Upcoming events
Community Caroling
Join us for the magic of Community Caroling on December 5, 12, and 19! Gather at Pine Street Plaza as friends, families, and neighbors come together to fill downtown with classic holiday songs and cheerful spirit. All ages are welcome—bring your voice, your joy, and your favorite cozy scarf as we celebrate the season through music.
Lighted Tractor Parade
Don’t miss the dazzling Lighted Tractor Parade, where beautifully decorated tractors light up the streets in a festive display of holiday cheer! It’s a unique and fun-filled event for the whole family, featuring a parade of bright lights, creative designs, and seasonal magic! 🚜✨
Community Caroling
Join us for the magic of Community Caroling on December 5, 12, and 19! Gather at Pine Street Plaza as friends, families, and neighbors come together to fill downtown with classic holiday songs and cheerful spirit. All ages are welcome—bring your voice, your joy, and your favorite cozy scarf as we celebrate the season through music.
Community Caroling
Join us for the magic of Community Caroling on December 5, 12, and 19! Gather at Pine Street Plaza as friends, families, and neighbors come together to fill downtown with classic holiday songs and cheerful spirit. All ages are welcome—bring your voice, your joy, and your favorite cozy scarf as we celebrate the season through music.
Jingle & Mingle Holiday Open House
Kick off the season in festive style with Jingle & Mingle in downtown Centralia! Enjoy an evening of holiday shopping, exclusive specials, twinkling lights, and plenty of cheer as you explore our 12 Shops of Christmas passport locations. Whether you're hunting for the perfect gift or simply soaking in the magic of the season, this event brings our community together to celebrate local businesses and the joy of shopping small.
And don’t forget to wear your best ugly sweater—holiday spirit encouraged!
Join us for cozy vibes, merry moments, and a downtown filled with holiday sparkle—you won’t want to miss it!
Shop Small Saturday
Support local businesses this Shop Small Saturday by shopping downtown and discovering unique treasures right in your community! It’s the perfect day to find one-of-a-kind gifts, enjoy special deals, and make a big impact on our small businesses!
Tree Lighting
Join us for the magic of our Annual Tree Lighting presented by Peak Credit Union as we kick off the holiday season with festive cheer, community caroling, and a breathtaking tree lighting ceremony! It’s a heartwarming tradition that brings the community together to celebrate the season of giving and light.
Downtown Trick or Treating
Bring the whole family to Downtown Trick-or-Treating for a spooktacular time filled with treats and festive fun! Wander the streets, visit local businesses, and enjoy Halloween surprises around every corner! 🎃👻
Volunteer Appreciation
Join us for our Volunteer Appreciation Celebration, where we’ll honor the amazing individuals who give their time and energy to make our community thrive. It’s a special day to celebrate their hard work, dedication, and the impact they’ve made on our downtown!
Founders Day
Celebrate Founder’s Day as we honor Centralia’s rich history and the vision of its founders, marking 150 years of community, growth, and pride. Join us for a day of festivities, storytelling, and special events that highlight the milestones of our beloved town! 🎉🎂
Christmas in July
Get into the holiday spirit early with Christmas in July, a festive summer celebration filled with holiday-themed fun and treats! Enjoy cheerful décor, community activities, and a taste of Christmas magic—minus the winter chill! 🎄☀️
Summerfest
Celebrate Independence Day with 4th of July Summerfest, a day filled with family fun, live music, and delicious food! Enjoy exciting activities, games, and our beloved parade to cap off the perfect summer celebration!
Flower Crawl
Celebrate spring with our Downtown Flower Crawl, where you can explore local businesses, enjoy seasonal specials, and collect beautiful blooms along the way.
Spring Clean up
Join us for our Spring Clean-Up as we refresh downtown with sweeping, planting, and sprucing up storefronts. Grab a friend, lend a hand, and help make our community shine!
Early Bird Specials
Work schedule tricky for regular business hours? Naturally early riser? This is the holiday shopping for you!
Downtown Caroling
Join the Centralia Downtown Association for a festive evening walk through downtown and sing your heart out! As you know, "the best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear!"
Late Til 8
Every Friday in December until Christmas, participating stores will be open Late Til 8 to accommodate all your holiday shopping needs!
15th Annual Lighted Tractor Parade!
Join us for our 15th Annual Lighted Tractor Parade! It is our biggest event of the year, and you won’t want to miss out!
Midnight Madness
Following the 15th Annual Lighted Tractor Parade, stick around downtown Centralia to shop, dine and play until Midnight!
Downtown Caroling
Join the Centralia Downtown Association for a festive evening walk through downtown and sing your heart out! As you know, "the best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear!"
Late Til 8
Every Friday in December until Christmas, participating stores will be open Late Til 8 to accommodate all your holiday shopping needs!
Downtown Caroling
Join the Centralia Downtown Association for a festive evening walk through downtown and sing your heart out! As you know, "the best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear!"
Late Til 8
Every Friday in December until Christmas, participating stores will be open Late Til 8 to accommodate all your holiday shopping needs!
Shop Small Saturday
Support local businesses and discover hidden gems on Shop Small Saturday, a day dedicated to celebrating and championing the heart and soul of our community.
Tree Lighting
Celebrate the season with us as we light up our tree in George Washington Park!
Block Party
Join us for our volunteer appreciation Block Party to celebrate all we’ve accomplished in 2024!
Candidate Forum
Join us as we get to know our candidates better at this facilitated Q&A brought to you by the Centralia Downtown Association. All encouraged and welcome to come!
Safety Meeting
Join us as we discuss downtown and community safety- celebrations, concerns, and questions welcome!
Music in the Park
Have a rockin’ good time at our Music in the Park series with Joel Gibson Jr.
Music in the Park
Have a rockin’ good time at our Music in the Park series with Grooveyard!