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The 2024 Main Street Now Conference is coming to Birmingham, Alabama, May 6-8.
Register today and join fellow commercial district revitalization leaders from across the country for three days of insightful education sessions, unique special events, immersive mobile workshops, and memorable experiences in Birmingham, "The Magic City." From downtowns in rural places to commercial corridors in cities, the Main Street Now Conference offers time-tested approaches, new techniques, and opportunities to exchange ideas designed to help your team address pressing issues impacting your community.
Discounts and special rates are available to Main Street America members, civic leaders, and students. For additional savings, register by the early bird or regular online deadlines. Please see below for registration rates and deadlines.
Early Bird (by March 11*): $465 Member | $635 Non-Member
Regular (by April 26*): $565 Member | $735 Non-Member
On-Site: $775 Member, Non-Member
One Day: $399
Student: $200
Civic Leader: $199
The official 2024 Main Street Now Conference t-shirt is available in unisex sizing and features a tribute to iconic BHAM landmarks, sites, and points of interest, plus conference activities that you can only experience in The Magic City.
Pre-sales end on March 11. A limited supply of shirts will also be available at the Main Street America booth in the Expo Hall. Add yours to your registration today!
Hotels
Be part of the conference scene and stay in one of the official 2024 Main Street Now Conference hotels! Room blocks for conference attendees are available at the Sheraton Birmingham and The Westin Birmingham hotels, conveniently located in the heart of downtown Birmingham with direct connections to the Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex, where conference sessions will be held. Learn more and make your reservation here >
Travel
Planes, trains, and transit...there are many ways to get to and travel around Birmingham. When booking flights, select Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to touchdown just seven minutes from downtown. With daily service, Amtrak's Crescent Train offers connections from New York City to New Orleans. Transit options abound in Birmingham, too. Learn more about travel options here >
Conference Agenda
From inspiring plenaries and immersive mobile workshops to engaging education sessions and interactive courses, the Main Street Now 2024 schedule features 150+ opportunities for local leaders to strengthen networks, gain new skills, find solutions to issues impacting their communities. Explore the agenda here >
Education Sessions & Mobile Workshops
Education sessions provide time-tested and leading-edge educational content on a wide range of topics relevant to commercial district revitalization professionals, civic leaders, board members, volunteers, and supporters of place-based economic development efforts. Mobile workshops offer immersive learning experiences and unique opportunities to experience Birmingham and surrounding communities. Preview education sessions and mobile workshops here >
Leadership Development Workshop
Looking to supercharge your conference experience? Register for the Leadership Development Workshop! Taking place ahead of the conference from May 4-5, and led by expert leadership coaches and facilitators, this workshop is a high impact, in-person professional development opportunity designed to equip Main Street leaders with the tools and strategies vital to connect, motivate, and lead people effectively. Learn more about the Leadership Development Workshop >
Plan Your Conference Experience
It's never too early to start planning your Main Street Now 2024 itinerary. Come a few days early or extend your stay to experience all that The Magic City has to offer. Whether this is your first time to Birmingham or you're a seasoned visitor, make sure to check out our conference travel guide for can't miss experiences, local dining options, heritage sites, and more. Learn more and start exploring here >
Learn more about our conference policies here >
Get answers to Frequently Asked Questions here >
Questions? Email info@mainstreet.org.
Please note: Due to the high volume of requests, it may take up to 72 hours to receive a response.
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*Deadlines are subject to change.
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