Last year’s Galentine’s Day was a success in Columbia, and this year’s event is being planned for this Friday, February 7, 2025.
The day, which is held on the same Friday as To the Nines, is a promotion for Valentine’s Day and shopping in Columbia.
Participating businesses this year include: Gypsy Jolee, The Trendy Farmhouse, Old Columbia, Monkey Business, Gameday Sports, The Local Dwelling Company, Fifty and Five South, New Beginnings, Nanwood, and 313 Maple. The dress code is red & pink and businesses will be open until 8 p.m.
Some businesses are planning special activities including 313 Maple, with a pop-up market with these vendors: Sparked by Julie, Wild & Free, Coomer's Creations, Bushel 5, Y’allternative Hat Company, Just Say Cheesecakes, Pretty in Ink, Finding Foxtale, Starr Craft Studio, and Yellow Rose & Co.
The City of Columbia will have a backdrop next to City Hall, where a picture can be taken as you shop on Friday evening.
The Adair County Tourism & Convention Commission will be doing a heart campaign as they did last year, with heart decorations around the Public Square.
