# Community and cultural festivals in Columbus

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/community-and-cultural-festivals-in-columbus
> Updated: 2026-10-11T00:41:15.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

Community events and cultural festivals are being held in the Columbus areas of Ohio and Indiana.

In Columbus, Ohio, the ninth annual Mac & Cheese Festival at The Yard at Easton Town Center serves as a fundraiser for The James Comprehensive Cancer Center. Other local activities include the Palace Theatre’s 100th anniversary, the reopening of COSI, and the All American Quarter Horse Congress.

In the Columbus region, the 46th annual Columbus Italian Festival in Ohio features traditional music, dancing, and cuisine. Additionally, the Ethnic Expo in Columbus, Indiana, hosts over 40 international food vendors and various handcrafted goods.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-11: Cultural festivals celebrate diversity in Columbus

Cultural celebrations are underway in Columbus, Ohio, with the 46th annual Italian Festival, and in Columbus, Indiana, with the Ethnic Expo featuring international food and music.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/cultural-festivals-celebrate-diversity-in-columbus

### 2026-09-24: Columbus hosts Mac & Cheese Festival and various community events

Columbus hosts several community events this weekend, including the ninth annual Mac & Cheese Festival at Easton, which raises funds for cancer research at The James Comprehensive Cancer Center.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/columbus-hosts-mac-cheese-festival-and-various-community-events

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