Upcoming Events:

Bobcat Christmas Spirit Campaign
Mother "B" Nature has tried to get the best of us here in Marshalltown, but we are not going to let that wind bag win.  We will continue to recover & grow. 

One of the great traditions of Marshalltown, is the Holiday Stroll.  Families come to the Marshalltown central business district to enjoy the kick off to the holiday season with entertainment, activities, a lit parade and Santa. Generations of people gather and build memories together.  Last year, Santa noticed that the wreaths are in dire straights, and need replaced.  His reindeer turned up their noses, and said we could do better for our community. 
In order to replace the wreaths before this year's Holiday Stroll, we will need to get our order in by August 1st, or the Grinch will not deliver them on time.  The new wreaths will be 4' in diameter and brightly lit with a multi colored LEDS.  We need every Elfyn person's help to raise these funds.
With every donation, Krusty Klaus will take a lump of coal out of your stocking.  We know you have been looking for a good deed, to turn things around.  Here's your chance to get off the naughty list. 
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Add to the Bobcat Christmas Spirit and Love for the Marshalltown Community by sharing your holiday spirit this summer by making a donation.  Tell Scrooge, you are Team Marshalltown Bobcat, and make your donation!
Bee Ridiculous Day!
Back and bigger than ever for 2022! 
Meet us Downtown for a whole day of fun 10am-10pm!
Main Street will be blocked off from 2nd St to 2nd Ave
for a giant block party!

Show up and help us support our MCBD family. 
There is something for everyone from Ridiculous Sales and Restaurant Specials, a Bags Tournament, Kid's Games, Helmet Giveaway and Bike Rodeo, Food Trucks, Beer Tent, Family Activities at our First Responders Block, Get involved and share your thoughts for downtown development at ReImagine Main Street, and end the night with Live Music from Bon Jecci, Deeves Band, and Exit 185!
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Bee sure to follow us on social media to stay up to date on all of the activities and upcoming Bee Ridiculous map! 

Flower Baskets

June - October
You can add to the vibrancy of Downtown Marshalltown, by contributing to the 2022 MCBD Flower Basket Campaign. Fundraising is starting soon!

The community has embraced this 20 year old tradition, which is only possible through generous financial contributions, and the dedication of the many volunteers who water the petunia baskets each morning from June to October.
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Please click on the link below to learn how you can be a part of this impactful Marshalltown tradition. 

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We're able to make a difference in our downtown through our many supporters. Whether you're able to invest, volunteer, or simply help us get the word out, every little bit helps. Get involved with MCBD today! 

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Our organization is volunteer driven and we need people like you to help us continue to improve, grow, and promote our downtown. Sign up to join our team today.

Invest

Invest in our downtown with a tax-deductible gift. Donations go toward recruiting and retaining businesses, beautification efforts, and community events to draw visitors and businesses downtown.

The Main Street Movement

Main Street America has been helping revitalize older and historic commercial districts for 40 years. Today it is a network of more than 1,600 neighborhoods and communities, rural and urban, who share both a commitment to place and to building stronger communities through preservation-based economic development.