Shop, Stroll and Sip on Dec. 3 at Five Points’ Free “A Starry Night” neighborhood celebration

COLUMBIA, SC – As its Centennial year comes to a close, Five Points – Columbia’s original village neighborhood – will celebrate with special edition of its annual free holiday event, A Starry Night, on Thursday, December 3, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Guests can stroll through all of their favorite Five Points stores to enjoy sales, specials, nibbles and sips during an evening full of holiday cheer, illuminated by more tree lights than ever before. To commemorate its 100th birthday, Five Points has added several new features to the event line-up, including the ticketed Paint Five Points Champagne Bash & Art Auction at Gourmet Shop, complimentary rides by S.C. Pedal Parlor, and a holiday themed photo booth.  Plan your Starry Night at www.fivepointscolumbia.com.

Around the Village:

• Complimentary horse carriage rides – 6pm – 8pm; pick-up and drop-off between Starbucks and Petal
• Complimentary hot chocolate – At the fountain
• DJ spinning holiday tunes – At the fountain
• Free parking at the State Parking Garage on Devine Street, with complimentary shuttle rides from Southern Valet to and from the Five Points fountain (times TBD)
• NEW!  Holiday themed photo booth – 600 Block of Harden Street
• NEW!  Complimentary rides from S.C. Pedal Parlor – Pick-up at the fountain
• Paint 5 Points Champagne Bash & Art Auction – Hosted in part by The Gourmet Shop – tickets are available for purchase at www.fivepointscolumbia.com.
• Pop-Up dance performances by Unbound Dance Company
• Roaming choral performances by Shandon Baptist Youth Group & The Benedict Choral Group
• The Salvation Army’s Famous Red Kettle – At the fountain
• Visit with Santa! – At the Hootie Monument on the corner of Santee and Harden

Retail & Hospitality Specials:

• 2G’s Clothing – 50% off all jeans (brands include AG, Free People, NYDJ, and more!) and decorative pillows and shams, plus 25% off all other clothing, hats, scarves, jewelry, boots, bedding and more, AND a new shipment from Anthropologie and Free People!
• Bohemian – open LATE until 8pm, with drinks and treats
• Creech & Creed Real Estate – holiday drop-in with food, spirits, and information on how to purchase or sell a home
• Cycle Center – big discounts on closeout bikes, all accessories, AND extra club discounts, plus appetizers and refreshments from 4-7pm!
• Loose Lucy’s – Holiday Hippie Hour, featuring live music and art, complimentary wine and snacks, appearances from Rosie the Bear, and 20% off any one regularly-priced item of $25 or more with a donation of pet food, toys, or beds to help homeless shelter pets
• Revente – 20% off along with wine and tasty bites
• Sid and Nancy – 20% off with Cheerwine and Moonpies!
• Sylvan & DuBose Jewelers – food and drinks, plus local artists and storewide savings!
• The OOPS! Co. – $5 off a purchase of $25 or more, free gift bag wrapping, and food and refreshments!
• Vestique – 15% off purchase + wine + cheese!
• Wildflower Boutique – 20% off any one full-priced item
• WISH Boutique – 50% off all regular priced clothing as well as 50% off all jewelry, plus scarves for $13!

Five Points Online:
Website: http://fivepointscolumbia.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fivepointssc
Twitter: https://twitter.com/fivepointssc | #FivePointsTurns100
Instagram: https://instagram.com/fivepointssc | #FivePointsTurns100
Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/fivepointssc

About Five Points:
Five Points has served as downtown Columbia, S.C.’s original village neighborhood for shopping, dining, entertainment and personal services since 1915. Extending from the intersection of Santee Avenue, Harden and Devine Streets into the surrounding residential neighborhoods and the USC area, Five Points encompasses nearly 150 businesses, many of which are locally, independently owned. Five Points is celebrating its Centennial throughout 2015 with fresh community events, public initiatives and district enhancements. To learn more, visit http://fivepointscolumbia.com.

About the Five Points Association:
The Five Points Association is a nonprofit organization whose principal task is ensuring that Five Points remains an integral and important part of the City of Columbia. The Association has accomplished many major infrastructure, development and beautification projects over the years. The Association hosts annual events, such as the Chili Cook-Off and St. Pat’s in Five Points, which continue to grow each year and entertain thousands of people within the City of Columbia, as well as visitors from around the state of South Carolina and beyond. To learn more, visit http://fivepointscolumbia.com/who-we-are.

Press Contact: Five Points, General:
Amy Beth Franks, Five Points Association, [email protected]

Press Contacts: Five Points Centennial:
Tracie Broom, Flock and Rally, 415.235.5718, [email protected]
Chloe Rodgers, Flock and Rally, 843.230.1611, [email protected]