Main Street Union City, TN

10/31/2026

🎃🍬 WHAT AN INCREDIBLE AFTERNOON IN DOWNTOWN UNION CITY! 🍬🎃

WOW! What a turnout! Yesterday’s Downtown Trick-or-Treat was an overwhelming success, with a few thousand people filling our downtown streets for an afternoon of costumes, candy, and community fun!

From superheroes and princesses to some of the most creative costumes we’ve ever seen, downtown was absolutely FULL of Halloween spirit! 👻 We loved seeing so many smiling faces, families making memories, and our community coming together for such a special tradition.

Of course, an event of this size doesn’t happen without a whole lot of helping hands, and we have some very special people to thank!

🍭 To our participating organizations: THANK YOU for showing up, setting up, and helping us expand this year’s event along Washington Street! Your willingness to give your time, resources, and candy helped make the afternoon even more special for our kiddos.

🏬 To our downtown business and building owners: THANK YOU for continuing to embrace this tradition and generously treating the hundreds upon hundreds of little visitors who made their way through your doors and along our sidewalks. You are the heart of what makes downtown Union City so special!

We also want to extend a VERY special thank you to the partners who helped make this event possible:

🚓 Union City, Tennessee, Police Department - Thank you for your tremendous assistance in planning and coordinating this event and, most importantly, for helping keep our children, parents, and guardians safe throughout the afternoon. (A special shoutout to Brandon Adams for so much behind the scenes work!)

🚧 Union City Public Works — Thank you for providing the barricades that helped us create a safer, pedestrian-friendly environment for everyone.

🤝 Obion County Chamber of Commerce and Discover Reelfoot - Thank you for lending helping hands during setup and takedown! Having community partners willing to jump in and help makes all the difference.

🪧 Union City Parks and Recreation - Thank you for partnering with us to safely remove our Downtown Heroes Banner and put up our “Shop, Eat, Live, Play” banners in time for the holidays!

And finally, THANK YOU to every family who chose to spend their Friday afternoon with us! ❤️

We know events like this can bring big crowds, and we appreciate everyone’s patience, cooperation, and willingness to help us make this year’s event a success.

Seeing a few thousand people enjoying our downtown, supporting our businesses, and making memories together is exactly why we love doing what we do.

Downtown Union City, you showed up and showed OUT! 🎃🧡

Until next year, Happy Halloween from Main Street Union City! 👻🍬

10/30/2026

It’s almost time! ✨🎃🍭

Downtown Trick or Treating starts at 3 today!

Be sure to check out the map and please no parking on 1st Street for the safety of all the kiddos.

Also, be sure to check out all of downtown! Other businesses around us will be participating that aren’t on First Street!

Here’s a few to add to your stops that have reached out and said they are participating today!
- Tiny Baker
- The Laundry Co - Union City
- Johnson Heating & Air Inc.

If you want a special shout out, comment below and we will add you to this list!

PLEASE READ BEFORE YOU TRICK-OR-TREAT! 🎃

Downtown Trick-or-Treat is coming up on Friday, October 30, from 3:00–5:00 PM! We're excited to welcome all of our little ghosts, goblins, princesses, and superheroes downtown for an afternoon of Halloween fun!

🚨 IMPORTANT: PLEASE FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONAL ARROWS ON THE MAP!

This year, we're asking everyone to walk in ONE DIRECTION on each side of the street, following the yellow dotted arrows on the map.

This means pedestrian traffic will flow in one direction on one side of the street and the opposite direction on the other side.

We're making this change to help reduce congestion, prevent families from constantly crossing paths, and create a safer, more comfortable experience for everyone. We know downtown can get crowded, and a little cooperation will go a LONG way! ❤️

🗺️ HERE'S HOW TO READ OUR MAP:

🟢 GREEN: FREE public parking areas.

🔴 RED: Streets that will be barricaded and closed to vehicle traffic to provide a safer walking environment for our trick-or-treaters.

🟣 LIGHT PURPLE: Areas where participating community organizations will be set up distributing candy along Washington Street toward the courthouse.

