Downtown News

Elk Run Mining Company: A Heart-shaped Box (Filled with Rocks)

February 11, 2019 by Guest

Bella Gelato & Pastries, Clementine, Downtown Barber Shop, Downtown Books, Elk Run Mining Company, Harrisonburg Farmers Market, James Mchone, OASIS Fine Art & Craft, Shenandoah Bicycle Company, Stuart Mercer

Located along downtown Harrisonburg’s Water Street Parking Deck, Elk Run Mining Co.’s colorful, shimmering displays of silver jewelry, pendants, and gemstones, along with his loyal Shih Tzu shop assistant, Leah, are enough to draw in individuals from all walks of life more

Celebrate Valentine’s Day in Downtown Harrisonburg

February 7, 2019 by Rebecca McDonald

Blue Ridge Florist, Bluetique, Flowers, Food, Friendly City Food Co-op, Gifts, Local Businesses, Lola Mo's Delicatessen, Love, Montpelier Restaurant & Bar, Rocktown Kitchen, Sparrow's Flowers, The Lady Jane, The Yellow Button, Valentine's Day

How are you planning to celebrate Valentine's Day? If you're looking for the perfect spot for dinner, gift ideas, or recommendations for a special evening at home, we've got you covered ? more

Downtown’s Newest Addition: Urgie’s Bar at The Carriage House

January 30, 2019 by Rebecca McDonald

Bar, Downtown Harrisonburg, Food, Pale Fire Brewing Company, urban exchange, Urgie's, Urgie's Cheesesteaks

Walking into the newly renovated Carriage House, the new home of Urgie’s Cheesesteaks, it’s difficult to imagine that this brightly lit space used to house offices. With authentic wooden bar tops, massive windows, and a state-of-the-art bar, the new space feels like a place that you’d never want to leave. more

A Healthy Harrisonburg, An Even Healthier You

January 30, 2019 by Noelle Dondero

becky bartells massage therapy, Breathe, carol yoder massage, evolation yoga, four seasons harmony, health, Local, massage, Pale Fire Brewing Company, Restorative Massage Therapy, Shenandoah Yoga, The Center Yoga, Three Notch'd Valley Collab House, wellness, withSimplicity, Yoga

Bring in the new year with these exceptional yoga and massage spots that will relax your body and energize your mind. more

Super Bowl Sunday in Downtown

January 28, 2019 by Rebecca McDonald

Bella Gelato & Pastries, Benny Sorrentino's, Billy Jack's Wing & Draft Shack, Brothers Craft Brewing, Capital Ale House, Downtown, Football, Friendly City Food Co-op, Harrisonburg, Harrisonburg Farmers Market, Jack Brown's Beer & Burger Joint, Jimmy Madison's, Lola Mo's Delicatessen, Ruby's Arcade, Shenandoah Bicycle Company, Shirley's Gourmet Popcorn, Super Bowl, Urgie's Cheesesteaks, Watch Parties

Downtown Harrisonburg is the place to go for all your Super Bowl Sunday needs. From great watch parties to restaurants providing the perfect game day meal, they've got it all. more

HDR Seeks Director of Marketing

January 8, 2019 by Kim Kirk

is seeking an experienced marketing professional to lead our organizational storytelling and marketing of downtown Harrisonburg to the local and regional area. The Director of Marketing sets the organization’s marketing, promotions, and communications direction; has creative control over strategy and implementation; designs and implements marketing plans and campaigns for the downtown district overall as well as for individual HDR programs and projects. more

Top 5 Highlights of 2018

December 31, 2018 by Kim Kirk

Bricks & Clicks, downtown brand, Downtown Destination Grant, Downtown Dinner Party, Friends of Downtown, Harrisonburg Radio Group, HDR Friends, Pendleton Community Bank, WHSV

2018 was an amazing year for downtown and our organization. There were a lot of fun and memorable moments, but here's some of our favorites! more

New Year, New Chef and New Menu at Food.Bar.Food

December 19, 2018 by Kim Kirk

Amanda Cannon, bella luna, Brunch, Catering, Chef Beau, culinary classes, culinary district, Food.Bar.Food, global food, James Madison University, JMU, Joshua Wilton House Restaurant & Inn, late-night menu, Neal Beaver, New Years Eve, Restaurant, Wade's Mill

2019 is a big year for Food.Bar.Food. Check out what's coming up for this award-winning restaurant. more

Feel the Holiday Spirit in Downtown

December 6, 2018 by Guest

Christmas, Downtown Harrisonburg, Drinks, Events, Food, Gaines Group Architects, Glen's Fair Price Store, Holidays, parade, photos with Santa, popcorn, Rocktown Bicycles, Shenandoah Bicycle Company, Shirley's Gourmet Popcorn, snacks

Want to know everything happening in downtown for the big parade? Here's a list of all the fun and cool things the businesses are helping out with! more

NYE Celebrations in Downtown

November 30, 2018 by Rania Zaied

Downtown Harrisonburg, Event, New Years Eve, Party

Looking for the perfect way to welcome in the New Year? Downtown Harrisonburg has you covered! We've got the inside scoop on all the wonderful events going on this upcoming New Years Eve. more