Main Street After Dark Workshop

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Main Street After Dark: Nighttime Events and Entertainment as Catalysts for 

Economic & Community Development

Are you ready to revitalize your city's nightlife and turn your downtown into a vibrant hub of activity? *Main Street After Dark* is a dynamic workshop designed to help small cities harness the power of events and entertainment to stimulate economic growth and community engagement.

Workshop Overview:

Main Street After Dark equips local leaders, business owners, and community organizers with actionable strategies to create a bustling, energized downtown after hours. Through this interactive workshop, you'll learn how to:

- Transform your city’s public spaces into lively night scenes

- Drive economic vitality through creative collaborations and events

- Ensure your events are safe, welcoming, and well-promoted

Key Topics Covered:

1. Lighting for Impact and Ambiance

- Discover how strategic lighting can create a welcoming, festive atmosphere.

2. Security and Safety Planning

- Learn best practices for keeping your community safe during events.

3. Entertainment & Music

- Explore ideas for live performances and music that draw in crowds and keep them engaged.

4. Collaborative Partnerships

- Maximize success by working with local businesses, nonprofits, and volunteers.

5. Themed Events & Cause Marketing

- Create immersive themes that resonate with your community, plus use cause marketing to create a win-win-win for everyone.

6. Marketing Your Event

- Get practical tips for promoting your events through both traditional and digital platforms.

7. Volunteer and Affinity Group Engagement

- Engage volunteers and affinity groups to ensure your event’s success while building community ownership.

Who Should Attend:

- City and town managers

- Economic development officers

- Community organizers

- Local business owners

- Event planners

- Nonprofit leaders

Why Attend?

- Ignite Economic Growth: Boost your local economy with thriving nighttime activity.

- Build Stronger Communities: Strengthen the fabric of your community by bringing people together.

- Create Memorable Experiences: Learn how to create memorable events that people will talk about for years.

Join us for Main Street After Dark and light up your city’s nightlife!

Workshops are presented at the location of your choice.  We can also arrange for an event venue with or without logding.  A fun comedy/mystery  dinner theatre production, starring  willing workshop participants and directed by our talented staff, can be added on if an evening component is desired.  The dinner theatre is themed to match the workshop. 

Prices for the 2-day workshop are determined by the dates, location, and add-ons and start at $ 2500.