Celebrate Local Culture at the Inaugural 1313 Food and Arts Fest in Columbus

Columbus’s vibrant East Side is set to come alive with creativity, community spirit, and incredible flavors. On Friday, June 13, 2026, the community will gather for the inaugural 1313 Food and Arts Fest, a highly anticipated all-day event designed to spotlight Central Ohio’s exceptional local talent and small business owners. Taking place at 1313 E. Broad Street, this family-friendly event offers free admission, ensuring everyone can join in celebrating the city's rich cultural tapestry.

At A Glance: Event Logistics

Daytime Marketplace: Shop Small, Eat Local (11:00 AM – 7:00 PM)

The festival kicks off at 11:00 AM with a bustling daytime market. Attendees can browse and shop from unique local vendor booths, showcasing an eclectic mix of handmade apparel, original art prints, custom-scented candles, and curated beauty and wellness products. It is the perfect opportunity to support local entrepreneurs and discover your next favorite Columbus-area brand.

Alongside the shopping experience, a fleet of eight premier food trucks will satisfy every craving imaginable. The culinary lineup showcases the city's diverse flavors, serving up everything from rich soul food and authentic New Orleans cuisine to smoky Hawaiian BBQ, artisan desserts, and refreshing custom-flavored lemonades. A live DJ will anchor the daytime festivities, spinning a continuous stream of music to keep the community energy high.

Evening Showcase: The Exhibit of Expression (7:00 PM – 10:00 PM)

As the sun sets, the 1313 Food and Arts Fest transforms into a high-energy live performance venue. Starting at 7:00 PM, the main stage hosts the Exhibit of Expression, an innovative live poetry and visual art competition. This unique showcase pairs Columbus’s most compelling poets and visual artists on stage, challenge-style, to create and perform in front of a live audience and panel of judges.

Witnessing wordsmiths and painters collaborate and compete simultaneously offers a rare, immersive look into the creative process. Competitors will face off for exciting prizes, promising a riveting end to an already spectacular day.

Calling All Creators: Open Registration

Are you a poet or visual artist looking for a platform to share your voice and display your work? Opportunities are still available to join the evening's performance bracket. Slots are filling fast, and local creatives are highly encouraged to secure their place on stage to showcase their vision to the city.

How to Attend

Whether you are looking to shop with local artisans, dive into incredible food truck cuisine, or experience the city's finest live poetry and art battles, the 1313 Festival is built for Columbus, by Columbus. Mark your calendar, invite your friends and family, and secure your tickets or artist registration today at cbusevents.com/1313-festival-event