Columbus Day Parade & Activities

The Columbus Day North End Parade will be held on Monday October 14th. It is celebrated the second Monday in October  each year, which is around the time Christopher Columbus first arrived in America.

It usually starts at one p.m. at the Christopher Columbus Park. (check website for updated times). Don’t miss the chance to savor some of the best local Italian food while enjoying traditional performances, live music, and family-friendly entertainment.

Columbus Day Events:

Topsfield Fair

Topsfield Fair ends on Columbus Day every year and we think it’s one of the BEST events ever! It’s the oldest running fair in the United States and we go EVERY YEAR! They have homemade breads and desserts, racing pigs, the biggest pumpkins, fantastic amusements, and even a fortune teller. Over the years we’ve seen some fantastic free concerts and this year, on Columbus Day, Monday October 14th, they will feature The Dave Sammarco Band (the band is described as a rock n roll hoedown with a passionate energy and a twangy voice). Count us in! 

You haven’t been to a fair until you’ve gone to the top...Topsfield that is!

On Columbus Day, the ICA (Institute of Contemporary Art) has free admission all day!

Explore Fall Foliage

Columbus Day, Fall Foliage... Many folks who celebrate Columbus Day, a well-earned Monday holiday, have the day off. What better way to spend it than soaking in the ultimate splendor of a New England fall?

Nestled in the heart of the Berkshires, Lenox, Massachusetts offers an unforgettable autumn experience. Recently voted one of the best places in New England for fall foliage, Lenox bursts into an extraordinary palette of reds, oranges, and golds from late September through early fall. The vibrant colors, crisp air, and picturesque landscapes make it the perfect destination to immerse yourself in nature’s beauty.