Downtown York, PA

06/09/2026

Today, Downtown Inc celebrated the grand opening of Benjamin & Sons with a ribbon cutting at 23 E. Philadelphia Street!

Owner Benjamin Price created Benjamin & Sons with a vision of building a welcoming space that serves as a refuge and gathering place for the community. Blending coffee culture with community, the shop offers coffee, vintage clothing, vinyl records, and accessories all under one roof. During today's celebration, Benjamin also praised The Grotto for creating a low-barrier opportunity for entrepreneurs.

Congratulations, Benjamin & Sons! We are excited to have you in Downtown York! Thank you to our partners at the City of York, members of City Council, Commissioner Hoke, Downtown Inc Ambassadors, YBIDA members, and everyone who joined us to celebrate. We’re also grateful to Around The Clock Cleaning, Downtown Inc’s Ribbon Cutting Presenting Sponsor, for helping make these celebrations possible!

06/08/2026

From Ireland and New Orleans to Downtown York, the journey behind Bloom Kitchen & Bar is rooted in a passion for hospitality, community, and creating memorable experiences.

Owners Victor Claffey and Jeremy Smith brought decades of culinary and hospitality expertise from around the world to York, creating a welcoming space where guests can relax, celebrate, and feel at home. Their globally inspired menu and commitment to exceptional service have helped Bloom flourish in the heart of Downtown York.

Read the full feature and explore the Spring 2026 issue- downtownyorkpa/docs/downtown_york_magazine_spring_2026.

06/06/2026

In the Spring 2026 issue of Downtown York Magazine, YBIDA Board Member Ryan McKinley, President of Statewide Partners, shares his vision for Downtown York's future. From the momentum driving new investment to the Heritage Crossings mixed-use development, Ryan discusses how walkable neighborhoods, new housing, and local businesses are helping shape the next chapter of downtown.

Read the full "My Downtown" feature and explore the Spring 2026 issue: https://issuu.com/downtownyorkpa/docs/downtown_york_magazine_spring_2026

06/05/2026

June First Friday, sponsored by WellSpan Health, is TONIGHT, and Downtown York is packed with more than 35 events, exhibits, performances, specials, and community celebrations!

Highlights include Downtown Inc's First Friday N. Beaver St Block Party: Pride in the Street!, Revolt Style Studio's 10-Year Anniversary Celebration, the Appell Center for the Performing Arts First Friday Free Family Film: Beauty and the Beast and Jazz in the City: Percussion Blowout!, the opening of Marketview Arts 2025-26 Arts Fellows Exhibition, Royal Square District and WeCo York, PA First Friday (view the events on their pages), York College of Pennsylvania Gunter-Smith Center's Road to Independence exhibition opening and artist panel, and the kick off of African-American First Fridays in Penn Park!

View the complete First Friday guide and plan your evening: www.downtownyorkpa.com/first-friday

06/04/2026

Congratulations to Martin Library, Downtown Inc's June Merchant of the Month!

This Summer, Martin Library is inviting the community to participate in SummerQuest: Unearth a Story, York County Libraries' annual summer learning program. Running from June through August, SummerQuest encourages participants of all ages to create their own meaningful summer experience by setting personal goals and exploring new interests. Whether your goal is to read more books, become more active outdoors, engage with your community, or discover something entirely new, SummerQuest provides the tools and opportunities to help you get there.

More than a traditional summer reading program, SummerQuest offers a wide variety of free activities for children, teens, and adults that promote literacy, learning, creativity, and physical wellness. With engaging events, hands-on programs, and opportunities to connect with others, the initiative helps keep minds and bodies active all summer long.

Downtown Inc is proud to recognize Martin Library for its ongoing commitment to education, community engagement, and creating accessible opportunities for learning and enrichment throughout York County. Stop by this summer and discover all that Martin Library has to offer! yorklibraries.org/library-services-programs/programs/summerquest.

06/03/2026

06/02/2026

Penny has officially made her mark on Downtown York!

Special thanks to Explore York County PA and the Powder Mill Foundation for helping bring the Downtown York penny press to life. Installed by Downtown Inc in June 2024, the press features four York-centric designs and lives inside the lobby of The Yorktowne Hotel for all to access. Next time you’re downtown, stop in and leave with a little piece of York.

Every penny pressed helps support Downtown Inc’s work in economic development, placemaking, promotions, and public safety throughout York’s Central Business District.

06/01/2026

Nominations are now open through June 19 for the 26th Annual Downtown First Awards presented by The Glatfelter Agency, and we want your help celebrating the people, places, and organizations making an impact in Downtown York!

Award categories include:
• Downtown Revitalization Award
• Historically Edgy Destination Award
• Downtown Champion
• Flavors of Downtown
• Cultural Catalyst
• Collaborative Impact Award
• Small Business, Big Impact Award
• Better York Appell Beautification Award

The winners of each category will be announced at the 26th Annual Downtown First Awards on August 13, 2026, 6pm-8pm at the Appell Center for the Performing Arts (50 N. George St., York, PA 17401). Doors open at 5:30pm. Submit nominations and access ticket information here: downtownyorkpa.com/downtown-first-awards.

05/31/2026

The Street Rods Nationals East is back at the York Expo Center, June 5–7, 2026. Don’t miss the annual parade on Friday, June 5 at noon, featuring 100 classic street rods cruising through Downtown York along Market Street. For additional event details, visit the National Street Rod Association website: nsra-usa.com/rods-spectators-east/.

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05/29/2026

Downtown Inc was excited to celebrate Harcourt Brain Center's 1 year anniversary in the Susquehanna Commerce Center, 221 W Philadelphia St Ste. 303, today with a ribbon cutting!

Dr. Harcourt relocated his practice to York where he was born and raised from Santa Barbara and Beverly Hills following COVID. Harcourt Brain Center provides brain and vestibular rehabilitation for neurological conditions including Post-Concussion Syndrome, dizziness/vertigo, migraines, post-stroke recovery, and more.

Business Hours: Monday–Thursday: 9:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
Friday: 9:30 a.m.–2 p.m.

Today also marks a special day for the youngest member of the Harcourt family as Weston celebrates his 6th birthday!

Thank you to City of York Mayor Walker, City Council members, Commissioner Hoke, Downtown Inc Ambassadors, and everyone who celebrated with us today. We’re also grateful to Around The Clock Cleaning, Downtown Inc’s Ribbon Cutting Presenting Sponsor, for helping make these celebrations possible!