🟡 YELLOW DOTTED ARROWS: The direction we ask everyone to walk. Please follow these arrows throughout the event! If you follow the arrows, you will eventually circle back around to where you entered First Street.

🍬 DON'T FORGET TO EXPLORE ALL OF DOWNTOWN!

Our wonderful downtown businesses will be set up outside their storefronts handing out candy, just as they have in years past!

But remember, the businesses located along the red lines aren't the ONLY downtown businesses participating! Just because a business isn't located on First Street or along a barricaded road doesn't mean they aren't welcoming trick-or-treaters!

We encourage families to explore our side streets and visit the many businesses throughout downtown. You never know where you might find another sweet treat! 🍭

Please remember that streets outside the barricaded areas may remain open to vehicle traffic, so use extra caution when exploring.

We're looking forward to another fun afternoon in downtown Union City! Please take a moment to review the map before arriving, share it with friends and family, and help us keep things moving safely and smoothly.

A little planning, a little patience, and a whole lot of candy and fun! 🎃🍭

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¡POR FAVOR, LEAN ESTA INFORMACIÓN ANTES DE VENIR A PEDIR DULCES! 🎃

¡Nuestro evento de Dulce o Truco en el centro de Union City será el viernes 30 de octubre, de 3:00 a 5:00 p. m.! 👻🍬

¡Estamos muy emocionados de recibir a todas las familias para disfrutar de una tarde llena de diversión y dulces!

🚨 IMPORTANTE: ¡POR FAVOR, SIGAN LAS FLECHAS DE DIRECCIÓN EN EL MAPA! 🚨

Este año les pedimos a todos que caminen en UNA SOLA DIRECCIÓN por cada lado de la calle, siguiendo las flechas amarillas punteadas del mapa.

Esto significa que las personas caminarán en una dirección por un lado de la calle y en la dirección contraria por el otro lado.

Este cambio nos ayudará a reducir las aglomeraciones, evitar que las familias se crucen constantemente y crear una experiencia más segura y cómoda para todos. ¡Su cooperación hará una GRAN diferencia! ❤️

🗺️ CÓMO INTERPRETAR NUESTRO MAPA:

🟢 VERDE: Estacionamiento público GRATUITO.

🔴 ROJO: Calles que estarán cerradas al tráfico de vehículos con barricadas para que los niños y sus familias puedan caminar de manera más segura.

🟣 MORADO CLARO: Áreas donde las organizaciones comunitarias participantes estarán repartiendo dulces a lo largo de Washington Street, en dirección al juzgado.

🟡 FLECHAS AMARILLAS PUNTEADAS: Indican la dirección en la que les pedimos caminar. ¡Por favor, sigan estas flechas durante todo el evento!

🍬 ¡NO OLVIDEN EXPLORAR TODO EL CENTRO!

¡Nuestros maravillosos negocios del centro también estarán afuera de sus establecimientos repartiendo dulces, como lo han hecho en años anteriores!

¡Pero recuerden que los negocios ubicados a lo largo de las líneas rojas NO son los únicos que participan! Que un negocio no esté ubicado en First Street o en una calle cerrada al tráfico no significa que no esté recibiendo a los niños para repartirles dulces.

Animamos a todas las familias a explorar las calles laterales y visitar los diferentes negocios de nuestro centro. ¡Nunca saben dónde podrán encontrar otra dulce sorpresa! 🍭

Recuerden que las calles fuera de las áreas cerradas pueden permanecer abiertas al tráfico de vehículos. ¡Por favor, tengan mucho cuidado al caminar por ellas!

¡Esperamos disfrutar de otra tarde maravillosa en el centro de Union City! Les pedimos que revisen el mapa antes de llegar, lo compartan con sus amigos y familiares, y nos ayuden a mantener un ambiente seguro y organizado.

¡Un poquito de planificación, un poquito de paciencia y muchísimos dulces! 🎃🍭

10/30/2026

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NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee and Deputy Gov. and Department of Economic and Community Development (TNECD) Commissioner Stuart C. McWhorter announced today the 14 Tennessee Main Street and Tennessee Downtowns communities that are recipients of Downtown Improvement Grants (DIGs). “Ou...

