A thriving atmosphere for business, residents & visitors

We are an organization of over 200 local businesses and hundreds of volunteers, working together to build a vibrant and prosperous region, community, and downtown core.

A thriving atmosphere for business, residents & visitors

We are an organization of over 200 local businesses and hundreds of volunteers, working together to build a vibrant and properous region, community, and downtown core.

Announcements

GBO - no parking

Food Truck Fest & GBO Players Party! 6PM – 10PM

Please do not park in the 600 & 700 blocks of Commercial and 7th Ave...
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Athletes of the Week for April 19, 2025.

Emporia High School - Allie Weiss, girls divingArea - Kasen Parsons, Osage City Schools track and field
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Downtown Water Meter Replacements Start MONDAY!

IMPORTANT! - The city will have a contractor starting water meter replacement on Monday, April...
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Athletes of the Week for April 12, 2025.

Athletes of the Week for April 12, 2025. Emporia High School - Madden Seidl, baseballArea...

Latest articles

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The Shifting Market – What to watch as you reposition your business

It sounds trite to repeat the old adage that "the only constant in life is change", but it's true. For entrepreneurs, the ability to manage changing markets, consumer expectations, legislative...

Upcoming Opportunities – RSVP or Sign Up for Some Chances to GROW!

Emporia Main Street listens to our community partners, particularly when they express an interest in learning more about a topic, improving traffic, or generating community pride. With that said, there...

Spring Cleaning Mentality – Looking forward to a new opportunities in the second quarter

The first quarter has been weird. Strange weather patterns caused more shut downs and traffic variability than in recent memory. Local, regional, and national trends have people attempting to keep...

When Windows are More Than Windows – The impact of revitalization efforts and the choice to reinvest

Legend has it that the American Revolution was planned in a pub. While that may seem like a random way to start an article, it perfectly underscores an exciting transformation...

Grant Opportunities – One local and one regional grant workshop may help set area organizations and communities up for successful projects

Two grant workshops recently opened for registration that can help organizations and communities seek funding for related projects. Utilizing alternative finance is important as we seek to build a better...

Upcoming Events

Apr 30 , 2025
5:15 pm - 8:00 p.m.
May 1 - Aug 15 , 2025
May 3 , 2025
11 am - 4
Sep 13 , 2025
7:00 am - 4:00 pm

Latest Social Posts

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Here is the layout for this evening! Vendors are in the 600 & 700 blocks of Commercial Street and the Band Sam and the Firewatchers (plus dining area will be on West Side of 7th Ave). Looking forward to a great night! Common Consumption Area is also open! ... See MoreSee Less

Here is the layout for this evening! Vendors are in the 600 & 700 blocks of Commercial Street and the Band Sam and the Firewatchers (plus dining area will be on West Side of 7th Ave). Looking forward to a great night! Common Consumption Area is also open!Image attachment

BG Consultants, Inc. is next up on our member spotlight series! At BG Consultants their mission is to provide client-focused service through integrated design solutions. We are lucky to have them in our community! ... See MoreSee Less

BG Consultants, Inc. is next up on our member spotlight series! At BG Consultants their mission is to provide client-focused service through integrated design solutions. We are lucky to have them in our community!
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