“Let’s Meet Downtown” for the ultimate summer evening! Grab your friends, family and neighbors and join us on the first Thursday of June, July, August, and September (added for 2023!) along the new streetscape in Downtown Owatonna.
June 1, July 6, August 3, and September 7, 2023
Downtown Thursdays will take place at Central Park and the 100-300 blocks of Cedar Avenue. Live music will play throughout the evening at Central Park and in the 300 block on Cedar Ave. Food trucks will line up around Central Park and on Cedar Avenue along with our local eating establishments.
Vendors will sell handmade goods and local businesses open extended hours in Downtown Owatonna. The event starts at 5:00pm.
View the vendors on Google Maps!
Look here for updates on special activities each night or join our Facebook page Downtown Owatonna for the latest news regarding MainStreet!
Thank you to the 2023 Headline Sponsor, REM Woodvale!
More sponsorship opportunities available. Click here for: 2023 Sponsor Application and Sponsorship-Levels-2023. See vendor applications at the bottom of the page.
M u s i c L i n e – U p s
5:30-7pm – Stage on the north end of the 300 block on Cedar Ave
June 1
Eclipse is a versatile and unique duo. Throughout their 25-year history they have performed on cruise ships and at outdoor festivals, country clubs and private parties. This talented and entertaining duo has a crowd-pleasing repertoire that will take you on a nostalgic musical journey from the 50’s to the 80’s that includes Classic Rock, Oldies, Country, Disco and Line Dances.
July 6
The Shifties is a 4-piece group playing acoustic rock, country, pop, and even rap. Whatever you want!
August 3
GTX offers not only great music but an entertaining show – crowd involvement is a must!
September 7
Little Chicago is a horn band for hits of the 1960s and 1970s, based in New Prague.
7-9pm – Stage in Central Park
June 1
Branded: Hot Country is a unique collaboration of four extremely talented musicians, brought together through their love of country music! What sets Branded apart is their incredible vocal ability and their tight, true, three-part harmonies. Combining their naturally high energy, unparalleled musicianship, and vocal prowess creates an unforgettable experience for audiences of all ages!
July 6
Dee Miller Band is a Twin Cities blues band of distinction performing at festivals and venues in the Midwest.
August 3
Geoff Elvee is a singer/songwriter who performs country and Americana.
September 7
Jeremy Poland & Lantz Dale play a wide variety of styles. Enjoy the heart wrenching, breathtaking vocals in their original acoustic music.
V E N U E I n f o r m a t i o n
Take a moment to acquaint yourself with the Downtown Thursday layout.
Road closures happen at N. Cedar Ave on the corners of Broadway St and Pearl St W, Vine St W at N. Cedar Ave intersection. Parking is available throughout downtown and certain parking lots. No parking on closed roads and around Central Park.
Vendor and Sponsor Opportunities
Downtown Thursdays wouldn’t be possible without help from our sponsors and vendors.
Want to be a vendor? Click on the appropriate application and email, mail or drop off with payment as soon as you can – spots are limited!
2023 Handmade Vendor Application
2023 Home-Based Business Application
2023 Downtown Commercial Business Application (Located in the MainStreet District)