10/28/2026

BIG news for downtown Union City! 🎉

We are thrilled to announce that Main Street Union City has been awarded a $300,000 Downtown Improvement Grant through the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development (TNECD)!

And there's even more to celebrate! This marks our SECOND $300,000 Downtown Improvement Grant, following our first award in 2023!

Main Street Union City is proud to be one of just 14 communities across Tennessee selected to receive funding this year, with more than $3.9 million awarded statewide.

This investment will allow us to continue preserving the historic charm of downtown Union City, enhancing commercial properties, and supporting the continued growth and revitalization of our downtown district.

But this grant represents more than improvements to buildings. It's an investment in the heart of our community, the people who believe in its potential, and the future of downtown Union City.

We are incredibly grateful to TNECD, our downtown property owners, local leadership, and community partners whose continued support makes opportunities like this possible.

$300,000. One historic downtown. A bright future ahead. ❤️

Read the official announcement from the State of Tennessee:
https://tnecd.com/news/governor-lee-deputy-governor-and-commissioner-mcwhorter-announce-downtown-improvement-grant-recipients-2/



Tennessee Main Street Program Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development

10/27/2026

We love seeing progress in motion downtown! 👏🎶

If you’ve been by For the Record lately, you may have noticed some work underway. New windows are being installed as part of their 2026 Main Street Union City Microgrant project!

This project is one piece of a larger effort to help downtown property owners and businesses invest in their spaces, preserve the character of our historic district, and keep moving downtown Union City forward.

There is something exciting about seeing grant dollars turn into real, visible improvements by one window, one storefront, and one project at a time.

We’re excited to watch this one continue taking shape! ❤️

10/26/2026

PLEASE READ BEFORE YOU TRICK-OR-TREAT! 🎃

Downtown Trick-or-Treat is coming up on Friday, October 30, from 3:00–5:00 PM! We're excited to welcome all of our little ghosts, goblins, princesses, and superheroes downtown for an afternoon of Halloween fun!

🚨 IMPORTANT: PLEASE FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONAL ARROWS ON THE MAP!

This year, we're asking everyone to walk in ONE DIRECTION on each side of the street, following the yellow dotted arrows on the map.

This means pedestrian traffic will flow in one direction on one side of the street and the opposite direction on the other side.

We're making this change to help reduce congestion, prevent families from constantly crossing paths, and create a safer, more comfortable experience for everyone. We know downtown can get crowded, and a little cooperation will go a LONG way! ❤️

🗺️ HERE'S HOW TO READ OUR MAP:

🟢 GREEN: FREE public parking areas.

🔴 RED: Streets that will be barricaded and closed to vehicle traffic to provide a safer walking environment for our trick-or-treaters.

🟣 LIGHT PURPLE: Areas where participating community organizations will be set up distributing candy along Washington Street toward the courthouse.

🟡 YELLOW DOTTED ARROWS: The direction we ask everyone to walk. Please follow these arrows throughout the event! If you follow the arrows, you will eventually circle back around to where you entered First Street.

🍬 DON'T FORGET TO EXPLORE ALL OF DOWNTOWN!

Our wonderful downtown businesses will be set up outside their storefronts handing out candy, just as they have in years past!

But remember, the businesses located along the red lines aren't the ONLY downtown businesses participating! Just because a business isn't located on First Street or along a barricaded road doesn't mean they aren't welcoming trick-or-treaters!

We encourage families to explore our side streets and visit the many businesses throughout downtown. You never know where you might find another sweet treat! 🍭

Please remember that streets outside the barricaded areas may remain open to vehicle traffic, so use extra caution when exploring.

We're looking forward to another fun afternoon in downtown Union City! Please take a moment to review the map before arriving, share it with friends and family, and help us keep things moving safely and smoothly.

