Community Appreciation Lunch

Schedule

Fri May 08 2026 at 11:30 am to 01:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

RiverCenter for the Performing Arts | Columbus, GA

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Join VisitColumbusGA as we celebrate National Travel and Tourism Week. On Friday, May 8, 2026, outside the RiverCenter, we're hosting a free community lunch to connect with locals like you who make Columbus a vibrant destination to visit. We'll have barbecue sandwiches from Country's, frozen treats from Icey Girl, and live music by The Columbus Jazz Society.
Stop by, grab lunch, and chat with community members who help make tourism happen in our amazing city.
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RiverCenter for the Performing Arts, 900 Broadway,Columbus, Georgia, United States

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