Welcome to
Historic Downtown
Imlay City
Nestled among the quiet tree-lined streets of Michigan’s Thumb Region, Downtown Imlay City provides locals and visitors a wealth of opportunity and possibility.
“Investing in a community isn’t exclusively about creating wealth. It's also about placemaking and a sense of belonging. Imlay City boasts a small-town atmosphere that is connected to big-time population centers. Our focus is in helping you achieve success while building strong community bonds, pride in our heritage and commitment to ensuring a positive future through collaboration.”
- Christine Malzahn, DDA Executive Director
Events
Imlay City Farmers Market
The Imlay City DDA is excited to announce our 2024 market season. Mark your calendar and plan to join us for easy access to healthy food options, fresh flowers, homemade baked goodies, and a variety of handmade craft items.
THURSDAY'S FROM 9 AM - 2 PM
Located in the old fire hall @ 338 Third Street
AUGUST: 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
SEPTEMBER: 5, 12, 19, 26
OCTOBER: 3, 10
If you are interested in becoming a vendor our 20 24 application can be found here:
Merchant Trick or Treating & Halloween Party in the Market
Saturday, October 26th
Merchant Trick or Treating 11:00 am - 1:00 pm - downtown participating merchants and in the Farmers Market parking lot.
Party in the Market 11:00 am -3:00 pm with a DJ, inflatable games and corn maze.
Cider and donuts for purchase.
Costume contest at 1:30 pm - Ages groups under 5, 6-10 years, 11-14 years, 15 & up, and all themed groups of two or more.
Registration for participating merchants by October 12th.
For more information or to register contact the Chamber of Commerce 810-542-3256
WinterFest 2024
SAVE THE DATE - Saturday, December 7, 2024
Kringle Market 10:00 am - 4:00 pm - link to vendor application here: https://www.icdda.com/download/9314/kringle-market-application.pdf
Lunch with Santa Choose from 11:00 am - 12:00 pm seating or 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm (pre-registration required). Location TBD.
Live Nativity and Petting Farm
Kids Crafts Activities
1st Responder Vehicle Display
Lighted Holiday Parade - 5:00 pm
Holiday Tree Lighting - 5:45 pm
Visits with Santa 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Additional details coming soon on the WinterFest webpage:
Community Programs
I AM Imlay City Community Storytelling Project
The Imlay City DDA is excited to bring together our community collaborators to showcase our historical figures, current contributors, and future leaders. Our storytelling project gives purpose to where we’ve been, what we’ve achieved, and the path forward to a thriving community. If you are interested in submitting your story complete the application and email it to ddadirector@imlaycity.org
DDA Facade Grant
The Military Hometown Hero Progam
The Military Hometown Hero program has been created to recognize military personnel that reside or have resided in Lapeer County; those who can and do call Imlay City their hometown.
These banners will be displayed mid-late May.
Board Meetings
Current Meeting Documents
Doing Business
We have the helpful information you need to start and/or grow a business in Imlay City.
The DDA created an incubator at 150 Bancroft, a Downtown Development Authority owned building, and is offering entrepreneurs, artists or event organizers use of the space for limited time periods (up to 6 months) rent free.
Business or property owners within the DDA District may be eligible for a Facade Grant. The application and approval process is very user-friendly and easy to execute.
Take in Imlay City's Charm
We invite you to visit our exceptional Downtown area!
The Downtown Imlay City District includes a beautifully manicured traditional downtown, easily accessible shopping along M-53, and a busy industrial park. The downtown area is able to fulfill your shopping needs with everything from exceptional gift and antique shops to one of kind services and distinctive local merchants. There are restaurants to tempt any palette including an authentic Mexican meal, an amazing bar burger, sweet treats and many more options.
Come and discover Imlay City again... and again!
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Imlay City DDA
150 North Main Street
Imlay City, MI 48444
8:00 AM- 4:30 PM