Experience Downtown Garner
WHAT’S HAPPENING DOWNTOWN
Hop In and Help Fund a Scholarship
If you’ve ever wished your sweet tooth could do some actual good in the world… welcome. The Garner Woman’s Club is back with our fan-favorite spring fundraiser: Little Miss Cottentail’s Peanut Butter Eggs and yes, they are dangerously good. These handmade, semi-sweet...
BLOOD DRIVE – COMMUNITY INVITED TO ROLL UP A SLEEVE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJanuary 27, 2026 Blood Drive to Be Held March 20 in Garner; Community Invited to Donate and Help Save Lives GARNER, N.C. — Community members are invited to roll up a sleeve and make a lifesaving impact at a local blood drive on Thursday, March 20,...
Partner with Downtown Garner in 2026
Downtown Garner continues to grow as a vibrant hub for community connection, local business, and unforgettable experiences—and our sponsors play a vital role in making it all happen. As we look ahead to 2026, the Downtown Garner Association (DGA) is excited to offer a...
Downtown Garner is Working in partnership with
Main Street America
Main Street America™ has been helping revitalize older and historic commercial districts for more than 35 years. Today it is a network of more than 1,600 neighborhoods and communities, rural and urban, who share both a commtiment to place and to building stronger communities through preservation-based economic development. Main Street America is a program of the nonprofit National Main Street Center, a subsidiary of the National Trust for Historic Preservation.
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
Garner is a North Carolina Main Street community, designated by the N.C. Department of Commerce Main Street & Rural Planning Center. Downtown Garner 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.