JerryFest 2025 announces commemorative poster contest

The Five Points Association announced a Commemorative Poster Contest for the 2025 JerryFest, Columbia’s free outdoor concert celebrating the life and legacy of Jerry Garcia and the 60th anniversary of the Grateful Dead.

Artists of all backgrounds are invited to submit original designs that capture the music, creativity, and community spirit of both JerryFest and the Grateful Dead’s six-decade legacy. The winning design will be selected by the JerryFest Event Committee and featured as the commemorative poster for this year’s festival.

A limited release of posters will be available for purchase during JerryFest on Sunday, October 5, 2025, in the heart of Five Points.

“JerryFest is all about honoring music, creativity, and community,” said Heather McDonald, Executive Director. “With this year marking the 60th anniversary of the Grateful Dead, we’re excited to see how our local  artists bring that milestone to life through their designs.”

Contest Details

• Deadline for Entries: Friday, September 26, at 5:00 pm
• Format: Original artwork, poster design (digital or hand-rendered)
• Submission: [email protected] Subject Line: JerryFest Poster Entry
• Winner Announcement: Wednesday, October 1, 2025

For full contest rules and submission guidelines, visit: https://fivepointscolumbia.com/events/jerryfest/ 

JerryFest is presented by the Five Points Association and will feature live music on multiple stages, food, drinks, artisan retail vendors, and fun for all ages.

About JerryFest in Five Points

Since 2014, the event has welcomed thousands to the Five Points village for a friendly afternoon of fellowship and music along with artisan crafts, food, beverage, and bohemian merchandise vendors. JerryFest was started to commemorate the life and art of Jerry Garcia. Rock guitarist and musical icon, Garcia was best known as the lead guitarist for the Grateful Dead that inspired legions of followers known as “Deadheads.”

About Loose Lucy’s
Loose Lucy’s, located at 709 Saluda Avenue in Five Points, is celebrating their 33rd year in business as Columbia’s original “mom-and-pop hippie shop.” They offer the best quality tie-dyes, rock tees, incense, tapestries, decals, posters and funky, festive fashions, jewelry, and home décor at kind prices.

About the Five Points Association
As the sole advocate for the district’s businesses, the Five Points Association strives to guide development and improvements that will enhance the vitality of Five Points. The FPA also works diligently to promote Five Points to Columbia and beyond while cultivating inclusivity internally as a neighborhood. Evident by over 100 years of history,

viability and recognition as an iconic destination, the success of Five Points would not be possible without the reciprocating support between the neighboring businesses and residents, supporting staff, partners and companionship of the City of Columbia and Richland County.

While fostering these relationships, supporting the businesses, and continuously showcasing Five Points and its treasures, the Five Points Association and its Board of Directors continue the beautification, collaboration, and development efforts to empower growth, upholding the historic legacy of Columbia’s original village neighborhood. For over forty years, the Five Points Association has led remarkable endeavors and continues the legacy of priceless accomplishments. Visit https://fivepointscolumbia.com to learn more.