Marlin Travel To the Rescue
Caroline Connelly and her staff at Marlin Travel don’t wear capes. However, they were superheroes for hundreds of clients scattered…
Click Here – COVID-19 Resources for Downtown Business
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.
From date nights to family days, Grande Prairie’s City Centre has it all. Choose an option below and see the fun you can have in downtown Grande Prairie.
Ladies Day Out
Take a day to pamper yourself and your girlfriends. From mani’s at Vivacious Nails to drinks at Sawmill and more.
Family Day
Fun for the whole fam with this day of treats at the Farmers Market and an afternoon of games at Card’s Board Game Café.
Date Night
Spoil you and that special someone with a stroll through the Grant Berg Gallery, flowers from Petals & Posies, and a game of pool at Better than Fred’s.
Latest News & Stories
Always There For Job Seekers And Employers
Seeking employment can be challenging at the best of times without having a pandemic make looking for work even more…
What’s happening Downtown?
May 25 @ 6:00 pm
Stompede Parade – Cancelled
What better way to kick off the best week of the year than the annual Showdown Parade?
View Event
View Event
July 2 @ 11:30 am
Summer Busking
ALL SUMMER, the street culture of busking is in our City Centre! Come enjoy the talented entertainers such as: singers,...
View Event
View Event
July 16 @ 10:00 am
Street Performers Festival
Over two decades of the World’s Best Street Performers!!!
View Event
View Event
November 12 @ 10:00 am
Vegas Night
A long standing local tradition of enjoying the energy and vibrancy of our City Centre.
View Event
View Event
November 26
Black Friday
Join our merchants in the heart of our city for Black Friday deals! Look for the lit palm trees to...
View Event
View Event
November 29
Elf On The Shelf
Find the shifty elf at one of our participating businesses and enter to win Downtown Gift Cards! Tag gpdowntown...
View Event
View Event
December 17
Customer Appreciation Night
How can we say thank you during the festive season? By welcoming you to our City Centre for Customer Appreciation...
View Event
View Event
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.
