Imagine yourself strolling through the charming streets of Rome, exploring centuries of history, experiencing the beauty of Vatican City, and enjoying authentic Italian cuisine.
The Columbus Italian Festival is giving one lucky winner the opportunity to make that dream a reality.
Grand Prize Includes:
- Five (5) nights in Rome for two
- $2,000 Airfare Credit
- Skip-The-Line Access to the Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel
Tickets go on sale July 1, 2026, and may be purchased online or in person during the Columbus Italian Festival.
Every ticket purchased helps support the Columbus Italian Festival and our mission of celebrating our Italian heritage through Faith, Family, and Friends.
Drawing Information
Date: Sunday, October 11, 2026
Time: 5:00 PM
Location: Columbus Italian Festival
You do not need to be present to win.
The winner will have 12 months to schedule their trip and 24 months to complete travel.
Important Information
Prize includes five (5) nights in Rome for two, skip-the-line admission to the Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel, and a $2,000 airfare credit.
Ground transportation, meals, beverages, gratuities, travel insurance, passports, taxes, fees, and all other expenses not specifically listed are the responsibility of the winner.
If fewer than 250 raffle tickets are sold, the raffle will automatically convert to a 50/50 drawing, with proceeds split equally between the winner and the Columbus Italian Festival.
All raffle ticket sales are final and non-refundable.