Plant City Downtown

10/20/2026

On October 24, history comes alive at the 1914 Plant City High School Community Center.

From 9 AM - 2 PM, the 49th Annual Pioneer Day celebrates the people, places, and traditions that shaped our area.

Get the details in last week's News Briefs: https://www.plantcityobserver.com/news-briefs-10-15-26/

10/06/2026

🎉 BIG NEWS FROM HISTORIC DOWNTOWN PLANT CITY! 🎉

We are excited to announce Shannon Keil, MBA, as the new Executive Director of Historic Plant City Main Street, effective October 13, 2026!

A fifth-generation Plant City native, Shannon brings more than 25 years of experience in leadership, mentoring, event management, sponsorship development, and community engagement. She also holds a Master of Business Administration and is a certified coach, with a leadership style rooted in service, collaboration, and developing others.

But beyond her impressive experience, Shannon brings something truly special to this role a deep love for Plant City.

“Plant City is part of my story, my family, and my heart,” Shannon shared. “The opportunity to serve this community is both an honor and a responsibility I embrace.”

As our Executive Director, Shannon will work alongside our board, downtown merchants, volunteers, community partners, and residents to strengthen relationships, create new opportunities, support our local businesses, and continue building a downtown where everyone feels welcome and connected.

Her vision is one that honors where we've been while looking forward to where we're going.

Shannon said “Our downtown is filled with people whose ideas, hard work, and dreams deserve to be celebrated. I want Main Street to be a place where businesses feel supported, partners see opportunities to make a difference, and people feel connected to their community. Together, we can honor our history while creating an exciting future.”

We couldn't be more excited about this next chapter for Historic Plant City Main Street!

Please join us in welcoming Shannon to the Main Street family and congratulating her on this exciting new role!

Welcome home, Shannon!

We are so excited to see what we can accomplish TOGETHER for Historic Downtown Plant City!

09/25/2026

This Saturday! Be Safe! Have Fun!

Hello Plant City! Oktoberfest 2026 is just a few days away!

❗Several roadways will be closed beginning at 9:00am in the downtown corridor including North Evers Street, North Collins Street, and Palmer Street between Reynolds Street and W. Dr. Martin Luther King Blvd. ❗

Join us for Oktoberfest this Saturday, September 26 in downtown Plant City! 🥨 The party starts at 3pm!

Free admission and parking. Enjoy food trucks, downtown's small businesses, live music, vendors, biergartens, a free kid zone, a keg rolling challenge, pin trading, stein-holding competitions, and more!

📍Address for GPS: McCall Park, 100 N. Collins Street, Plant City, FL 33563

Vendors include Der Wurst Lastwagen, Peace Love & Pretzels, 2 Daughters Lemonade , Hamptons Cigar Manufactory, Wheeler Wood Works, The Rolling Pin Homemade Bakery, Bay Bay's Burgers, Line Side Candle Co., Mama J's Jollijeep, FloMex Catering, Forever Wild Jewelry, Zesty Bubbles, H***y Hounds Treat Co., and MORE!

09/25/2026

If you have not given them a try, now is the time!
Downtown Plant City! Easy Parking, Great Food!

Thursday lunch plans? We've got you covered! 😋

Enjoy a handcrafted Calzone or Stromboli, then add a side salad & soft drink for just $3 more. Available Thursday from 11 AM–4 PM, dine-in only!

Come hungry and leave happy! 🍕🥗🥤

09/25/2026

Looking for something to do down town? Always a great cup of Koffey! Music! Fun!

It’s almost time for Revival Fire Acoustic Band to make their Krazy Kup debut! We can’t wait to welcome to the stage and hope you’ll join us in showing the talented ladies your support!

Join us on Friday 9/25 at 7pm for an unforgettable evening of music.
Tickets are $20 and available in house or on eventbrite.com.

09/25/2026

If you have not tried BGB you need to... Local owned, Local sourced foods... Downtown Plant City

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09/25/2026

Always here to serve you needs, in downtown Plant City!

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09/16/2026

Downtown Plant City, Local Folks, Local Styles! 40% off special Items also.

We love a good sale 👯‍♀️💸 We have 40% off racks at the front of the store. Come shop until 5:30 today!

09/08/2026

Come downtown and get a bite to eat and talk a walk! Best Burgers in Town!