Join local leaders and experts in commercial district stewardship from across the country for three days of insightful education sessions, unique special events, immersive mobile workshops, and memorable experiences in Philadelphia.
From downtowns in rural places to commercial corridors in cities, the Main Street Now Conference offers time-tested approaches, new techniques, and opportunities to exchange ideas designed to help your team address pressing issues impacting your community.
Discounts and special rates are available to Main Street America members, civic leaders, and students. For additional savings, register by the early bird or regular online deadlines.
Early Bird (ends February 4*): $465 Member, $655 Non-Member
Regular (ends March 31*): $565 Member, $755 Non-Member
On-site (April 6 – 9): $775 Member and Non-Member
One Day: $399 Online, $425 On-site
Civic Leader: $200 Online, $225 On-site
Student: $200 Online, $225 On-site
Exhibitor: Sold out! To inquire about waitlist options, please email samraen@mainstreet.org.
Main Street Now 2025 will take place at the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown. Located in the heart of City Center at 1201 Market Street, Philadelphia Marriott Downtown makes the entire conference and city easily accessible.
Specially priced rooms for conference attendees are available at the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown and nearby hotels. Conference rooms are limited and available on a first-come, first-reserved basis—act now!
Meet new people and connect with colleagues from across the Main Street network! From scheduled network-building activities and fun events to impromptu encounters at sessions and during breaks, you’ll find unlimited opportunities to meet up will colleagues, develop professional relationships, and lean into the community that surrounds you at Main Street Now.
Tap into the expertise of your peers, industry professionals, and supporters. With 100+ education sessions and mobile workshops, learn how to leverage time-tested techniques rooted in the Main Street Approach and innovative methods to support your community’s Main Street efforts. Come with an open mind and return home with knowledge backed with tangible takeaways.
When Main Streeters get together, it’s magic. And when they gather for the largest convening of place professionals, the energy is electric. From the Welcome Reception to the Big Bash, you’ll find a plethora of celebratory moments—big and small—that will leave you feeling rejuvenated, energized, and inspired to take your organization’s Main Street efforts to the next level!
Rooted in foundational topics and inspired by feedback from the Main Street network, this year’s schedule is bursting with opportunities to connect, learn, and celebrate. Check it out!
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Read MoreThe Main Street Now Conference is a one-of-a-kind event, providing attendees with an opportunity to convene and learn about the innovative methods and practices that make the Main Street Approach™ one of the most powerful economic development tools in the nation. It is hosted by Main Street America, a nonprofit organization leading the movement committed to strengthening communities through preservation-based economic development in older and historic downtowns and neighborhood commercial districts.