A little planning, a little patience, and a whole lot of candy and fun! 🎃🍭

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¡POR FAVOR, LEAN ESTA INFORMACIÓN ANTES DE VENIR A PEDIR DULCES! 🎃

¡Nuestro evento de Dulce o Truco en el centro de Union City será el viernes 30 de octubre, de 3:00 a 5:00 p. m.! 👻🍬

¡Estamos muy emocionados de recibir a todas las familias para disfrutar de una tarde llena de diversión y dulces!

🚨 IMPORTANTE: ¡POR FAVOR, SIGAN LAS FLECHAS DE DIRECCIÓN EN EL MAPA! 🚨

Este año les pedimos a todos que caminen en UNA SOLA DIRECCIÓN por cada lado de la calle, siguiendo las flechas amarillas punteadas del mapa.

Esto significa que las personas caminarán en una dirección por un lado de la calle y en la dirección contraria por el otro lado.

Este cambio nos ayudará a reducir las aglomeraciones, evitar que las familias se crucen constantemente y crear una experiencia más segura y cómoda para todos. ¡Su cooperación hará una GRAN diferencia! ❤️

🗺️ CÓMO INTERPRETAR NUESTRO MAPA:

🟢 VERDE: Estacionamiento público GRATUITO.

🔴 ROJO: Calles que estarán cerradas al tráfico de vehículos con barricadas para que los niños y sus familias puedan caminar de manera más segura.

🟣 MORADO CLARO: Áreas donde las organizaciones comunitarias participantes estarán repartiendo dulces a lo largo de Washington Street, en dirección al juzgado.

🟡 FLECHAS AMARILLAS PUNTEADAS: Indican la dirección en la que les pedimos caminar. ¡Por favor, sigan estas flechas durante todo el evento!

🍬 ¡NO OLVIDEN EXPLORAR TODO EL CENTRO!

¡Nuestros maravillosos negocios del centro también estarán afuera de sus establecimientos repartiendo dulces, como lo han hecho en años anteriores!

¡Pero recuerden que los negocios ubicados a lo largo de las líneas rojas NO son los únicos que participan! Que un negocio no esté ubicado en First Street o en una calle cerrada al tráfico no significa que no esté recibiendo a los niños para repartirles dulces.

Animamos a todas las familias a explorar las calles laterales y visitar los diferentes negocios de nuestro centro. ¡Nunca saben dónde podrán encontrar otra dulce sorpresa! 🍭

Recuerden que las calles fuera de las áreas cerradas pueden permanecer abiertas al tráfico de vehículos. ¡Por favor, tengan mucho cuidado al caminar por ellas!

¡Esperamos disfrutar de otra tarde maravillosa en el centro de Union City! Les pedimos que revisen el mapa antes de llegar, lo compartan con sus amigos y familiares, y nos ayuden a mantener un ambiente seguro y organizado.

¡Un poquito de planificación, un poquito de paciencia y muchísimos dulces! 🎃🍭

10/24/2026

We get it. Sometimes it’s easy to overlook what’s right in front of you.

While you’re sitting at home wondering what to do this weekend, there are some pretty great people downtown wondering who’s coming through their doors!

☕ Somebody’s brewing your next favorite cup of coffee.

🥐 Somebody’s baking something you absolutely do NOT need but are definitely going to buy anyway.

🛍️ Somebody’s unpacking new arrivals that your closet probably doesn’t have room for.

♻️ Somebody’s putting out secondhand treasures just waiting for the right person to find them.

💐 Somebody’s arranging flowers that could make someone’s entire day.

📚 Somebody’s got a book, a record, or a collectible with your name written all over it.

🍕 Somebody’s making dinner so you don’t have to dirty a single dish.

✨Somebody downtown is waiting to give you that much needed haircut, a fresh color, or just that little boost of confidence we all need sometimes!

🍺 And somebody's got the perfect spot to kick back, catch up with friends, and enjoy a little well-deserved downtime!

And ALL of that is happening right here in Downtown Union City. ❤️

Here’s something worth thinking about:

Behind every downtown storefront is a real person. Someone who took a chance, invested in our community, and shows up every day hoping you’ll give their business a chance.

And no, you don’t have to spend a fortune to support them.

