Columbus Day 2024: A National Holiday Honoring Christopher Columbus

Commemorating the Explorer's Arrival in the Americas

Monday, October 14, 2024

Columbus Day is a national holiday observed in many countries of the Americas, including the United States, where it is a federal holiday. It commemorates the arrival of Christopher Columbus in the Americas on October 12, 1492.

In 2024, Columbus Day falls on Monday, October 14. It is a day to remember the explorer's journey and its impact on the world. Columbus' voyage opened up the Americas to European exploration and colonization, leading to profound changes for the continents and their inhabitants.

Columbus Day is marked by parades, festivals, and other events across the United States. It is also a day of reflection on the complex legacy of Christopher Columbus and the many ways in which his voyage shaped the course of history.