CERTIFICATE OF INSURANCE

In order to participate at First Fridays, ALL approved vendors must carry a minimum of $1,000,000 liability insurance and are required to provide a Certificate of Insurance naming the City of Columbia and Columbia Main Street Corporation as additional insured. Additionally, the certificate’s “Description of Operations” should state it’s for “First Fridays in Downtown Columbia, TN.” Failure to provide a certificate of insurance results in forfeiture of participation.

Example with correct information (Description of Operations and Certificate Holder fields): 



You will see a few insurance options listed below for you to consider, but you are not required to use one that is listed. Please feel free to reach out to your regular insurance provider as well.

OPTION 1: Artisan Crafters & Tradesmen (ACT) Insurance
Artisan Crafters & Tradesmen (ACT) Insurance is offering a $10 discount on their policies. This insurance is for non-food liability coverage; therefore, ACT policies cover artists, crafters, and tradesmen. Learn more by clicking HERE. 
Discount Code: picktn 
 
OPTION 2: Food Liability Insurance Program (FLIP)
Food Liability Insurance Program (FLIP) is offering a $10 discount on their policies. This insurance is for food vendor liability coverage. This insurance is for food vendor liability coverage. Learn more by clicking HERE. 
Discount Code: picktn 
 
OPTION 3: Thimble 
Thimble is an insurance provider that offers general liability insurance for your business. Learn more by clicking HERE. 
If you choose this option, please carefully read the instructions to select the correct options and add your additional insureds. 
 
OPTION 4: Your Regular Insurance Provider 
Reach out to your regular insurance provider and ask them about getting a Certificate of Insurance for the First Fridays event. 
 
Questions? Please contact Columbia Main Street First Fridays Committee: events@columbiamainstreet.org