Experience Downtown Garner
WHAT’S HAPPENING DOWNTOWN
Celebrate the holidays in downtown garner!
Holiday Cheer Is Coming to Downtown Garner! The holidays are right around the corner, and Downtown Garner is ready to celebrate! From festive storefront windows and our annual tree lighting to family-friendly activities and a hometown Christmas parade, there's plenty...
$6.3M in total downtown investment
More than $6.3 million in investment. Nearly 178,000 annual visits. A growing digital audience. One community working together to move downtown forward. What does downtown revitalization look like in action? In Historic Downtown Garner, it looks like businesses...
Launchgarner celebrates the next generation of garner entrepreneurs
LaunchGARNER Celebrates the Next Generation of Garner Entrepreneurs The Downtown Garner Association and our community partners recently celebrated the LaunchGARNER Class of 2026, recognizing a group of local entrepreneurs who dedicated their time, energy, and...
Downtown Garner is Working in partnership with
Main Street America
As a Main Street America™ Accredited program, the Downtown Garner Association is a recognized leading program among the national network of neighborhoods and communities that share both a commitment to creating high-quality places and to building stronger communities through preservation-based economic development. All Main Street America™ Accredited programs meet a set of National Accreditation Standards of Performance as outlined by the National Main Street Center.
What is a Destination Business?
Certified NC Destination Businesses are locally owned gems in North Carolina’s Main Street communities that turn a simple visit into a memorable adventure. Whether you’re exploring vibrant downtowns, savoring one‑of‑a‑kind flavors, or diving into arts and culture, these businesses invite you to slow down, connect, and experience each community the way locals do. We are excited to showcase these NC Destination Businesses in Downtown Garner:
NC Main Street
The Downtown Garner Association is a North Carolina Main Street community, designated by the N.C. Department of Commerce Main Street & Rural Planning Center. The Downtown Garner Association is charged with administering the program at the local level and building public-private partnerships to spur economic development that achieves measurable results such as investment, business growth, and job creation.