The Federal Hill Commerce Association celebrates the 39th annual Columbus Day Festival on historic Federal Hill from Friday to Monday, Oct. 11 to 14. The festival takes place from Dean Street to Sutton Street along Atwells Avenue. The La Cucina Galbani Cooking Stage at America Street and Atwells Avenue is a featured attraction.

Enjoy more than 80 food, art and retail vendors along with games, and amusement rides. Listen to live entertainment on three different stages throughout the festival grounds. Experience the flavors of over 26 Federal Hill restaurants that offer expanded seating as well as feature special menu items for the weekend. A sampling of participants include Trattoria Appia, Venda Ravioli, Saje Kitchen, Providence Oyster Bar, Cafe Italia, and Cassarinos.

Hours are: Friday, from 5 p.m. to midnight; Saturday and Sunday, 11 a.m. ⁠to midnight; and Monday, 11 a.m. ⁠to⁠ 8 p.m.

For more about the festival and times of specific events, go to: https://federalhillprov.com/festivals/columbus-day-weekend-festival/