CHRISTMAS PARADE cancelLATION

After reviewing road conditions and consulting with the Lexington Police Department and the city’s Department of Public Works, we made the difficult decision to cancel the 2025 Lexington Christmas Parade. Please visit the Christmas Parade page for additional details.

Discover downtown

​Downtown Lexington is ready for you to explore. Check out our online guide to dining, accommodations, arts, activities, and shopping. There is something new to do or see around every corner!​

JoiN us

​Committed to a safe and enjoyable
​experience for our community

Community events 

​​Stay up to date on our upcoming events! MSL plans various events for the Lexington community, often partnering with downtown businesses. Join our mailing list for information on Restaurant Weeks, Sidewalk Sales & more!

COMMITTED TO A THRIVING BUSINESS COMMUNITY

As a Main Street America™ Accredited program, Main Street Lexington is a recognized leading program among the national network of more than 1,200 neighborhoods and communities who share both a commitment to creating high-quality places and to building stronger communities through preservation-based economic development. All Main Street America™ Accredited programs meet a set of National Accreditation Standards of Performance as outlined by Main Street America.

BUSINESS RESOURCES

​​Main Street Lexington has compiled a list of resources for our downtown businesses: everything from how to start a business in town to details about signage grants and our downtown gift certificate program. Click below to browse available resources.