MainStreet Cleveland is a non profit organization dedicated to the revitalization and promotion of historic downtown Cleveland, Tennessee.

Cleveland, TN has a proud heritage going back more than 160 years. It’s a fun place to visit and a great place to live. With so much to do and enjoy, everyone feels at home in Downtown Cleveland.

An accredited Tennessee Main Street Community since 1990, downtown Cleveland has more to offer - more activities, more shops, more homes, more offices and more life.

MainStreet Cleveland is composed of dedicated citizens, business owners, government officials and other friends who recognize the important role a vital downtown plays in preserving and furthering our community's identity, spirit and economy.

Street Banners: Spring is just around the corner and the blue “Let’s Go Downtown” banners will go on display in March. The cost to sponsor a banner is still just $150 for March – September (only $21 a month!) If you have not already reserved, please let me know as soon as possible if you would like to sponsor a banner.

Remember all the delicious downtown dining choices:

• 5 Point Cafe
• Café Roma
• Catch Bar & Grill
• Cobblestone Grille
• Bald Headed Bistro
• Gardener’s Market
• GDaddy's BBQ
• The Spot
• CBC Cleveland
• Mash & Hops

Get up to $10,000 to Improve Your Downtown Property with the MainStreet Cleveland Property Enhancement Grant!

The MainStreet Cleveland Property Enhancement Grant seeks to encourage building owners and tenants to invest in properties located within the MainStreet Cleveland footprint, by financially assisting with building needs that serve an appropriate public purpose and benefit. The maximum grant amount awarded is $10,000

Applications are due by July 31, 2017 and will be awarded by August 15, 2017. All proposed work must be completed no later than June 1, 2018. Click here for more information and application.

July 2017 Membership Meeting: The July membership meeting will be an "After-Hours" Event with the date and location to be determined. Check back for more information.

MainStreet Cruise-In

Join us during the 2017 Cruise-In season. This year it celebrates the 16th anniversary of this monthly event held around the Courthouse Square. The very popular car show attracts an average of more than 500 classic cars and special interest vehicles to the downtown area.

Fourth Saturday of Each Month, April - October from 1 to 6 p.m. One of the best cruise-ins around. Held in downtown Cleveland, Tennessee around the courthouse. There is no entry fee to exhibit a vehicle or attend the cruise-in and it is open to all vehicles – antique, classic, muscle, street rods, and special interest.

Contact Randy Howard (423-421-6356) or visit the Cruise-In website for more information.

2017 Downtown Cleveland Events

MainStreet Cruise-In - The 4th Saturday of each month, April - October- 1 to 6 p.m.

First Friday Festivals – Don't miss the July 7 First Friday Festival! Two great bands - local favorite Monday Night Social at 6, and January Noise at 7:30. January Noise is a high energy pop rock band out of Nashville - check it out! First Friday Festivals are sponsored by Wacker Charleston and presented by Mainstreet and the Allied Arts Council of the Chamber of Commerce.

Downtown Farmer's Market at the Mill – Now open at Old Woolen Mill under the big shade trees each Thursday from 3-6 thru August 31. Free booth spaces to growers and farmers

Cleveland Apple Festival – October
Visit clevelandapplefestival.org for more information

Halloween Block Party
October 31, 2017

A Classic Christmas in Cleveland
Tree Lighting & Carols in the City – Friday, December 1, 2017 - Christmas Parade – Saturday, December 2, 2017

The Museum Center at 5ive Points tells the story of the Ocoee Region through dynamic exhibits, creative programming, and local arts and crafts available for purchase in our Museum Store that feature local artists within a 150-mile radius. Our temporary gallery features rotating exhibits that highlight regional and national treasures while our permanent exhibit tells the story of Cleveland and Bradley County. We engage visitors of all ages through classes, lectures, camps, and demonstrations throughout the year. Visit www.museumcenter.org to find out more.