Announcements
Downtown Treat Street
Wed, 09/21/2011 - 12:00am | by Nicole RomainDowntown Chico treats you right!
Monday, October 31st from 2-5pm
Treat Street is a safe and fun adventure for children 12 and under. It's simple... wear a costume, bring a parent and get ready to stroll downtown Halloween-style.
Dozens of Downtown businesses are listed on the Treat Street route, just follow the map to the sweetest merchants in town! Be on the look out for special posters in the windows of participating businesses. Activities, entertainment and special vendors will be set up in City Plaza.
Dont forget about the costue contest, with valuable prizes being offered in five categories! Special thanks to our costume contest sponsor, Tres Hombres Longbar & Grill.
Treat Street TV Commercial
Tue, 09/20/2011 - 12:58pm | by Nicole RomainDowntown Chico Gives Back Charity Drive
Sat, 09/17/2011 - 12:00am | by Nicole RomainIn the spirit of the holiday...Give Back!
Downtown business owners are finding creative ways to give back to the community by participating in the “Downtown Gives Back Charity Drive.”
While dozens of Downtown business owners give generously throughout the year to local schools, non-profits and fundraising events, the “Downtown Gives Back Holiday Drive” gives business owners and their customers the opportunity to join forces and resources. Shop at these Downtown businesses during the month of December and help support our community.
2012 Thursday Night Market & Friday Night Concert Applications
Fri, 09/16/2011 - 12:00am | by Nicole RomainApplications for the 2012 Thursday Night Market season & Friday Night Concert series will be available in mid January. Please check back then. Thank you!
Taste of Chico
Fri, 08/26/2011 - 5:52pm | by Nicole Romain
ONLINE TICKET SALES ARE CLOSED! Tickets can be purchased at the event. Ticket headquarters located at 3rd & Broadway. Tickets prices are $19, $24 or $34. Hope to see you there!
Want a sneak peak at who you'll find at this year's event? Download the Official Event Program HERE
Harvest Sidewalk Sale
Mon, 08/22/2011 - 1:41pm | by Nicole Romain
Prices are FALLING in Downtown Chico!
Saturday, October 15th, begins at 9am
Rake in the savings and celebrate the changing season at Downtown's annual Harvest Sidewalk Sale. Early birds shop on Friday too! On Saturday the sale begins at 9am. It's the perfect opportunity to pick up
Friday Night Concert 2011 Schedule Available
Thu, 04/28/2011 - 10:11am | by Nicole Romain
For 34 years, Chico's favorite summertime tradition has been the Friday Night Concerts. Held weekly May 20th through September 9th from 7-8:30pm, the Friday Night Concerts are Chico's best place to hear live, local music for free. Located in City Plaza, in the heart of downtown, the concerts offer entertainment to suit every musical preference - styles range from blues to swing and from country to reggae.
Click here to download the 2011 concert schedule
Thursday Night Market Performers for the weeks of July 21st & 28th
Wed, 04/27/2011 - 2:37pm | by Nicole RomainJuly 21
*TNM Presents... Sneak Preview of 9.10.11 Chico Palio
Chuck’s Place . Smooth Jazz
Simplewheel . Original and Traditional All-time tunes
Roundhouse Ronny the Balloon Clown
Chico Yo-Yo . Freestyle yo-yo demonstration
Rick & Dennis’ Balloons . Balloon Art
Peter Gutierrez . Spraypaint & Watercolor Art
July 28
Thursday Night Market Applications - Available!
Fri, 04/15/2011 - 3:42pm | by Nicole RomainApplications for the Thursday Night Market are now available for download.
Please download & print the applications and rules & guidelines
Slice of Chico 2011
Thu, 04/14/2011 - 10:50am | by Nicole Romain
Shop Outside the Box
Saturday, July 16th . Begins at 9am . Downtown Chico
Early Birds Shop Friday, July 15th too!!!
Sidewalks and storefronts are bursting with bargains and merchandise ranging from clothing, shoes, and jewelry to home furnishings, art supplies, and hardware. Enjoy more than 200 unique shops and restaurants! Enjoy more than 200 unique shops and restaurants!
Pick up a slice of ice-cold watermelon from the event headquarters on 3rd Street between Main & Broadway. We'll be slicing more than 2000 lbs courtesy of ProPacific Fresh!!!
Long time events sponsor, Tres Hombres will be mixing up freshly made watermelon margaritas throughout the day as well.
We'll see you there for some great bargains and great eats, all in the heart of beautiful Downtown Chico!
