Proud of Stuff-a-Bus Support
Another Stuff A Bus Campaign has concluded and organizers are pleased with its success.
The DownTown Association – Grande Prairie’s City Centre
Experience the Heart of Grande Prairie
Nearly as old as the city itself, downtown Grande Prairie has been and continues to be, the living heart of this community. A source of local pride, our city centre has evolved with every generation, reflecting all the characteristics of its hard-working citizens.
Featuring over 400 establishments and businesses – including restaurants, cafes, art galleries, health, beauty, and wellness services, specialty shops, entertainment stops, professional services and even a live theatre – Grande Prairie’s city centre is your one-stop source.
Latest News & Stories
Santa Claus Came to our City Centre
Ho, ho, ho my! What a parade! Santa made his list and checked it twice before heading to the City…
Vegas, Baby! A City Centre Success!
A fun night is always in the cards for shoppers and downtown merchants when the City Centre celebrate Vegas Night.
What’s happening Downtown?
May 26 @ 6:00 pm
Stompede Parade
What better way to kick off the best week of the year than the annual Showdown Parade?
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June 27 @ 12:00 pm
Summer Busking
The street culture of busking is in our City Centre! Come enjoy the talented entertainers such as: singers, musicians, dancers...
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July 1 @ 1:00 pm
Canada Day Parade
Canada Day Parade- More than 100 floats will travel through the downtown core from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. It...
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July 17 @ 10:00 am
Street Performers Festival
Two decades of the World’s Best Street Performers!!! July 17, 18, 19, 2020 The 20th Festival Lineup coming June,...
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August 13 @ 5:00 pm
Bear Creek Folk Festival City Centre “Kick off Party”
Bear Creek Folk Festival, along with the Downtown Association and Better Than Fred’s is offering a special gift to Grande...
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October 31 @ 11:00 am
Halloween Walking Parade
Who doesn’t love a parade? Young Grande Prairie trick-or-treaters sure do! On October 31, 2020 the DownTown Association welcomes you...
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November 13 @ 10:00 am
Vegas Night
A fun night is always in the cards for shoppers and downtown merchants when the Heart of the City celebrates...
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November 27
Black Friday
Join our merchants in the heart of our city for Black Friday deals! Look for the lit palm trees to...
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November 29 @ 4:00 pm
Santa Parade and Official Tree Lighting
This is how you bring in the Christmas season, the Santa Parade and Official Tree Lighting and activities. Join us...
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December 1
Elf On The Shelf
Find the shifty elf at one of our participating businesses and enter to win Downtown Gift Cards! Tag gpdowntown...
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December 11
Customer Appreciation Night
How can we say thank you during the festive season? By welcoming you to our City Centre for Customer Appreciation...
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Where Everything Happens
From professional, health, wellness, and beauty stops to brilliant shopping spots, our city core features the best of Grande Prairie. With numerous events and opportunities, including premium access to local and touring art, theatre, entertainment, and more, Grande Prairie’s city centre really is the highest quality community environment you can find in the Peace Region.
From our popular attractions – namely the Grande Prairie’s Farmers’ Market and Grande Prairie Live Theatre – to our annual events – the Grande Prairie’s International Street Performers’ Festival, Vegas Night, and Santa Claus Parade, to name a few – Grande Prairie’s city centre houses it all.
History of Downtown
A Touch of History
By 1914, numerous buildings had been located in the heart of the city. Of course, the heart of the city – and all the action that surrounded it – looked decidedly different from today.
A Blend of Urban Vibes and Historical Pride
Maintaining its charm and attraction, Grande Prairie’s city centre now exists as the perfect niche for locally owned and operated businesses to thrive, as well as the home to vital community events and venues.
