Conferencia Main Street Now 2024

Vulcan Statue with illuminated city of Birmingham skyline in the background. — Birmingham, Alabama © Art Meripol

May 6 – 8, 2024

Thank you Birmingham!

It was great to be in Birmingham for the 2024 Main Street Now Conference. Over the course of three days, a record-breaking 2000 Main Streeters from across the country (and world) gathered in The Magic City to participate in 140+ dynamic educational sessions led by over 280 place professionals, 17 immersive mobile workshops, and countless network-building activities. In addition to equipping local leaders with tools to advance initiatives in their communities, the conference also generated an estimated $4 million in economic impact for greater Birmingham.

Thanks to our 2024 conference co-hosts, Main Street Alabama and Sweet Home Alabama.

A group of people pose for a photo in a plaza. — Making connecting at the Welcome Reception at City Walk BHAM. © Alicia Gallo

A man speaks from behind a podium. — Mayor Randall Woodfin at the Opening Plenary. © Tosha Gaines Photography

An audience listens to a conversation between two people seated on a stage. — Main Idea session with Erin Barnes and Dr. Mindy Fullilove. © Tosha Gaines Photography

People engaged in conversation. — El Cafecito, a coffee break for Spanish speakers. © Alicia Gallo

Two women visit a vendor booth. — Learning about products and services at the Main Street Expo. © Alicia Gallo

Two people pose for a celebratory photo. — Raffle prize winner at the Exhibitor Reception. © Alicia Gallo

A speaker addresses a crowd of people on a walking tour. — Walking Tour of Woodlawn mobile workshop. © Tosha Gaines Photography

People seated in chairs and listening to a presentation. — Engaging speakers bring content to life at education sessions. © Alicia Gallo

Una mujer habla desde detrás de un podio. — Erin Barnes speaking at the Closing Plenary. © Tosha Gaines Photography

Two women pose for a photo while people dance around them. — Dancing with friends at the Big Bash at Sloss Furnaces. © Tosha Gaines Photography

Visit the Main Street Now Conference Facebook albums to explore snapshots of passionate leaders in action and memorable moments from the Welcome Reception to the Big Bash! For more photos, videos, and perspectives from fellow conference attendees, search #MainStreetNow on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

Thanks for the Feedback

From evaluating this year’s speakers, sessions, and overall experience, to offering ideas, suggestions, and recommendations for future conferences, we appreciate hearing from attendees.

We invited attendees to share their thoughts on the Main Street Now 2024 as a whole and individual sessions by completing the brief conference survey from May 8 – 31. We thank everyone who submitted feedback and we look forward to incorporating it into future conferences!

Get Session Materials

Presentation decks and other session materials are available for download via the conference website. Please note: materials are provided by speakers at their discretion and are added as they become available.

Here’s how: Look up sessions on the Agenda webpage or the “Agenda” section of the mobile app. Click on the session title and scroll down to the “Session Materials” field. Any materials provided by speakers will be accessible via a weblink.

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Become Enchanted With The Magic City

Main Street Alabama is thrilled to welcome Main Streeters to Birmingham for Main Street Now 2024. As you build out your personal agenda, make sure to also make time to explore our amazing host city. Check out this roundup of some local favorites for you to explore between conference sessions, activities, and celebrations.

Mural on the exterior wall of a building reads "It's Nice to Have you in Birmingham" in a deep magenta color. — “It’s Nice to Have You in Birmingham” mural by Creighton Tynes © Bham Now

Main Spotlight: Restoration and Resurgence in the Historic 4^th Avenue Black Business District

Urban Impact Inc., harnesses strategic investments and collaborative efforts to foster a vibrant and sustainable future, from visionary adaptive reuse ventures to transformative development grants for small businesses and property owners in Birmingham, Alabama’s historic 4^th Avenue Black Business District.

Street lined with storefronts and filled with people enjoying a concert. — Taste of 4^th Avenue Jazz Festival © Urban Impact, Inc.

Líderes cívicos: No te pierdas Main Street Now 2024

With a specially priced registration rate of $199, tailored education track, free lunch & learn session, and abundant networking opportunities, Main Street Now 2024 is made for civic leaders passionate about community preservation and economic development in historic downtowns and neighborhood commercial corridors.