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Mark your calendars as the 2026 Ocean County Columbus Day Parade & Italian Festival returns to Seaside Heights from Friday, October 9th through Sunday, October 11th, with the 35th Annual Ocean County Columbus Day Parade on Sunday.

The festival takes place along Grant Ave, between Ocean Terrace and W Central Ave, and features a variety of delicious food and Italian specialties, craft vendors and exhibitors, live entertainment, folk music & dance performances by Gruppo Pro Loco Castrovillari from Italy, and more!

The festival is highlighted by the Ocean County Columbus Day Parade on Sunday, Oct 11th, kicking off at 1pm. The parade marches down Boulevard and features marching bands, floats, antique cars, and various organizations & groups.

Hours for the street festival are 4-10pm on Friday, 10am-10pm Saturday, and 10am-8pm on Sunday. See the festival’s Facebook for updates!
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