Celebrate in Albany!




Albany's 17th Annual Columbus Parade & Italian Festival is one of the largest celebrations of its kind in Upstate New York, recognizing the contributions and the heritage of Italian-Americans, in conjunction with the national holiday celebrating the discovery of America by Christopher Columbus.

Albany's Italian American Community Center, West Albany Italian Benevolent Society, Roma Intangible Lodge #215 Order of Sons of Italy in America and the City of Albany sponsor the Columbus Parade & Italian Festival, Inc.

We look forward to having you join us for this outstanding celebration!

Please Note: Dogs and other animals (except service animals), as well as glass containers, are not allowed at City sponsored events.



Parade along Western Avenue to Robin Street
and into Washington Park
Rain or Shine!

City of Albany                                                        
State of New York
Office of the Mayor
12207



Dear Friends,

2008 marks the 17th Anniversary of the Columbus Parade and Italian Festival here in Albany.

As Honorary Chairperson of this celebration, I am proud to invite you to join the City of Albany as we commemorate the heritage and countless contributions of Italian-Americans to our Capital Region.

I look forward to seeing you on October 11th for a day of celebration filled with fun, delicious food and fantastic entertainment in the Italian tradition.

Sincerely,

Jerry Jennings



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