GDA IS A NON-PROFIT STATEWIDE ORGANIZATION THAT CONNECTS COMMUNITIES AND PROFESSIONALS THAT ARE COMMITTED TO DOWNTOWN VITALITY.

GDA Mission
Connect communities and equip professionals through training and networking to strengthen and advocate for Georgia’s downtowns.

GDA Vision
A statewide network of thriving downtowns and equipped professionals that are recognized as Georgia’s most valuable economic engine

We provide accredited training programs for downtown development professionals, advocate for Georgia's downtowns, and educate private and public sectors on the economic benefits of a thriving downtown. GDA also hosts the annual Georgia Downtown Conference to offer top notch educational training and networking opportunities.

Benefits of Membership

If you are working to foster downtown revitalization or working within the field of downtown development, Georgia Downtown Association (GDA) membership provides you with access to the information and expertise you need to promote successful downtown revitalization efforts.

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GDA Award Winners


Georgia's Downtowns Are Happening

Farmers Market

Downtown Cartersville
July 27 8 AM
Come and visit your local farmer's market to purchase fresh produce and other goods.

Main Street Market

Hahira, Georgia
July 27 9 AM
The Main Street Market is an open air event and provides an opportunity for local vendors to come out and offer their products and services to the community.

Evening of the Arts

Lawrenceville Lawn, 210 Luckie Street, Lawrenceville, GA 30046
July 27 5 PM
Join us for Evening of the Arts, an event where creativity takes center stage! Immerse yourself in a vibrant visual arts gallery featuring local talents, witness captivating performances on the main stage, and experience the power of music with live performances spanning genres. Engage your artistic spirit through interactive workshops and collaborative installations, discovering new techniques and leaving with a personalized masterpiece. Evening of the Arts is more than an event; it's a celebration of boundless creativity within our community. Join us on July 27 from 5 pm to 9 pm for an evening of discovery, inspiration, and the magic that happens when diverse art forms come together in one spectacular space. Be sure to catch us at all our concerts. With LIVE in the DTL, you won't want to miss a beat! Up next: August 23 – LIVE in the DTL September 13 – Around the World in the DTL September 27 – CULTURA: Fiesta Latina November 9 – Harvest Festival

GDA News

Downtown Edge Scholarship

GDA pays tribute to our late friend and colleague Adam Edge by announcing the Downtown Edge Scholarship

Main Street Georgia - Heartbeat Video

Video provided by our friends at the Office of Downtown Development