Downtown Monroe Main Street

10/14/2026

Lace up your running shoes and get ready for a frightfully good time in Downtown Monroe! 🏃‍♂️🎃

The Fright Night 5K is taking over downtown on Thursday, October 29 at 7 PM, starting and finishing at Flying Tiger Brewery!

Stick around after the race for an after-party featuring live music from Jackson Culp and the Company and a little extra motivation for our competitive runners: the first-place male and female finishers will each take home a special prize from our friends at Fleet Feet Monroe!

Whether you're running for a PR, the prizes or just the party, we can't wait to see you there!

Sign up today and join the fun! 🔗 https://runsignup.com/Race/LA/Monroe/downtownfrightnight

09/25/2026

Your next night out in Downtown Monroe starts with a pair of running shoes. The Fright Night 5K is happening October 29, and the fun keeps going long after you cross the finish line.

October 29, 2026 • 7 PM • Flying Tiger Brewery • Downtown Monroe, LA

Need a little convincing? Here are five reasons to register:

1. Take your run after dark. Trade your usual route for an evening 5K in downtown Monroe. Costumes ARE encouraged and rewarded!

2. Finish with a free b**r. Cross the finish line and celebrate with a well-earned cold one.

3. Bring home a Fright Night cup and medal. Finishers get their own goodies to remember the night, included with registration.

4. Enjoy live music by Jackson Culp. Stick around after the race for music and a chance to celebrate with friends!

5. Turn race night into a night out. The after-party is at Flying Tiger Brewery, so you’ve already got a plan for where to meet and celebrate.

Send this to your group chat and make it official.
REGISTER NOW:
https://runsignup.com/Race/LA/Monroe/downtownfrightnight

09/18/2026

Make plans to this weekend! 🍽️ Discover Monroe-West Monroe Restaurant Week is happening through September 20, so there’s still time to enjoy special offers at local restaurants! Gather your friends, try a new spot, and support local! 🩵

09/15/2026

Congratulations to our Main Street Director, Hollis Walker, on being named the 2027 King of Krewe de Riviere! 👑

Since stepping into his role with Downtown Monroe, Hollis has brought enthusiasm and a strong commitment to supporting the growth and vibrancy of our downtown community. We’re proud to see him recognized with this special honor and excited to celebrate with him throughout the 2027 Mardi Gras season!

👑 THE RESULTS ARE IN… MEET YOUR 2027 ROYALTY! 👑
Get ready, Twin Cities! We are beyond excited to introduce your 2027 Krewe de Rivière King & Queen! 🎭⚜️
💚 KING HOLLIS WALKER, JR.�💜 QUEEN ELIZABETH “LIZ” FORD
What an INCREDIBLE response from our community! Your likes, loves, shares, and enthusiastic support brought unprecedented engagement to this year’s royalty selection—and we couldn’t be more excited to celebrate our new King and Queen! 🎉
Thank you to every candidate who stepped forward and everyone who helped make this such a memorable selection. You gave us so much to celebrate before the Mardi Gras season even begins!
King Hollis and Queen Liz, your royal adventure starts NOW! We cannot wait to see you represent Krewe de Rivière and help bring the spirit of Mardi Gras to life in 2027! 👑✨
👇 Let’s give our new royalty a welcome fit for a King and Queen! Leave your congratulations in the comments!💜💚💛

09/09/2026

Something spooky is coming to Downtown Monroe. 👀

The Fright Night 5K takes over Downtown Monroe on Thursday, October 29 at 7 PM. Start and finish at Flying Tiger Brewery, then stick around for the after party with Jackson Culp Band taking the stage at 7:30 PM. Registration is $40.

Runners, walkers and families are all welcome, and every registration supports the Downtown Monroe Main Street Volunteer Board and its work to keep downtown active, connected and full of things worth showing up for.

Registration is officially OPEN! Tag a friend who needs to sign up too!

REGISTER NOW: https://runsignup.com/Race/LA/Monroe/downtownfrightnight

08/13/2026

August’s Downtown Gallery Crawl was one for the books! 🎨✨

From incredible local art and talented artists to friends filling the galleries and streets, we loved seeing so much creativity and community throughout Downtown Monroe. 💙

Thank you to everyone who came out to crawl, explore, and support our local arts scene. Until next time! 🖼️

08/05/2026

Still thinking about June's Gallery Crawl? Same. ✨

Good news... the Downtown Gallery Crawl is back at it tomorrow! 🎨

✨August 6th from 5–9 PM
View the passport and learn more here: downtowngallerycrawl.com

We'll see you downtown!

📸 Photos: Downtown Gallery Crawl & WONDERBOY

08/03/2026

Now that's a delicious spotlight. 👏✨

A big thank you to for featuring the incredible dining experience at The Hotel Monroe. We love seeing Downtown Monroe getting the recognition it deserves!

Great food, local favorites, and plenty to explore all in one place. See you downtown! 💙

08/03/2026

💙 Welcome to Downtown Monroe!

From local shopping and delicious dining to art, entertainment, and riverfront views, there's always something to discover in Downtown Monroe. ✨

Come explore, stay awhile, and see what makes Downtown Monroe so special. Explore Louisiana

08/01/2026

🎨 The countdown is on!

The Downtown Gallery Crawl returns next week, and you won't want to miss one of Downtown Monroe's favorite evenings of art, creativity, and community. ✨

Grab your friends, plan your route, and get ready to explore local galleries, meet talented artists, and experience the vibrant arts scene that makes downtown so unique.

✨August 6th, 5-9pm

Who's ready to crawl? 💙

Visit: https://www.downtowngallerycrawl.com/ for more information!

📸Photo Credits: Downtown Gallery Crawl & WONDERBOY