Covington, Georgia Historic Downtown Entertainment District

Covington, Georgia Historic Downtown Entertainment District Experience delicious dining, unique shopping, and family fun when you venture into Covington's Historic Downtown Entertainment District. Into family fun?
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Follow this page for local sales, menu specials, and events happening in Covington, Georgia's Historic Downtown. Covington’s Historic Downtown Entertainment District is the area between the streets of Conyers to the south, Usher to the north, Brown to the west and Elm to the east. Dedicated to keeping this beautiful historic district vibrant, we will update you on the latest events, specials, dini

ng options, and sales happening in the heart of our community. Visit our historic downtown to shop, dine, and enjoy the businesses and services that are uniquely and refreshingly Covington. Into delicious dining moments or special shopping experiences? Venture into all that Covington, Georgia’s Historic Downtown Entertainment District has to offer and support our local economy and community.

DOWNTOWN SQUARE UTILITY RELOCATION PROJECT UPDATE: AUGUST 7, 2026🔸The Newton County Judicial Center, the Newton County H...
08/07/2026

DOWNTOWN SQUARE UTILITY RELOCATION PROJECT UPDATE: AUGUST 7, 2026
🔸The Newton County Judicial Center, the Newton County Historical Courthouse, and all downtown businesses remain open and accessible during normal business hours. 🔸

Construction crews completed the remaining work needed to prepare the new water line to be placed into service within the construction zone. These efforts help position the project to move into the next phase of utility relocations.

▶AUGUST 10 - AUGUST 16, 2026
▪️ Sanitary sewer construction will resume within the active work area.
▪️ Water service changeovers to the newly installed water line will be scheduled and coordinated.

▶AUGUST 17 - AUGUST 23, 2026
▪️ Crews will continue sanitary sewer installation while connecting the new water and sewer utilities to existing service lines.
▪️ As underground utility work progresses, construction will begin transitioning toward repairs and improvements to the existing stormwater system in the coming weeks.

🚧The current road closures and traffic detours along Hunter Street and Usher Street are expected to remain in place for the next two to three weeks. The closure of Hendricks Street between Clark and Usher Streets will be for the duration of the project.🚧

There are no expected conflicts with any upcoming event in and around the Square, but visitors to the square are encouraged to observe the following for everyone’s safety:
🔹Motorists should continue to follow all posted traffic detours.
🔹Pedestrians are encouraged to avoid traveling through the active construction zone. Walk around the work area using designated routes.
🔹Please observe all temporary traffic control devices and construction signage.

The City appreciates everyone's continued patience and support. For updates and past weeks’ information, please visit bit.ly/DowntownCovUtilityRelocationProj.

Congratulations Worthy Clothing & Co and we are excited to see you reopen in the !
07/31/2026

Congratulations Worthy Clothing & Co and we are excited to see you reopen in the !

The annual Christmas in July Market on the Square will be in the Covington, Georgia Historic Downtown Entertainment Dist...
07/24/2026

The annual Christmas in July Market on the Square will be in the Covington, Georgia Historic Downtown Entertainment District on Saturday, July 25, 2026 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. There will be multiple vendors on the streets to shop, but don't miss the Christmas in July SALES & SPECIALS in businesses too!

It's the perfect opportunity to shop small and support local as well as get your Christmas shopping started early. Experience all the merry and bright businesses in our beautiful downtown for Christmas in July 2026...check out our story for a glimpse of some of the sales! 🎁🎅🌴

Construction on the Downtown Square Utility Relocation Project continues progressing steadily in the within the curren...
07/24/2026

Construction on the Downtown Square Utility Relocation Project continues progressing steadily in the within the current work zone as crews install the new underground utility infrastructure. Crews worked on installing the new water main and successfully installed a new fire hydrant. There have been multiple underground utility conflicts that have slightly slowed progress, but work continues moving forward.

📅Two Week Outlook (7/27/26 - 8/9/26) - Crews are expected to work on:
▪️Sanitary sewer installation
▪️Water main installation
▪️Resolving underground utility conflicts as they are encountered

🚧Construction Area - The current road closure configuration is expected to remain substantially unchanged through the next two weeks. The construction zone will remain closed during Christmas in July Market on the Square (7/25/26), and all existing traffic detours remain in effect. For everyone's safety:
▪️Motorists should follow all posted traffic detours.
▪️Pedestrians are encouraged to avoid traveling through the active construction zone. Please walk around the work area using designated routes.
▪️Please observe all temporary traffic control devices and construction signage.
▪️The contractor has been directed to ensure the construction site is properly secure.

