Columbus Day is an annual celebration to commemorate the arrival of Christopher Columbus in America. It happened exactly on October 12, 1492. However, since 1970, the celebration is held every second Monday of October. This year, it will be on October 10. This is one of the biggest celebrations in New York. There are tons of activities prepared over the weekends and on the actual day. This is also a day dedicated to the celebration of the American-Italian heritage. This is also the largest celebration of its kind around the world.

 

 

What happens during Columbus Day?

There are over 35,000 marchers expected to join in this year’s celebration. There are over 100 groups that include bands and floats. It is such a big event as there are over half million spectators expected to come. The main activities will be at New York’s 5th Avenue.

Since it started, the number of people joining the parade keeps getting bigger. It has in fact become a globally televised event. Entertaining acts and talented bands are expected to perform during the parade which starts up 5th Avenue from 44th to 72nd street.

This celebration is a day for taking pride in the American-Italian heritage. There are world-class bands from both the United States and Italy that are expected to perform. Traditional folk dances and century-old dances are also expected to be seen during the parade. These performers have prepared for months just to come up a spectacular performance for this celebration.

Taking part in the parade

If you are one of the invited groups to join the parade, then you need to present something that looks amazing on television and will surely take the spectators’ breaths away. Take note that this is a day of festivities and organizers will come up with something unique to entertain everyone. The best way for your organization to stand out is by renting a limousine. You can also decorate the exteriors to make it more suitable to the event. The most easy and cost-efficient way is rental with limoscanner.com. Here you find the biggest choice of luxury limousines in New York  from most trusted vendors, such as Dial 7 or Gotham Limousine.

Even if you are not joining the parade but you wish to discover New York during the Columbus Day celebration, then you need a limousine. The entire city will be very crowded. Getting a cab or moving from one area to another could be a huge trouble. It would be great if you have a limousine to carry you around with ease. You don’t have to waste your time waiting for a cab or miss the most memorable activities just because you got stuck on the road.

Book your limousine now

This celebration happens only once a year. You don’t want to miss out on anything. Starting from the Columbus Day weekend up until the actual celebration, there are a lot of exciting things for you to see. You’ll definitely experience the best that New York has to offer especially during Columbus Day by riding a luxury vehicle. Most of all, you can drink all you want inside the limo and still feel safe. Invite your friends to come with you and witness this wonderful occasion. LimoScanner is the best choice when it comes to limo services. With our affordable rates and high quality service, you won’t regret hiring with us.

 

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