2026 Italian Festival Parade and High School Marching Band Competition Presented by Black Dog Pizzeria
Join the 2026 Italian Festival Parade!
Sunday, October 11, 2026 – 1:00 PM
(Line-up begins at Noon)
Celebrate Italian heritage, community pride, and music at the Italian Festival Parade & High School Marching Band Competition Presented by Black Dog Pizzeria.
Participation is complimentary for marchers. Politicians are required to pay a $100 fee to support parade operations.
Please RSVP by September 10th by contacting the organizers listed below.
The 17th Annual Italian Festival Parade presented by Black Dog Pizzeria, and hosted by the Columbus Piave Club, steps off Sunday, Oct. 11, 2026 at 1 PM.
The parade travels through Victorian Village, Short North, and Italian Village, ending at the Columbus Italian Festival. Parade Route: Dennison → Buttles → High St → Warren → Festival Hamlet at 4th St.
All groups, bands, organizations, businesses, and more—are welcome. No registration fee; bring your banner and join the fun.
Enjoy marching bands, classic cars, and local showcases.
Parade Contact Information:
John Contino
Piave Club President and Italian Festival Parade Co-Chair
johncontino84@gmail.com
614-214-8473
Joe Ingrassia
Piave Club Marketing and Events Director and Italian Festival Parade Co-Chair
ingrassiajp@gmail.com
614-738-0767
Deb Roberts
Italian Festival Parade Executive Director
mzdoodah@gmail.com
614-228-1868
About the Piave Club
Founded in 1919, the Columbus Piave Club is the oldest Italian-American social organization in Central Ohio. Our mission is to honor our heritage, strengthen community ties, and share Italian culture with future generations.
