BUFFALO, N.Y. — Another summer festival has been canceled this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Organizers for the annual Galbani Italian Heritage Festival announced Monday that due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the event will not take place this year. This is the second year in a row that the event has been cancelled.
"The cancellation of our festival is certainly disappointing, not only for the individuals who work hard to plan and organize our event every year, but it is also a sense of pride for the countless residents and visitors who look forward to celebrating the festival," said Carmen Palma, president of the Italian festival board.
"It was a difficult decision to cancel, but it is important to ensure the health and safety of our residents and visitors. We are already looking ahead to assemble a great event to celebrate our heritage next year," said Judy Porto-Fiorella, vice president of the Italian festival board, and president of the Hertel Business Association.