Fashion Week Columbus Finale Runway Show

September 20, 2025 | 6 PM – 10 PMThe Hilton Downtown ColumbusCelebrating 16 Years of Fashion Week Columbus

Fashion Week Columbus 2025 concludes with the 16th Annual Finale Runway Show featuring Celebrity Designer Sammy B, an unforgettable evening that spotlights the designers redefining the future of fashion. Held at the stunning Hilton Downtown, this highly anticipated event features runway presentations from both established and emerging Central Ohio designers, each bringing their signature vision to the stage.

Hosted by Yolanda Harris of 10TV, the Finale Runway Show combines high fashion with high impact, closing out the week with a celebration of artistry, community, and style.

• Celebrity Designer
• by Tiraj Lucas
• by Candace Walker
• by Jasmine Burton
• by Xantha Ward
• by Juan Ferreyros

• 6:00 PM – VIP Reception opens , early access to DJ Lil Ratchet spinning fashionable tunes, fashion presentations & exhibits, cash bar featuring Woodford Reserve signature cocktails, light hors d'oeuvres, a moving fashion show by artist & designer Lynn Hetherington, and Sponsors & Partners get to enjoy the Woodford Reserve Fashion Bar)
• 7:30 PM – General Admission check-in opens
• 7:45 PM – General Admission seating
• 8:00 PM – VIP seating
• 8:30 PM – Opening remarks
• 9:00 PM – Opening act and runway begins
• 9:00 PM – 10:00 PM – Finale Runway Show x 5 Designers + Headline Designer
• 10:00 PM – FWC25 Exclusive Closing Party at The Cave and Bodi (complimentary entry included with GA and VIP tickets)

• Early access to fashion presentations and exhibitions
• Moving fashion show by artist & designer Lynn Heatherington
• Step & Repeat Photo Opp
• DJ Lil Ratchet spinning fashionable tunes during the reception
• Full cash bar featuring Woodford Reserve Signature Cocktails
• Front row or second row runway seating
• Exclusive FWC25 Swag Bag
• A printed FWC25 Lookbook
• Complimentary entry to the Closing Party at The Cave and Bodi
• Sponsors & Partners have access to the Woodford Reserve Fashion Bar

Fashion Week Columbus is the flagship program of the Columbus Fashion Council. Since 2010, we’ve awarded over $65,000 in scholarships to fashion design students across Central Ohio. When you purchase a ticket to the Finale Runway Show, you’re supporting local talent, launching careers, and investing in the creative economy of our city.

Help us reach our goal of $5000 for the CFC Scholarship Fund by .

End the week in style. Be there for the FINALE that everyone will be talking about.

FWC25 Headline Designer Sammy B

Her celebrity-favorite designs have been worn by Beyoncé, Rihanna, Gabrielle Union, Nicki Minaj, and Keke Palmer. She rose to international recognition as a contestant on Project Runway Season 11 and later on Project Runway All Stars. A graduate of Pratt Institute in Brooklyn, she honed her skills at Alexander McQueen’s design studio in London before launching her own label. You,ll be able to see her collection on the Finale Runway Show runway and you can get up close and personal with her at Philanthropy Meets Fashion (Free Event). https://sammybdesigns.com/

About FWC25 Presenting Sponsor Woodford Reserve

Woodford Reserve, “Presenting Sponsor of Fashion Week Columbus” is crafted at the historic Woodford Reserve Distillery, tucked in the heart of thoroughbred country in Versailles, Kentucky. A National Historic Landmark, the Woodford Reserve Distillery represents craftsmanship with a balance of historic heritage and modern practices. Woodford Reserve is a product of the Brown-Forman Corporation, a premier producer and marketer of fine quality beverage alcohol brands including Jack Daniel’s, Diplimatico Rum, Ford’s Gin, Tequila Herradura, Old Forester and Chambord. Please enjoy your bourbon responsibly. To learn more about Woodford Reserve, visit us www.woodfordreserve.com or check us out on Facebook at www.facebook.com/woodfordreserve. Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, 45.2% Alc. by Vol., produced and bottled by the Woodford Reserve Distillery, Versailles, KY ©2025

Info: VIP Experience Includes
Early access to fashion presentations and exhibition
DJ Lil Ratchet spinning fashionable tunes during the reception
Full cash bar featuring Woodford Reserve Signature Cocktails
Front row or second row runway seating
Exclusive FWC25 Swag Bag
A printed FWC25 Lookbook
Complimentary entry to the Closing Party at The Cave and Bodi
Sponsors & Partners have access to the Woodford Reserve Fashion Bar

Info: Please do not arrive earlier than 7:30PM for check-in, as space is limited and you may have to wait outside until doors open.

Info: VIP Guests will be called one section at a time to be seated.

Info: Hosted by 10TV's Yolanda Harris with Opening Remarks by City Council, Franklin County, Columbus Fashion Council, and Woodford Reserve.

Info: Featuring FWC25 Designers:
Celebrity Designer Sammy B
From Tirz by Tiraj Lucas
Elaina B by Candace Walker
Alexandria Jay by Jasmine Burton
House of Xantha by Xantha Ward
Ferreyros Life by Juan Ferreyros

Info: Thank you to The Cave and Bodi for hosting our official closing party for Fashion Week Columbus 2025! Enjoy Woodford Reserve Signature Cocktails at The Cave and Bodi! All TICKET HOLDERS ARE INVITED TO continue the fashion energy at two of Columbus' hottest lounge and bar! Just show your ticket at the door!

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Hilton Columbus Downtown, 402 North High Street, Columbus, United States