Walk through the door. Browse the shelves. Grab a coffee. Bring a friend. Tell somebody about a place you love.

Because the more we show up for our downtown, the more reasons we’ll have to keep showing up.

❤️ So here’s your weekend challenge:

Visit ONE downtown business you’ve never been inside before.

Just one.

You might find your new favorite place. You might meet someone wonderful. You might leave with something you didn’t know you needed.

Small businesses don’t just make up our downtown. They make it worth visiting.

👇 NOW WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU!

What’s one downtown Union City business you think more people need to know about?

TAG THEM! Give them a little love in the comments. Let’s see just how many local favorites we can discover! ❤️

10/17/2026

Downtown Union City - Today!

Come do some shopping at our downtown stores and then head on over to Tacos & Tamales- Union City, TN after!

10/14/2026

We are so excited to have Tacos & Tamales- Union City, TN right here in our downtown district! To our downtown business owners and residents, please be sure to read this post and take a quick glance at the map. We hope to see everyone there!

Hi, friends! Tacos & Tamales is almost here! 🎉🌮

Here are a few helpful things to know before joining us this Saturday!

🪑 Bring your lawn chairs! Seating in the park is limited, so we encourage you to bring your own foldable chairs to relax, enjoy the food, and watch the performances.

🚧 Street Closures: Streets will be closed as indicated on the event map. Please plan accordingly!

🚗 Parking: Parking is available throughout the areas surrounding the park.

🚽 Restrooms: Kiwanis Park has newly renovated restrooms, and we’ll also have 6 portable restrooms located throughout the park.

💵 Bring cash! We recommend bringing smaller bills, as many of our small vendors may accept cash only.

🎟️ Admissions: We’ll have 2 admission tables set up as shown on the map to help make entry easier.

🍹 Don Sol Mexican Grill - Union City Margaritas: Planning to enjoy a refreshing margarita? Please have your valid ID ready!

📣 P.S. GIVEAWAY TIME! Share this post for a chance to win 2 admission tickets! 🙂 We’ll also announce the winner of our previous giveaway later today, so stay tuned!

📍 Kiwanis Park | Union City, TN
📅 Saturday, October 17
⏰ 4–8 PM

We can’t wait to celebrate Hispanic heritage with you through amazing food, music, dance, and community! ❤️🌮💃

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¡Hola, amigos! ¡Tacos & Tamales ya casi está aquí!

¡Aquí les compartimos algunos detalles importantes para que estén preparados este sábado!

🪑 ¡Traigan sus sillas! Los asientos en el parque son limitados, así que les recomendamos traer sus propias sillas plegables para relajarse, disfrutar de la comida y ver las presentaciones.

🚧 Cierre de calles: Las calles estarán cerradas según se indica en el mapa del evento. ¡Por favor, tomen sus precauciones y planeen su llegada con anticipación!

🚗 Estacionamiento: Habrá estacionamiento disponible en las áreas alrededor del parque.

🚽 Baños: ¡Kiwanis Park cuenta con baños recientemente renovados! También tendremos 6 baños portátiles distribuidos por todo el parque.

💵 ¡No olviden traer efectivo! Recomendamos traer billetes de baja denominación, ya que muchos de nuestros pequeños vendedores podrían aceptar únicamente efectivo.

🎟️ Entradas: Tendremos 2 mesas de admisión ubicadas según se muestra en el mapa para facilitar la entrada.

🍹 ¡Margaritas de Don Sol! ¿Piensan disfrutar de una refrescante margarita? ¡Tengan su identificación oficial vigente lista para mostrar!

📣 P. D. ¡ES HORA DEL SORTEO! Compartan esta publicación para tener la oportunidad de ganar 2 boletos de entrada. 🙂 También anunciaremos hoy más tarde al ganador de nuestro sorteo anterior, ¡así que estén pendientes!

📍 Kiwanis Park | Union City, TN
📅 Sábado, 17 de octubre
⏰ 4:00–8:00 p. m.

