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We are excited to announce that registration for the 2025 Main Street Now Conference in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, from April 7 – 9, is now open! Register today to join your peers from across the Main Street network and experts in commercial district stewardship for three days of connection, learning, and celebration.
Room blocks at the conference hotel are also now available. Keep reading to learn about registration rates and deadlines, hotel reservations, education highlights, and more.
Registration Rates & Dates
Early Bird (by February 4*): $465 Member | $655 Non-Member
Regular (by March 31*): $565 Member | $755 Non-Member
On-Site (April 6 – 9): $775 Member and Non-Member
One Day: $399 Online | $425 On-site
Civic Leader: $200 Online | $225 On-site
Student: $200 Online | $225 On-site
*Deadlines are subject to change.
Plan Your Experience
Be part of the conference scene by staying at the official 2025 Main Street Now Conference hotel. Specially priced rooms for attendees are available for $259 per night (plus taxes and fees) at the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, conveniently located in the heart of City Center, just steps from conference sessions and host city experiences. Learn more and book your stay >
With 100+ education sessions, networking activities, and special events, the Main Street Now 2025 agenda is packed with countless opportunities to learn, connect, and celebrate. Click the link below to check out the schedule at-a-glance, preview the education sessions, get to know the conference themes, and learn about mobile workshops. Learn more about the agenda >
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