43rd Annual Holy Ghost Feast
September 4 @ 5:30 pm – September 6 @ 10:00 pm
The community is invited to the 43rd Annual Holy Ghost Feast, a celebration of Portuguese faith, culture, and heritage. Admission is free.
For more than four decades, the Holy Ghost Feast has brought together families, friends, and visitors from across the region for a vibrant weekend filled with authentic Portuguese cuisine, live entertainment, vendors, games, raffles, an auction, and cultural celebration. This long-standing event remains a highlight of the local calendar, fostering community pride while preserving meaningful traditions for future generations.
Entertainment
Friday, September 4
- Opening Ceremony & Dove Release — 5:30 PM
- Double Shot — 6:30–10:00 PM
Saturday, September 5
- All Systems Go “Chris Boudria (DJ)” — 12:00–1:00 PM
- Car Tune Heroes — 1:00–5:00 PM
- Deep Sea Fishing Trip Auction — 5:00–6:00 PM
- Back in the Day — 6:00–10:00 PM
Sunday, September 6
- Crowning & Mass at Good Shepherd Parish, 1598 S. Main St. — 10:00 AM
- Free Soupas at the Feast — 11:30 AM–12:30 PM
- DJ Edson & Portuguese Dancers — 2:00–5:00 PM
- Helicopter Tour Raffle Drawing — 5:30 PM
- Big Fish — 6:00–10:00 PM
Kitchen Hours
- Friday: 6:00–10:00 PM
- Saturday: 12:00–10:00 PM
- Sunday: 2:00–10:00 PM
Raffle & Auction
Raffle: Helicopter tour in Newport. Tickets: 1 for $5, 3 for $10, 5 for $15, or 10 for $20.
Auction: Deep sea fishing trip valued at $700. Bidding starts at $200.
As the final Portuguese Feast of the season in the area, this event offers a special opportunity to celebrate faith, family, culture, and community while supporting local charitable organizations.
