Stylized banner of the words "Downtown Marquette" in white.
The words "Rent the Commons" below a digitized outline of the Marquette Commons on a blue background.
A clothing rack in a store with the word "Shop" overlaid across the image.
Entrance to a winebar and restaurant with the word "Dine" overlaid across the image.
A customer at a farmer's market stand with the words "Farmers Market" overlaid across the image.
The Marquette Harbor with the word "Enjoy" overlaid across the image.
Street musicians performing on a public sidewalk with the word 'Events' overlaid across the image.

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It’s Small Business Week! This is a time set aside nationally to recognize the role small businesses play in shaping our communities. 🛍️🍽️ In Downtown Marquette, small businesses are more than storefronts. They are the people you know, the p
Musicians and bands! Applications are now open for the 2026 season of Music on Third. 🎶 On the third Thursday of July, August, and September, North Third Street in Downtown Marquette is closed from 6–9 PM and filled with live music at more th
The Winter Parking Ban is lifted today! While there are still plenty of snowbanks melting around town, the overnight parking ban restriction has ended for the season. Another change that marks a move towards warmer weather! The overnight parking ba
The Blueberry Festival Poster Design Competition is your chance to be part of a 27-year Downtown Marquette tradition and win the $400 prize! 🫐🎨 Over the years, winning posters have each brought a different style, personality, and creative take on
SPRING STREET CLOSURE THIS FRIDAY APRIL 10 – FRONT STREET TO THIRD STREET Beginning at 12:00 p.m., Friday, April 10 and continuing through 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, April 12, Spring Street will be closed to motor vehicles between Front Street and
🚨 GIVEAWAY ALERT 🚨 Downtown Marquette is partnering with the world-famous Dumpster Water Grill for a romantic dinner for two 💕 The only dining establishment downtown that is open 24/7. To enter: 👉 Comment your favorite dumpster dish below On
❄️ A big thank you to city staff and our MDDA maintenance team ❄️ We want to give a huge thank you to everyone for their hard work during this recent record snowfall. Snow like this is no small task, and we’re grateful for the dedication and c
Downtown Marquette Restaurant Week returns March 8–14! 🍽️✨ For one week, local restaurants will showcase new flavors, creative menus, and dishes that reflect the growing diversity of our culinary scene. It’s the perfect excuse to try
Fog rolling in from Lake Superior into Marquette, and the Ore Dock in the background makes for a pretty cool scene. Got to love when the lake decides to set the mood. 🌫️

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