The 2016 St. Peter’s Fiesta in Gloucester officially began with the opening procession and Friday Greasy Pole contest. Above, Mike Sanfilippo is carried up Pavilion Beach after winning this evening’s Greasy Pole contest. Consider these photos a preview for a larger photo package I’m doing for WBUR’s ARTery, which will be published on or around Monday. (All photos copyright 2016 Greg Cook)
The opening procession of the annual St. Peter’s Fiesta enters St. Peter’s Square in Gloucester and is showered by confetti, June 24, 2016. (Greg Cook)To win the Greasy Pole contest, participants must walk the length of the grease-slathered pole and grab the flag off the end. June 24, 2016. (Greg Cook)Friday Greasy Pole winner Mike Sanfilippo is hugged by his mom Carol after his victory, June 24, 2016. (Greg Cook)
