The Federal Hill Commerce Association is celebrating the 26th Annual Columbus Day Festival on Federal Hill October 7-9, 2017. The Association announced on Wednesday that this year’s festival will feature three entertainment stages each day. Additionally, dozens of food and retail vendors, the annual parade, games and amusement rides will line Atwells Avenue.           

The festival begins on Saturday, October 7th at 10 am and is open until 10 pm. This year’s opening ceremony is at 12 pm on Saturday at the Depasquale Plaza stage. The Association will honor Dr. Brad Turchetta with the Cianci Civic Award in memory of former Mayor Vincent A Cianci. Turchetta serves as Chairman of the Cianci Educational Foundation.