Who Is Queen Isabella?

Our Queen Isabella is the typical Italian-American young woman. She symbolizes our community in her dreams, ambitions, and ideals. She will represent the Columbus Day Celebration and Italian Heritage Parade and our community for the duration of the Celebration at various functions and events.  

What does it mean to be Queen Isabella?

Queen Isabella is the primary focal point of the Columbus Day Celebration. She should recognize and represent the ideals of the Italian-American community – hard work, the importance of family and religion, and a love of life. Former Queen Isabellas and their Courts look upon the experience as unforgettable and once-in-a-lifetime. Simply portraying a member of the Court lends itself to feeling regal.

How is Queen Isabella selected?

A panel of judges in an interview setting chooses Queen Isabella. They are looking for poise, personality, grace, and pride in her heritage.  Click here to download the 2008 Queen's Court application!

The San Francisco Italian Heritage Parade's 2007 Queen Isabella and Her Court will serve as ambassadors throughout the City's Columbus Day Celebration in October, including the Grand Ball at the Farimont Hotel on Saturday, October 11 and officiate in the Parade on Sunday October 12, 2008.

The young women were selected based on their poise, Italian Heritage enthusiasm, community involvement, and public speaking. Congratulations to each of them!

Other Parade Information

What is the Columbus Day Celebration/Italian Heritage Parade?

Since 1868, the Columbus Day Celebration has recognized the landing of Christopher Columbus in the Western Hemisphere through a series of festive events. San Francisco's is the longest continuously running celebration of its kind in the United States.  For more information, please e-mail president@sfcolumbusday.org

How do I become part of the 2008 Queen's Court?

Please download the application form here.  Applications are due in May of 2008.  Questions?  Please email queenmother@sfcolumbusday.org