Welcome to
DOWNTOWN GAYLORD
Nestled in the heart of Northern, Michigan, Gaylord’s downtown offers something for everyone: unique shops and restaurants, year-round events, gathering spaces, and a supportive opportunity rich environment for business owners. Whether you’re here to explore, connect, or grow, Downtown Gaylord is your destination for culture, commerce, and community. Rooted in Heritage, Growing with Purpose, and Always Inviting, we are proud to be a place where traditions thrive alongside innovation. We are a community rooted in history and reimagined for the future, Downtown Gaylord has long served the economic and cultural heart of of Northern Michigan. With its signature Alpine Architecture and deep local pride, the district reflects a legacy of resilience, reinvention, and collaboration. Our vision is to be a vibrant destination that celebrates creativity, entrepreneurship, and shared experiences, we invite you to be part of our story.
Join us as we Light the Night in Downtown Gaylord where Alpine charm, community spirit, and holiday magic come together!
Downtown Gaylord welcomes the season with a celebration inspired by the charm of our Sister City, Pontresina, Switzerland. Enjoy artisan markets, warm seasonal drinks, a glowing bonfire, the Santa Parade, lighting of the Christmas Tree, and the cozy togetherness that defines our community.
Thank you to Our Sponsor
We extend our heartfelt thanks to Alpine Propane. Thanks to their support, our community can enjoy cozy fires, a festive gathering and an unforgettable Christmas Celebration. We appreciate your commitment to keeping Gaylord warm!
Downtown Events
Downtown Gaylord plays host to events ranging from small, intimate concerts to week long, vibrant festivals, and everything in-between! Whether the target is to bring the community together, focus on raising funding for a local cause, or anything else you can think of, you’ll find it in Downtown Gaylord.
Businesses Directory
Whether it’s a gift for a loved one, or some delicious local grub, you’ll find it in downtown Gaylord! We know you’ll come away not only with a quality item but a shopping experience you’ll truly appreciate. We invite you to shop well and often.
Special thanks to the Gaylord Area Convention and Tourism Bureau and Dr. Patrick J.
McNamara Fund, Dale and Marlene Smith Fund and the William and Linda Muzyl
Funds from the Otsego Community Foundation for their support of our efforts.