¡Estamos emocionados de celebrar con ustedes nuestra herencia hispana a través de deliciosa comida, música, baile y nuestra hermosa comunidad! ❤️🌮💃

10/08/2026

Were you supposed to be soaking up the sun with your toes in the sand, but instead you’re headed back home, away from the hurricanes, wondering what in the world you’re going to do with the rest of Fall Break?!

Well, we may not have palm trees, crashing waves, or an ocean view… but we’ve got something pretty special right here in DOWNTOWN UNION CITY! ❤️

And believe it or not, there’s plenty to keep you busy!

☀️ START YOUR DAY WITH A LITTLE CAFFEINE & SOMETHING SWEET!

☕ Vantage Coffee Roasters – Coffee lovers, this one’s for you!

🥐 Bizinka Bakery & Cafe – Sandwiches, pastries, and those delicious macarons!

🎂 Tiny Baker – Sweet treats, cakes, and goodies!

🌸 Soleil – Because fresh flowers can brighten just about any day!

🛍️ RETAIL THERAPY FIXES EVERYTHING! Whether you’re hunting for a bargain, something unique, or just an excuse to shop, we’ve got you covered!

👗 Deep South Boutique

🛍️ The Chocolate Bunny Boutique

🎀 Beau & Arrow – Children’s consignment

♻️ Thrift+ – Thrift and resale treasures!

🪑 Other People’s Things – Thrift, vintage, and unique finds!

📚 Hank & Diane’s Christian Bookstore & Upscale Resale - Thrift, Christian Bookstore, and *NEW* Candle Bar!

💗 Declutter Thrift – Supporting Hometown Walk of Hope!

🎶 For The Record – Vinyl records for the music lovers!

🦸 A&J Comics & Collectibles – Comics, collectibles, and fun finds!

🌳 GOT THE KIDS WITH YOU? LET THEM BURN OFF SOME ENERGY!

🛝 Kiwanis Park – Playground equipment and room to play!

🌷 Merchants Park – Grab a coffee, pastry, or good book at The Little Free Library and enjoy a little downtime at the corner of First Street and East Washington!

🥋 Dogwood Mixed Martial Arts Studio – Something a little different for the active crowd!

💆‍♀️ BECAUSE YOU DESERVE A LITTLE PAMPERING TOO! Your beach vacation may have gotten canceled, but that doesn’t mean you can’t treat yourself! 😉

💇‍♀️ Still Water Salon

✨ Golden Halo Hair & Beauty

💇‍♀️ Karma Beauty Bar

💄 The Muse Beauty Bar

🧖‍♀️ Renew Medical Spa

🎨 Rookhaven Tattoo Studio

✨ Uplift Aesthetics

🍔 HUNGRY? THIRSTY? READY TO WIND DOWN? Because a good day downtown deserves some good food!

🍔 Scott’s Grill – A local spot for lunch or dinner!

🍕 Bricks & Brews – Pizza, good food, and a great atmosphere!

🍺 Reelfoot Brewing Co. – Yep, we’ve even got our own downtown brewery!

🎱 Church Street Pool Room – Another downtown establishment to check out!

🎨 A FEW MORE DOWNTOWN BUSINESSES TO KNOW!

👕 The Print Shop – Custom shirts and printing!

🖨️ Lanzer’s Printing & Office Supplies

🎨 Riley’s Graphics – Custom shirts, signs, and graphics!

❤️ HERE’S THE THING…

We know Downtown Union City isn’t the beach.

We don’t have white sand and crashing waves.

But what we DO have is a downtown full of locally owned businesses, unique shopping, delicious food, talented people, and places worth exploring.

So whether your vacation plans got washed away or you’re just looking for something to do with the family this fall break, we’d love for you to spend a little time with us!

❤️ Shop local. Eat local. Explore local. Support the people who make our downtown special!

⏰ Business hours vary, so be sure to check with individual businesses before making your plans!

👇 DOWNTOWN BUSINESSES! If you’ve got fall break specials, activities, or anything fun happening this weekend, DROP IT IN THE COMMENTS! Let’s give everyone a reason to come downtown!



If we left anyone out, be sure to tag them below and we will add them to our list. Mistakes happen and sometimes we just need a little reminder!