Main Street Messenger Newsletter

November & December | 2025

Scarecrow Fest 2025 Winner

With the end of October so comes the end of Scarecrow Fest. This year Massey Gordon received the most votes and received the Scarecrow Fest Trophy. Bridals by Gilbert and Ghost Runner Pizza received 2nd and 3rd place respectively.

Shop Small Pass

In support of shopping local this holiday season, we will be rolling out a Shop Small Holiday Pass from November 1 - December 31. Customers will sign up for the free pass and "check-in" when visiting retail stores and restaurants by scanning a QR code that will be provided to you. Customers will receive points for checking in and can redeem points for raffle tickets for a chance to win $250 Downtown Dollars.

Tree Lighting Ceremony | Nov. 29 at 6pm

Enjoy a magical evening ceremony as we light the giant Christmas Tree on the City Hall lawn to officially ring in the holiday season! This is a downtown tradition that you do not want to miss

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Key to the Downtown District Recognition Presentations

Historic Downtown Perry is rolling out the red carpet for our business community with a new way to celebrate milestones!

The Keys to the Downtown District program is a special welcome and recognition ceremony for new businesses, expansions, new locations, anniversaries, and other special occasions within the Downtown District.

Rather than a traditional ribbon cutting, this celebration includes the presentation of a ceremonial key—symbolizing your valued place in our thriving downtown. It's our way of saying thank you for choosing to invest in Perry and be part of what makes our community so special.

Business can self-submit for a Key to the Downtown District to highlight a celebration or achievement.

So far, we have recognized Clover Wine Merchant, Landmark Realty, Sole Shoe Co., Trattoria di Napoli, the Perry Area Chamber of Commerce, and Sweet Evelyn's.

On November 6 at 3pm, we will be recognizing Mossy Creek Natural for 10 years in Downtown Perry!

Downtown Holiday Events & Activities

Downtown Holiday Trolley Tours

Join us for the 2025 Holiday History Trolley Tours, December 9-11. We’re thrilled to have you join us on this journey through time as we explore the fascinating stories and rich history of Historic Downtown Perry. From historic landmarks and architecture to the people and events that have left their mark, each stop on this tour will connect us to the legacy of those who came before us. Take in the festive decorations and imagine what life was like in Perry two centuries ago. Our history is full of resilience, celebration, and community, and it’s thanks to our incredible citizens—past and present—that we’re able to continue this tradition.

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Holiday Shop Late | December 11

We've seen growing success in seasonal shop late evenings in support of retail shopping and restaurant drink specials! For the Christmas Season, on Thursday, December 11, we will have a Holiday Shop Late evening. This will be on the last night of the holiday trolley tours so there already will be additional people downtown.

Join us for a Winter Wonderland in Historic Downtown Perry on Saturday, December 13 from 12pm - 4pm! While shopping local, families and kids can participate in activities such as ornament decorating and writing letters to Santa. In between shop visits and lunch, take a ride on the trackless train as it takes laps around the City Hall square. Enjoy a magical Saturday afternoon in Historic Downtown Perry!

This Second Saturday Artisan Showcase is a pop-up expansion of the weekly Perry Farmers Market! The showcase will create a special place and opportunity for the community in Downtown Perry by activating more of downtown during the busiest season in Historic Downtown Perry. You will be able to find handmade crafts, gifts, and baked goods.

Vendors have already been selected.

Downtown Merchant Meetings

To help keep business owners and property owners informed on projects and initiatives going on downtown, Downtown Merchant Meetings are hosted every-other month. The next scheduled meeting is Thursday, November 6 at 9:00am in the Council Chambers of Perry City Hall. Following that meeting, the next one will be on Thursday, January 8 at 9am.

Monthly Meetings (All meet in the Economic Development Conference Room of City Hall)

Main Street Advisory Board | 1st Thursday of the Month | 4:00pm
Promotions Committee | 3rd Wednesday of the Month | 12:00pm
Downtown Development Authority | 4th Monday of the Month | 5:00pm

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