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Columbus Day
Columbus Day is the U.S. federal holiday commemorating explorer Christopher Columbus' landing in the New World on October 12, 1492. It also celebrates the cultural heritage of Italian Americans, since many scholars believe Columbus was born in Genoa, Italy.
Time & Location
Oct 13, 2025, 12:00 AM
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About the event
Columbus Day is a federal holiday in the United States, celebrated on the second Monday of October. The holiday commemorates Christopher Columbus's arrival in the Americas on October 12, 1492.
Christopher Columbus, an Italian explorer sponsored by Spain, embarked on a voyage across the Atlantic Ocean with the aim of finding a new route to Asia. Instead, he landed in the Bahamas, marking the beginning of European exploration and colonization of the Americas.
The first recorded observance of Columbus Day in the United States took place in 1792, marking the 300th anniversary of Columbus's landing. It was celebrated in New York City by the Columbian Order, a group of Italian immigrants.
In 1937, Columbus Day was officially designated as a federal holiday in the United States. The decision was influenced by a campaign led by various Italian-American organizations, who sought to honor their heritage and the contributions of Columbus.