Unity Fest 2026

Columbus is coming together for the first annual Unity Fest — a free, family-friendly celebration built around community, connection and positive change.

On Saturday, September 5, St. Stephen’s Community House will welcome families, neighbors, small businesses, community organizations and leaders from across Columbus for an afternoon and evening of live music, food, resources and connection.

Community. Connection. Change.

Live Entertainment

Unity Fest will feature live performances from:

- Flex Crew

- Tomi Jones

- Quan Howell

- The Dealbreakers

- And more

What To Expect

This is more than a concert. Unity Fest is designed to bring Columbus together while connecting residents with businesses, organizations and resources serving the community.

Expect:

- Live music and entertainment

- Food trucks and food vendors

- Local small businesses and vendors

- Community organizations and resources

- Youth and family activities

- Opportunities to connect with neighbors and community leaders

Organizers expect approximately 1,500 people from across Columbus to participate in the inaugural festival.

Why It Matters

Unity Fest is centered on strengthening relationships between residents, neighborhoods, businesses and organizations while creating an environment the entire family can enjoy.

Kin is a sponsor of the inaugural Unity Fest as part of Kin’s work to strengthen the connection between community, information and local commerce.

The Details

- Saturday, September 5, 2026

- 3:00 PM–9:00 PM

- St. Stephen’s Community House

- 1500 E. 17th Avenue, Columbus, OH 43219

- FREE

- Family-friendly

The Move

Come early, bring the family, grab something to eat, spend with local vendors, connect with community organizations and stay for the live performances.

Admission is free.