What a night it was! The streets of downtown Columbia City were alive with laughter, music, and the cheerful buzz of shoppers during our 8th Annual Ladies Night Out event on Friday, October 17th. With beautiful fall weather, smiling faces and a fantastic turnout, this year’s event truly showcased the spirit of community that makes downtown so special.
Each year, Ladies Night Out brings friends and neighbors together for an evening of fun, food, and local shopping—and this year did not disappoint! From half-priced appetizers and free desserts at local restaurants to exclusive in-store sales, giveaways and pop-up vendors sprinkled throughout downtown, guests had plenty to explore.
Downtown businesses rolled out the red carpet with festive décor, music and one-of-a-kind experiences. Guests enjoyed everything from free wine slushies and live music to custom engraved ornaments, permanent jewelry, hand crafted goods and boutique shopping. Whether visitors came for the shopping, the snacks, or simply to enjoy a night out with friends, there was something for everyone to love.
Highlights from the Evening
A few of the many local stops included:
- Sage + Stone – where guests created moss art, enjoyed a painting station, intention bowls, and shopped local vendor favorites.
- Vintage Blessed General Store – offering free swag bags, live music, and their ever-popular wine slushies.
- The Junction Café & Home Décor – serving up delicious drinks, cookies, brownies, and cheesecakes alongside vendor sales.
- The Mercantile, Bravo Floral, The Shops at The Sanctuary, and Sun Kiss Tanning & Boutique – all offered exclusive discounts and fun surprises.
- The Elks Lodge – hosted a lineup of pop-up vendors featuring handmade jewelry, clothing, home décor, and sweet treats.
Visitors also discovered new favorites from pop-up vendors like Made by Miss Megan, Knotted by Lisa Loza, The Wild Blooms, Marie Janay Studios, and many more who added a creative and festive flair to the evening.
Dining & Drinks
Local restaurants joined in the fun too! Guests could grab dinner and enjoy specials like free dessert at Casa Balbina, half-off appetizers at The Square, and sweet treats at Alley Scoops Ice Cream and Daisy Lady Patisserie. From cocktails to coffee, Brew’ha Coffee House and The Kitchen & Company kept everyone fueled for a night of shopping and celebration.
A Heartfelt Thank You
Events like Ladies Night Out wouldn’t be possible without the incredible support of our downtown businesses, vendors, and guests who make this evening such a success year after year. Your enthusiasm and community spirit are what make Columbia City’s downtown district shine.
From all of us at Columbia City Connect — thank you for celebrating with us, for supporting local, and for continuing to make our downtown a vibrant, welcoming place to gather.
We can’t wait to see you next year for the 9th Annual Ladies Night Out!
