FRIDAY NIGHT CONCERT SERIES
From April to May, between the hours of 7:00 PM and 10:00 PM, Uptown Columbus hosts outdoor concerts that are free to the public and intended for all age groups. Guests are encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs and blankets for seating arrangements. Food and alcoholic beverages are available for purchase at several nearby restaurants; however, coolers, tents, outside alcohol and glass containers are not allowed. Check out the spring lineup and learn more about Uptown’s Friday Night Concerts.
MARKET DAYS ON BROADWAY
Each Saturday, from April through November, over 200 local and regional vendors line up along four blocks of Broadway. Visitors can expect to find fresh and organic produce, home goods, jewelry, unique crafts, delicious baked goods and more. If you’re looking for a weekend event to attend with family or friends, check out Broadway’s Market Days.
RIVERFEST WEEKEND
Uptown Columbus invites the community to experience a weekend full of food, live music, arts and crafts, and a kids zone located in Woodruff Park along the Chattahoochee riverbanks. The event is typically held in May and is open to all age groups. Learn more and purchase tickets online for the Riverfest in Columbus, Georgia.
SPRING FOOD TRUCK FESTIVAL
For the last 12 years, Woodruff Park has hosted over 25 local and regional food vendors for Uptown’s Annual Spring Food Truck Festival. Tickets are $5 per person, and children under the age of 10 get in free. Attendees will enjoy a plethora of food options, from seafood and turkey legs to street tacos and funnel cakes. The event serves as a fundraiser for Uptown Columbus, Inc.’s nonprofit, which allows them to host a years’ worth of free events to the public, such as Friday Night Concerts, Riverfest and more!
BEER AND WINE FESTIVAL
A Beer and Wine Festival is held one Saturday in October from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM and consists of the 14th Street pedestrian bridge being transformed into a beer and wine garden! Guests are offered the chance to taste a variety of wines, canned cocktails and craft beers. This annual Uptown fundraiser has been happening for 11 years and boasts food from local vendors, as well as live music, and of course, the sampling of many alcoholic beverages. Tickets can be purchased online, and all guests must be 21 or older to attend.
FALL FOOD TRUCK FESTIVAL
Uptown will present a Fall Food Truck Festival in October. Stay tuned for more information regarding this event.
HOLLY JOLLY MARKET
Uptown hosts the Holly Jolly Market one Saturday in December from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. The event consists of several vendors lined up along the 900-1100 blocks of Broadway to sell hand made goods, boutique items, festive pieces and more. Visitors can stop by the RiverCenter to listen to Christmas music, explore the Gingerbread Village and enjoy discounts on select products. For the children, there is a Kidsfest in the City Hall Courtyard, including games, hot cocoa and Mr. and Mrs. Claus!
BROADWAY HOLIDAY PARADE
For one night in December from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM, Uptown puts on a Holiday Parade to commemorate the start of the holiday season. Following the parade, the Mayor will light the city Christmas tree, Christmas carolers will perform, Santa Claus will make an appearance, and guests will get to enjoy lots of hot chocolate!