💼Business Access - The Newton County Judicial Center, Newton County Historical Courthouse, and all downtown businesses remain open for normal operations throughout construction.

For comprehensive project information, visit bit.ly/DowntownCovUtilityRelocationProj.

UPDATE FRIDAY, JULY 17, 2026 @ 4:15 PM: The pipe has been repaired and the public restrooms on Washington Street have re...
07/17/2026

UPDATE FRIDAY, JULY 17, 2026 @ 4:15 PM: The pipe has been repaired and the public restrooms on Washington Street have reopened.
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Due to a burst water pipe in the City's public restrooms on Washington Street, just off the Square in the , the restrooms will be closed until further notice starting Friday, July 17, 2026. Thank you for your patience during repairs. 💧

The City of Covington & Discover Covington Hometown 4th of July Parade and Festival will be in the on Saturday, July 4...
07/03/2026

The City of Covington & Discover Covington Hometown 4th of July Parade and Festival will be in the on Saturday, July 4, 2026. Our amazing businesses and restaurants will be open although the roads into the Square will be closing at 4 AM and will reopen to vehicular traffic by 5 PM.

Come out and enjoy the parade, starting at 10 AM, and the festival until 2 PM including fun activities, food trucks and snack tents, facepainting for a nominal fee, touch-a-truck, and a concert by local faves chrisjonscottcjs from 12 PM to 2 PM!

There will be no City organized activities in the Square after 2 PM. Visit the Covington, Georgia Historic Downtown Entertainment District on July 4th for community, family fun and support small and local! 🇺🇸

UPDATE: DOWNTOWN SQUARE UTILITY RELOCATION PROJECTConstruction begins on the Downtown Square Utility Relocation Project ...
07/03/2026

UPDATE: DOWNTOWN SQUARE UTILITY RELOCATION PROJECT

Construction begins on the Downtown Square Utility Relocation Project on Monday, July 6, 2026. The first phase of work will begin on Hunter Street in front of the Newton County Judge Horace Johnson, Jr. Judicial Center and will progress south along Hunter Street within the closure area shown on the map (Hunter Street between Clark Street to north of Usher Street). Crews will be working on sanitary sewer, water, and stormwater infrastructure in this area. This portion of Hunter Street will remain closed until work is completed for this section. Please proceed with caution in this area and follow all detour signage as it will be an active construction site.

🔸This closure will also impact the section of Usher Street in front of the Newton County Judicial Center. Vehicular traffic will be unable to use Usher Street as a through route from Pace Street due to the closure. 🔸

The project staging area on Hendricks Street, located between Usher Street and Clark Street, is also closed. This portion of Hendricks Street will remain closed until further notice.

The duration of work in this phase is currently undetermined, but additional updates will be provided as more information becomes available.

For the latest information and project updates you can visit the Downtown Square Utility Relocation Project page on the City's website at https://cityofcovington.org/index.php?section=projects-module&projectsection=14&project=126. 🚧

Dine at City Pharmacy on Thursday, June 25, 2026 between 4 PM and 9 PM to support Newton County’s 8U All Stars as they r...
06/23/2026

Dine at City Pharmacy on Thursday, June 25, 2026 between 4 PM and 9 PM to support Newton County’s 8U All Stars as they raise money for travel to their World Series!

UPDATE 6/20/26 @ 11:55 AM: Still a beautiful Saturday and the Square is now open to vehicular traffic. Happy weekend!- -...
06/20/2026

UPDATE 6/20/26 @ 11:55 AM: Still a beautiful Saturday and the Square is now open to vehicular traffic. Happy weekend!
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It’s a BEAUTIFUL day in the and perfect for shopping, dining, and discovering the charm of our downtown. During the morning of Saturday, June 20, 2026, the annual Juneteenth Parade will come through the downtown between 10 AM and 11 AM. Although roads into the Square are temporarily closed until the conclusion of the parade, businesses will be open during their normal business hours. Saturdays are super for shopping and supporting small! ☀️🫶🏻

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Conyers Street To The South, Usher Street To The North, Brown Street To The West & Elm Street To The East
Covington, GA
30014

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