There is something charming about a small downtown, where historic buildings stand in honor of those who came before, where shopping and service businesses meet the needs of customers, where citizens and visitors greet each other with a friendly hello, for a downtown is the commercial, cultural and historic heart of a small town!
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Visit our DOWNTOWN PHOTOS page to see additional pictures past & present!
Upcoming Downtown Events
Downtown Fairmont hosts a variety of annual and special events throughout the year, bringing the community together for fun, entertainment, and memorable experiences. Below you'll find upcoming downtown events. To explore past downtown events, CLICK HERE.
PROWL ON THE PLAZA (details coming soon)
MERRY & BRIGHT NIGHT (details coming soon)
New to Downtown
The growth of Downtown Fairmont continues as entrepreneurs invest in our community. Here are a few of the newest businesses that now call downtown home.
(Coming Soon)
Downtown in the News
Thank you, KATO Living, for showcasing Downtown Fairmont!
We’re grateful for your features highlighting the businesses, organizations, and people that make our downtown special—and for sharing our story with viewers across southern Minnesota!
A special thank you to Visit Fairmont for making this possible and for continuing to promote our community.
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A big thank you to Visit Fairmont and Brittany for highlighting the shopping and dining experiences in Downtown Fairmont! The videos they created can be found throughout our business and organization pages, helping showcase the people, places, and businesses that make Fairmont a great place to live, work, shop, dine, and visit. We appreciate your efforts to support and promote our local community!
The Sentinel has played an important role in Downtown Fairmont, serving as a trusted source of local news and a lasting connection to the community. From covering the people and businesses that shape downtown to documenting the events, milestones, and stories that become part of Fairmont’s history, the newspaper has helped tell the story of our community for generations.
Downtown Transformation
Over the past few years, Downtown Fairmont has experienced a remarkable transformation as businesses have invested in new storefronts, building improvements, and refreshed facades. These upgrades reflect a strong commitment to preserving and enhancing our downtown. Here are just a few examples of the improvements that have helped revitalize the heart of our community.
Your Guide to Downtown Fairmont
Downtown Fairmont is filled with unique businesses, organizations, restaurants, shops, and services. Browse the categories below to discover all that our vibrant downtown community has to offer.
