As Columbus Day rolled its way into the streets of Columbus, Ohio this pass Monday, many residents and Columbus movers celebrated the historic day with great food, fun, and parades! This annual event located in St. Johns Baptist Catholic Church has been running for 34 years and will continue to bring together the Italian community. If you are moving to Columbus this year and missed the festival, no need to worry, the lineup for next year is already in the works!

The date of the first Columbus Italian Festival was set for the weekend of September 20 and 21, 1980. The location was the Lausche Building on the Ohio State Fairgrounds. A chairperson and a committee was selected for each activity of the festival. To make sure that everything functioned properly, the General Chairman, Mr. Frank Oliverio was appointed responsibility. Over ten thousand Columbus residents attended this first Columbus Italian Festival, making it a major success. In 2001, the festival relocated to its current location, the St John Baptist Church, and now attracts over 35,000 visitors a year. This three day celebration is a great way to meet your local neighbors and enjoy live entertainment after moving to Columbus.

Your local Columbus movers always recommend the annual Italian Festival when Columbus Day arrives! As you settle into your new neighborhood and get organized in your new home, make sure to add the Columbus Italian Festival to your calendar. Next year’s festival will be filled with much more family fun activities!