KFDA Announces the return of Third Thursday
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KFDA has announced the return of Third Thursday July 15. (File Photo: Brian Gailey, Klamath Falls News)
The following is a press release from the Klamath Falls Downtown Association.
KLAMATH FALLS, Ore. - The Klamath Falls Downtown Association (KFDA) is proud to announce the return of Third Thursday to Downtown Klamath Falls on July 15, 2021.
Third Thursday is one of Klamath County’s premier outdoor events and features a “street fair” assortment of booths from nonprofit organizations and local artisans, retail vendors, and food producers, as well as live music and a relaxing, family-friendly atmosphere.
In addition to vendor booths and live entertainment, many of Downtown’s brick & mortar businesses will have extended hours and special sales or promotions during the July and August Third Thursday events.
Executive Director Darin Rutledge shared his optimism about events like Third Thursday returning to the community. “We’re anxious to provide opportunities to bring people back to Downtown to experience our businesses, parks, parades, festivals, and regular events such as Third Thursday and the Kruise of Klamath. Since last March we have held the position that we’ll restart our events just as soon as we could do so safely, responsibly, and in compliance with statewide guidance. We’re beyond excited that we believe that we have finally reached that point.”
Mike Angeli, Owner of The Ledge, in Downtown Klamath Falls shows product at his Third Thursday vendor booth in August 2018. (File Photo: Brian Gailey, Klamath Falls News)
The event was on hiatus in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Due to decreasing statewide and local case counts, increasing population of vaccinated individuals, and the expected slackening of statewide restrictions in the coming weeks, the KFDA board of directors has made the decision to move forward with the event.
“We realize that we’re not completely out of the woods yet with this pandemic, but we also believe that our community is prepared to act responsibly and respectfully as these events start to return,” said Rutledge.
While the event will not be significantly modified, accommodations will be made to create more “comfort space” within the event enclosure. The event will follow any remaining statewide and/or local guidance related to the pandemic, and masks and hand sanitizer will be made available for participants.
At this time, events are planned for July 15 and August 19. KFDA will evaluate the possibility of extending Third Thursday into September and/or October.
Vendor applications are now being accepted and will be accepted until July 8. KFDA will contact live entertainment providers directly. For more information about vendor fees, rules, and guidelines, vendors should visit https://www.downtownklamathfalls.org.