Mid City Merchants

09/03/2026

🎨 Artists are invited to submit an original digital work that captures the energy, culture, creativity, and spirit of Mid City and White Light Night. The selected design will become the visual centerpiece of the 2026 campaign, appearing across posters, social media, merchandise, signage, T-shirts, advertising, and more. Plus the selected artist will receive a prize valued at $250 or more! No AI-generated artwork will be accepted. Submit your work by September 10 at the link in our bio!

08/31/2026

🗓️ SAVE THE DATE for White Light Night 2026!

Register your business now (link in bio/visit our website) and receive:
🌟 Our advertisements on the iHeart Radio stations, in Country Roads and the Advocate, and on social media
🌟 Event permits and insurance that covers common and public spaces
🌟 Community police presence throughout the corridor
🌟 Event organizing by the Mid City Merchants Board of Directors.
🌟 Early bird pricing!

We’re calling on local artists to create the official artwork for White Light Night 2026!

🎨 Artists are invited to submit an original digital work that captures the energy, culture, creativity, and spirit of Mid City and White Light Night. The selected design will become the visual centerpiece of the 2026 campaign, appearing across posters, social media, merchandise, signage, T-shirts, advertising, and more. Plus the selected artist will receive a prize valued at $250 or more! No AI-generated artwork will be accepted. Submit your work by September 10 at the link in our bio!

05/13/2026

✨ New date, beautiful forecast, same Hot Art magic ✨

After last week’s weather delay, we are SO excited to finally welcome everyone out to Hot Art Cool Nights this Friday night in Mid City! 🌙🎨

The forecast is looking gorgeous, and these incredible merchants are ready for a night filled with art, music, food, shopping, and community.

🗓 Friday, May 15
⏰ 6PM–10PM
📍 Mid City Art & Cultural District

Thank you to everyone for rolling with the schedule change and continuing to support our local businesses, artists, and makers. We can’t wait to see Mid City glowing again 💛











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05/08/2026

Hey yall! If you see water on the roads, please turn around or SLOW DOWN! One of our merchants is currently hanging out in the rain to keep the wake of water from flooding her shop.

05/07/2026

🌧️ A quick update from your Mid City Merchants family 🌙

For the first time ever, we’re rescheduling Hot Art Cool Nights due to weather. While we hate to shift plans, keeping our community, artists, and merchants safe is always the priority.

✨ New date: Friday, May 15 | 6–10 PM

Same incredible night—just one week later. We can’t wait to gather, celebrate, and shine together in Mid City.

Thank you for your understanding and continued support of our local businesses and creatives 💛

05/05/2026

✨ The official list is here! ✨

These incredible local businesses are bringing the energy, creativity, and community spirit to Hot Art Cool Nights 2026 🎨🌙

From art and music to food, shopping, and everything in between—this is what makes Mid City so special.

🗓 May 8 | 6–10 PM
📍 Mid City Art & Cultural District

Take a look, make your plan, and come out to support your favorite spots (and discover some new ones, too). We couldn’t do this without our amazing merchants!













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01/29/2026

😍😍 Congratulations! 🎉🍾

THANK YOU to all of our customers for 35 years at our Government St location!!! Woohoo!!! We’re ready to serve you for many more!
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