Main Street Delaware, Inc.

Main Street Delaware, Inc. Main Street Delaware's mission is to create a vibrant downtown experience for all. Organization. . . Promotion. . . Design. . . Business Enhancement. . .
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Four-Point Approach
The Main Street Four-Point Approach™ is a comprehensive strategy that is tailored to meet local needs and opportunities. It encompasses work in four distinct areas, which are represented in our committees -- Design, Business Enhancement, Promotion, and Organization. Focusing on these four areas helps to create a balanced downtown and combine to address all of the commercial dis

trict's needs. This philosophy and the Eight Guiding Principles behind it make this method an effective tool for community-based, grassroots revitalization efforts. The Main Street approach has been successful in communities of all sizes, both rural and urban.Described below are the four points of the Main Street approach, which work together to build a sustainable and complete community revitalization effort. gets everyone working toward the same goal and assembling the appropriate human and financial resources to implement a Main Street revitalization program. A governing board and standing committees make up the fundamental organizational structure of the volunteer-driven program. Volunteers are coordinated and supported by a paid program director. This structure not only divides the workload and clearly delineates responsibilities, but also builds consensus and cooperation. sells a positive image of the commercial district and encourages consumers and investors to live, work, shop, play and invest in the Main Street district. By marketing a district's unique characteristics to residents, investors, business owners, and visitors, an effective promotional strategy forges a positive image through advertising, retail promotional activity, special events, and marketing campaigns carried out by local volunteers. These activities improve consumer and investor confidence in the district and encourage commercial activity and investment in the area. means getting Main Street into top physical shape. Capitalizing on its best assets, such as historic buildings and pedestrian-oriented streets, is just part of it. An inviting atmosphere, created through attractive window displays, parking areas, building improvements, street furniture, signs, sidewalks, street lights, and landscaping, conveys a positive visual message about the commercial district and what it has to offer. Design activities also include instilling good maintenance practices in the commercial district, enhancing the physical appearance of the commercial district by rehabilitating historic buildings, encouraging appropriate new construction, developing sensitive design management systems, and long-term planning. strengthens a community's existing economic assets while expanding and diversifying its economic base. The Main Street program helps sharpen the competitiveness of existing business owners and recruits compatible new businesses and new economic uses to build a commercial district that responds to today's consumer needs. Converting unused or underused commercial space into economically productive property also helps boost the district.

06/17/2026

Our Executive Director, Courtney Graf, was featured on Destination Delaware County Ohio DLZ Podcast! Go give it a listen! 🎙

Don't forget to stop by Ciao Cafe tomorrow for Savor Downtown Delaware! Give back to Main Street, and support an awesome...
06/17/2026

Don't forget to stop by Ciao Cafe tomorrow for Savor Downtown Delaware! Give back to Main Street, and support an awesome downtown business - it's a win, win!

We love this annual event that takes place in Downtown Delaware each year! Tickets are still available, you don't want t...
06/17/2026

We love this annual event that takes place in Downtown Delaware each year! Tickets are still available, you don't want to miss it!
https://www.tasteofdelaware.org/

Join us for Taste of Downtown Delaware for a culinary event that showcases local dishes and vibrant flavors. Reserve your spot for an unforgettable tasting experience.

Another beautiful day for the Farmers’ Market, see you soon! We’re here until noon!
06/13/2026

Another beautiful day for the Farmers’ Market, see you soon! We’re here until noon!

We couldn’t agree more! Happy Friday everyone - spend the day with us . Grab a bite, shop local and stroll our beautifu...
06/12/2026

We couldn’t agree more! Happy Friday everyone - spend the day with us .

Grab a bite, shop local and stroll our beautiful downtown!

🌈Happy Friday Delaware! Shout out to Fire Chief Tim Pyle for taking this cool photo early this morning! 📷
He says it’s proof the pot of gold is downtown Delaware and we agree! Make it a great day!

Join us this Wednesday, as we kick off the Summer on Winter Concert Series with The Gentlemen of the road!
06/08/2026

Join us this Wednesday, as we kick off the Summer on Winter Concert Series with The Gentlemen of the road!

The perfect way to start your Saturday - with the Farmers’ Market on Sandusky Street between Winter and William from 9 a...
06/06/2026

The perfect way to start your Saturday - with the Farmers’ Market on Sandusky Street between Winter and William from 9 am to noon! Grab a coffee and breakfast, shop the market, shop our downtown stores, and then stay for lunch while you’re at it! Downtown Delaware is the place to be!

06/04/2026

This is a great reminder for all bike & scooter users as we gear up for a great First Friday in downtown Delaware tomorrow! Take a moment to watch this video from our Chief of the Delaware, Ohio Police Department - it's got some great tid-bits!

Join us for the first of TWO Savor Downtown Delaware events in June at Ciao Cafe on Thursday, June 18! Stop by for a dri...
06/02/2026

Join us for the first of TWO Savor Downtown Delaware events in June at Ciao Cafe on Thursday, June 18! Stop by for a drink, snack, lunch, or after dinner treat (or all of the above) anytime from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. that day! 🍨
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Ciao will be donating 20% of their proceeds back to Main Street Delaware from that day to help us continue to create a vibrant downtown experience for all!
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No coupons. No codes. Just show up, savor downtown, and give back.

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20 E William Street
Delaware, OH
43015

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10am - 3pm
Wednesday 10am - 3pm
Thursday 10am - 3pm
Friday 10am - 3pm

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