Do Downtown

Harrisonburg Downtown Historic District

212 South Main Street ~ Harrisonburg, VA 22801

540-432-8922 | www.downtownharrisonburg.org

Enjoy downtown Harrisonburg surrounded by beautiful restored 19th and 20th century architecture. Shop, dine, visit museums and art galleries. Take in a show, foreign film, or live music at Court Square Theatre. Downtown offers self-guided walking tours, historic churches, farmers market, pocket parks, and unique events. Harrisonburg Downtown Renaissance is the City's revitalization organization and supports special promotions and events in downtown.

Start your travels in Harrisonburg’s historic district at the Hardesty-Higgins House Visitor Center. The Hardesty-Higgins House is known for its hospitality and wealth of resources for travelers; get a map, visit a museum, and find out about events. From there stroll down Main Street and visit the shops along the way or drop by the Harrisonburg Farmers’ Market.

Downtown shopping has several local favorites. For example, Glen’s Fair Price is considered Harrisonburg's most unusual store. Find something memorable at All Things Virginia, or dress for vacation success with a visit to Harrisonburg's unique clothing boutique, The Yellow Button.

Don’t forget to sample some local cuisine; downtown is a dining destination with over 27 locally owned restaurants- Thai-fusion, Ethiopian, Greek, Tea and more.

Listed on the State and National Historic Registry
A Virginia Main Street Community
Preserve America City
Tree City USA