An annual event planned for downtown Grand Junction will offer participants food, music and an opportunity to learn more about United Way of Mesa County and the nonprofit organizations United Way supports.

The third annual Unity in Community Festival is set for 4 to 8 p.m. Aug. 31 at Seventh and Main streets. The event is free and open to the public.

“Our Unity in Community Festival not only serves as our 2023 fund-raising campaign season kickoff, but also as an opportunity for our community to come learn about our organization, the vital health and human service programs we help support through grant funding and the four new direct service programs that are now offered by United Way of Mesa County,” said Keira Auld, community impact and marketing manager for United Way of Mesa County.

“We are thrilled to say we have 32 local nonprofits joining us this year,” Auld said. “We encourage anyone and everyone to stop by, enjoy the festivities, meet the local agencies that help thousands of our friends and neighbors each year and learn how to get involved.”

The festival will feature tacos from Armando Tacos and cold treats from Kona Ice as well as live music from Tim + Richard. The event also will include a balloon twister, climbing wall, face painting and photo booth.

The festival and activities are free thanks to the support of FCI Constructors in Grand Junction.

For more information about United Way of Mesa County, call (970) 243-5364, or visit www.unitedwaymesacounty.org.