Downtown Bessemer City

06/19/2026

It’s a beautiful day in downtown Bessemer City!

Lofts at Osage Mill

06/18/2026

Another great opportunity to volunteer and make a difference in this community! 🤩

06/03/2026

Even if you're not a board member, you can still volunteer! If you have a calling to grow the downtown, and you're willing to put in the work, we'll be happy to have ya! 😉

Being a City with a Heart Starts With You!

Bessemer City and community organizations/non-profits offer opportunities for volunteerism. If you are interested in volunteering and giving back, we invite you to be part of something greater than yourself.

Volunteering is not only about lending a helping hand—it’s about creating connections, finding purpose, and living out the spirit of Heartfelt Living. Every hour of service strengthens our community, uplifts neighbors, and builds a legacy of care that will carry forward for generations.

Your time and talents can make a lasting impact—sign up today and help us continue shaping Bessemer City into a place where kindness and service thrive!



VISIT https://bessemercity.com/volunteer/ TO SIGN UP TODAY!!!

05/12/2026

Picture this! 👐

We want to hear from the community...what would you like to see in this building? We want to inspire property owners and potential business owners to "see the vision" for what success could look like. Getting feedback and sharing it with the owners can be a great benefit to see the demand from the community!

I'll be posting more as we go along, but what do you think for this one? 😊

05/06/2026

Down Home Festival is this weekend! Who remembers when it was only one day instead of two? 👀

This is a great time to check out what businesses are in downtown so you can come back to visit anytime. 😁

Photos: A look back at the annual Bessemer City Down Home Festival which begins this Thursday and runs through Saturday. See link below ⬇️

📸 Mike Hensdill/GASTON GAZETTE

04/22/2026

04/17/2026

Introducing our Business Hub page! Please check this out for resources to help with starting a business, getting utilities cut on, answering permitting/zoning questions, accessing forms, and more!

https://bessemercity.com/business-hub/

This page may update with time to include data we may receive, such as demographics, to help with business decision-making, so please be aware that there will likely be changes as we continue to grow and find things that will help!

Welcome to the City’s Business Hub—your starting point for doing business, growing your investment, and connecting with the resources you need to succeed. Whether you are launching a new venture or expanding an existing operation, this page is designed to guide you to key tools, contacts, and in...

04/09/2026

Don’t miss out on our Bessemer City Alive! Concert and Cruise In on Friday, April 17th featuring LIVE music by The Tonez!🎶

Cruise-in starts at 4PM and Concert starts at 6PM.

04/09/2026

Do we have any local business owners looking to expand? 👀
How about someone looking to start a new business?

We're working on including a section on our website to include business friendly links and resources to make sure you have all the tools you need to be successful. Whether you're expanding, staying, or starting, we want to see you succeed!

Reach out to me if you have any questions or need some guidance:
[email protected]