Are you a food or craft vendor still interested in participating in this year’s Columbus Fabulous Fourth Festival? The town has received many applications already, but there are still spaces available for those interested in joining the festivities this year.

This year’s Fabulous Fourth Celebration will once again feature family activities, including rides and games for children of all ages, a full music schedule, and a spectacular fireworks celebration to conclude the evening.

Vendor applications are available online at www.columbusnc.com. To be included, the application should be completed and returned with the appropriate fee to the Columbus Town Hall no later than Friday, June 21. (Please write Fabulous Fourth on the outside of the envelope) The festival committee will contact you with your confirmation and space number. Set-up will begin at 6b a.m. on Thursday, July 4th, and the festival will begin at 10 a.m. If you have questions regarding the application or need a hard copy mailed to you, please contact Columbus Town Hall at 828-894-8236.

– article submitted by Jonathan Kanipe, Columbus Town Manager