglio Association
Proudly Presents

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Prove della Musica 2026

Please join us at Memorare Caterers as we unveil our 2026 Giglio Music, featuring Manco’s-Marseglia Band.

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About the Association

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The mission of The Massapequa Giglio Association and Paranza Lupo is to ensure our 1,600 year old religious Festival of dancing the Giglio in honor of San Paolino di Nola is sustained in accordance with the traditions passed on to us by our ancestors as we strive to continue with the same spirit for future generations.
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Building the Giglio

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The Giglio is a large, intricately decorated structure made of wood and/or metal and adorned with elaborate floral arrangements. The structure is typically 70 feet tall and weighs close to 3 tons, the band and equipment add another 3000 pounds and is carried by 120 men. 

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Lifting the Giglio

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The Giglio Lift or “Dance of the Giglio” is the ceremonial process of lifting and carrying the structure through the festival. It’s a significant cultural tradition that involves teamwork, strength, and devotion, highlighting the importance of communal participation.

Giglio Lift

Giglio Lift Sign-Up

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CHILDRENS GIGLIO SIGN UP

Sing Up to Lift the Children’s Giglio

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GIGLIO GALLERY

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Festa Del Giglio Feast Sponsors

We are proud to have the following vendors support the Massapequa Giglio Association Feast helping us make it one of Long Island’s Top Italian Festivals.
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Massapequa Giglio Association

The Massapequa Giglio Association is a 501c3 Not-for-Profit organization dedicated to bringing the Nola Giglio tradition to the Long Island Community.

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Giglio Lifter Sign Up

Click the Wolf to sign up for the 2025 Massapequa Giglio Lift.