City of Jesup Downtown Development Authority

10/23/2026

🍂 MAKE PLANS FOR DOWNTOWN JESUP THIS WEEKEND! 🎃

Looking for something to do this weekend? Head to Historic Downtown Jesup and enjoy a little fall fun!

🎃 SCAVENGER HUNT, SCARECROW STYLE! Grab the scarecrow map, take a stroll through downtown, check out the creative displays, and cast your votes for your favorites in our Scarecrows Among Us Contest! 🗳️

🛍️ SHOP LOCAL! Visit our downtown shops, discover something new, and support the small businesses that make our community special.

🍽️ DINE LOCAL! Grab a bite to eat at one of our downtown restaurants and enjoy a meal right here in Jesup.

Make a day of it, bring the family, and show some love to the local businesses that help keep our downtown thriving!

❤️ SHOP LOCAL. DINE LOCAL. LOVE DOWNTOWN JESUP.

📍 Check out the scarecrow map below and start planning your downtown adventure!

10/22/2026

🎄 IT’S TIME FOR THE 2026 DOWNTOWN JESUP CHRISTMAS PARADE! 🎄

The most wonderful time of the year is right around the corner, and we’re excited to announce this year’s parade theme: A VINTAGE CHRISTMAS! ✨

Get ready for a little holiday nostalgia as Historic Downtown Jesup comes alive with festive floats, Christmas cheer, and the timeless charm of the season!

🎁 A special thank you to Crawford's Jewelers Inc., our 2026 Downtown Jesup Christmas Parade Presenting Sponsor, for helping bring this beloved community tradition to life!

🎅 WANT TO BE PART OF THE PARADE?
Online entry applications are now available! Apply using the link below or pick up an application at Jesup City Hall.

🔗 Parade Information & Entry Applications:
https://www.jesupga.gov/373/Downtown-Jesup-Christmas-Parade

📅 Friday, December 4, 2026
⏰ 7:00 PM
📍 Historic Downtown Jesup

Start planning your floats, gather your crew, and bring your best Vintage Christmas spirit! Whether you’re participating with a business, organization, school, or community group, we can’t wait to see what you bring to the parade!

Let’s make this a Christmas tradition to remember! ❤️🎄

10/22/2026

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💜 COMMUNITY REMINDER 💜

We invite everyone in the community to join us for our Remembrance Vigil for Domestic Violence Victims and the Purpling of the Fountain as we honor those whose lives have been lost to domestic violence and stand in support of survivors.

📍 Location: Train Depot, Downtown
🕠 Time: 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM

Let’s come together as a community to remember, honor, and raise awareness. Every life lost matters, every survivor deserves support, and every voice can make a difference.

We hope to see you there as we stand together in remembrance and in the fight against domestic violence. 💜

10/21/2026

10/16/2026

🎉 ARCH FEST IS TOMORROW! 🎉

Join us Saturday, October 17th, in Historic Downtown Jesup for a full day of shopping, food, entertainment, family activities, and Train Day! 🚂

🛍️ Shop Downtown Jesup! Our downtown merchants will have specials waiting for you, so take some time to explore our local shops and support small businesses!

📍 Stop by the City of Jesup Tent!
✨ Check out the latest Downtown Jesup merchandise
🗺️ Pick up a Downtown Walking Map to explore our historic downtown
🎃 Grab a Scarecrows Among Us map to find this year's creative scarecrow displays!

Make a day of it, discover something new, and enjoy everything Downtown Jesup has to offer!

📅 Saturday, October 17th
⏰ 9:30 AM – 5 PM
📍 Historic Downtown Jesup

We can't wait to see you downtown!

10/15/2026

🚧 ARCH FEST PREPARATIONS ARE UNDERWAY! 🎉

Preparations are underway in Historic Downtown Jesup as we get ready for Arch Fest this Saturday, October 17th!

⚠️⚠️⚠️⚠️ PLEASE BE AWARE: Brief Road closures may occur in downtown Jesup this morning as event setup gets underway. Motorists should use caution, watch for workers and event staff, and follow directions from law enforcement.⚠️⚠️⚠️⚠️

We appreciate your patience and cooperation as we get downtown ready to welcome everyone for a fantastic day of shopping, entertainment, food, and family fun!

🎉 We’ll see you Saturday at Arch Fest!

10/08/2026

📢 Attention Downtown Merchants! 📢

Our October Newsletter is here! Be sure to check your inbox! If you didn’t receive your copy, let us know and we’ll be happy to send it your way. 📬

10/08/2026

🚨 LAST CALL FOR GRAND MARSHAL NOMINATIONS! 🎄🎖️

Tomorrow is the deadline to nominate someone to serve as the 2026 Downtown Jesup Christmas Parade Grand Marshal!

Know someone who deserves this special honor? Get your nomination in today!

✨ Nominate here:
https://forms.gle/AzwRv7qUSmpsspEM8

Who should lead the parade? 🎄❤️💚

🎄 Downtown Jesup Christmas Parade
📅 Friday, December 4, 2026
⏰ 7:00 PM
📍 Historic Downtown Jesup

10/08/2026

✂️🎉 Ribbon Cutting Celebration in Downtown Jesup! 🎉✂️

Join us TODAY as we celebrate the ribbon cutting of one of Downtown Jesup’s newest businesses Geekstop! 🎮✨

Come out, show your support, and help us celebrate another great addition to our downtown community! ❤️

Welcome to Downtown Jesup, Geekstop! 🎉

Reminder for our ribbon cutting ceremony tomorrow!
October 8th at 4:00pm!
Come on by and check it out! 😊