Columbus Day is a federal holiday in the United States that commemorates explorer Christopher Columbus landing in the New World on October 12, 1492. It is celebrated on the second Monday of October every year. Here are some things you can do on Columbus Day:
- Take a walk or hike: This is one of the most popular things to do on Columbus Day.
- Go on a short trip: Columbus Day is a great opportunity to go on a short vacation. You can head to a nearby mountain or beach, book a stay at a hotel, or enjoy a couple of days at an amusement park.
- Visit a garden: Visiting a garden is a great way to spend Columbus Day. You can enjoy the beautiful scenery and take a break from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
- Go to a local winery: If youre spending Columbus Day with friends or a significant other, you can spice things up by going to a local winery.
- Prepare some Columbus Day snacks: You can prepare some Columbus Day snacks with your kids, such as cookies and tea.
- Visit a pumpkin patch: This time of the year is perfect for a visit to a pumpkin patch. You can pick out the pumpkins you want to carve for Halloween.
- Go to a museum: You can visit a museum to learn more about Christopher Columbus and his voyages.
- Attend a Columbus Day parade: Many cities celebrate Columbus Day with parades, which sometimes also celebrate Italian-American heritage.
Its worth noting that some states have chosen to no longer recognize Columbus Day as a holiday, and instead celebrate Indigenous Peoples Day or other alternatives.
