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Sweets and Treats Brings Halloween Excitement to Historic Downtown Perry

Sweets and Treats Brings Halloween Excitement to Historic Downtown Perry Historic Downtown Perry invites the community to the annual Sweets and Treats event on October 25 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. This free event offers an exciting opportunity for attendees to collect candy and trinkets from downtown merchants and local organizations. Costumes are highly encouraged, as well as your own bag or bucket for treats. Dream a Little Wish Entertainment will feature princesses and...

Perry Christmas Parade December 2, 2023

Perry Christmas Parade December 2, 2023 The City of Perry is hosting the “Gingerbread Village: A Sweet and Merry Christmas Parade” on Saturday, December 2 at 10:00 a.m. Attendees can expect more than 80 floats featuring representatives from the community as we kick off the holiday season in Perry. PLEASE NOTE: Due to safety concerns, candy will not be thrown or distributed by participants. The parade will begin on Kellwood Drive and then turn right onto General Courtney...

Community Invited to Downtown Perry Sweets & Treats

Community Invited to Downtown Perry Sweets & Treats Historic Downtown Perry invites participants to the annual Sweets and Treats free event on October 27 from 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Attendees are encouraged to dress in their best Halloween costumes as they collect candy and trinkets from participating downtown merchants and outside organizations. Bags or buckets are strongly encouraged. Dream a Little Wish Entertainment will be on hand with princesses and superheroes on the City...

City Services Expand Into New City Hall

Several City of Perry services are now located in the new Perry City Hall in Historic Downtown Perry. The following services are relocated to Perry City Hall: Municipal Court Council Offices Economic Development Main Street Program City Clerk Perry Welcome Center Phone numbers for each office remain the same. A list of contact information is found on the City’s website at perry-ga.gov under the Directory heading. The building was purchased from the Houston County...

Downtown Perry's Sidewalk Sale to Add Exciting Warehouse Sale

The Historic Downtown Perry merchants will host their bi-annual Sidewalk Sale on Saturday, August 19, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. in Historic Downtown Perry. Downtown retail businesses seek to bring residents and visitors an opportunity to shop the downtown stores at discounted prices as they prepare for the fall season. This season’s event introduces a new and exciting component—the Warehouse Sale. In addition to setting up on the sidewalks of Downtown Perry, retail businesses...

Historic Downtown Perry Hosts Annual Wine Tasting Event - SOLD OUT

Historic Downtown Perry Hosts Annual Wine Tasting Event UPDATE – April 14, 2023 Tickets for Downtown Perry's Wine Tasting - Spring 2023 are officially sold out! Thank you to everyone that has purchased tickets in support of Downtown Perry. Didn't have a chance to purchase tickets? You can still enjoy Downtown Perry on the evening of April 15 for live music and shopping late. Food and beverage will be available for purchase throughout downtown, including wine from local wineries,...

Perry DDA Request for Qualifications for Downtown Mixed-Use Facility

Perry DDA Request for Qualifications for Downtown Mixed-Use Facility The Perry Downtown Development Authority (DDA) is accepting Requests for Qualifications (RFQ) for a collaborative public/private development venture. The development is a Downtown Mixed-Use Facility located at 718 Carroll Street in Perry. An optional Pre-RFQ is scheduled for December 1, 2022, at Perry’s City Hall Council Chambers located at 1211 Washington Street. The meeting will begin at 10:00 a.m. Submissions...

Historic Downtown Perry Features Deals During Sidewalk Sale

Historic Downtown Perry Features Deals During Sidewalk Sale The Historic Downtown Perry merchants will host the bi-annual Sidewalk Sale on Saturday, August 20, from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. The annual Sidewalk Sale seeks to bring residents and visitors an opportunity to shop the downtown stores at discounted prices as they prepare for the fall season. “The Downtown Perry Sidewalk Sale happens twice a year. This sale is a great opportunity for participants to support local...

"Rock the Ribbon Night" Takes Over Food Truck Friday

Historic Downtown Perry will host Food Truck Friday on Friday, July 15, from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Rock the Ribbon Night is this month’s theme. Attendees are encouraged to wear the color or ribbon that reflects their special cause. “We invite attendees to wear ribbons or apparel in the color(s) of a cause that is meaningful to them, such as a pink ribbon for Breast Cancer Awareness or a multi-colored puzzle pattern for Autism Awareness,” says Special Events Coordinator, Anya...

Shop Small This Saturday for Small Business Saturday

Historic Downtown Perry invites you to shop local and help Perry’s economy thrive during Small Business Saturday on November 27. The Main Street Advisory Board is giving away a chance to win $250 Downtown Dollars for those who visit and shop in Historic Downtown Perry. Visiting a participating business = 1 token Making a purchase at a business = +1 token Collect 20 tokens and turn them in for a chance to win $250 Downtown Dollars.

Historic Downtown Perry Hosts Holiday Events

Historic Downtown Perry Hosts Holiday Events The Perry Downtown Promotions Committee announces events through December for the Holiday shopping season. Holiday Open House – November 20 – Get a glimpse of what our downtown has to offer for the holiday season! Shops are open from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Small Business Saturday – November 27 – Shop downtown for a chance to win $250 Downtown Dollars. Shops are open from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. North Pole Party – December 4...

Perry Council Recognizes Small Businesses

Perry Council Recognizes Small Businesses Mayor and City Council proclaimed the Saturday after Thanksgiving as Small Business Saturday. The City of Perry supports local businesses that create jobs, boost our economy, and preserve our communities. According to the United States Small Business Administration, there are 31.7 million small businesses in the United States and are responsible for creating 65.1% of net new jobs. Mayor Walker, along with City of Perry Downtown Manager,...