Block Party set for Saturday evening in downtown Columbus

The Columbus Area Arts Council’s Johnson-Witkemper Insurance Biggest Block Party Ever is Saturday. Organizers say it will take place from 5:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. in the heart of the Arts District at Fourth and Washington streets downtown.

Fourth Street between Jackson and Franklin streets and Washington Street between Third and Fifth streets will be closed to vehicle traffic beginning 9 a.m. on Saturday morning and will remain closed until 3 a.m. Sunday.

“Although streets will be closed, sidewalks and businesses will remain open,” said Tami Sharp, Program Director of the Arts Council. “We encourage people to shop downtown during the day and return for the Block Party in the evening,” added Sharp.

Johnson-Witkemper Insurance Biggest Block Party Ever is an annual fundraiser for the Arts Council. Organizers say that three stages will feature 12 bands playing a diverse blend of music throughout the evening. A wide range of food options will be available for purchase, as will beer, wine and non-alcoholic drinks. In addition, the Kid’s Zone will provide kid-friendly activities.

Admission is $8 with children 12 and under admitted free. For more information, visit www.artsincolumbus.org.