Montpelier Business Association

The Montpelier Business Association (MBA) is a partner to Montpelier Alive and acts as a network and united voice for small downtown businesses. The group meets regularly to coordinate promotions, networking and events, and to discuss important topics that collectively impact downtown small businesses.

The MBA meets on the first Wednesday of each month at 8:30 am at City Hall. MBA meetings are open to all Montpelier businesses and to invited guests. Please contact the Executive Director, [email protected]  if you would like to attend. 

In addition to organizing the Montpelier Business Association  events listed below, designed to draw visitors downtown to shop, explore, and experience our vibrant community, Montpelier Alive offers a range of benefits to business members. These include marketing support, promotional opportunities, and valuable networking connections.

Membership dues also help fund the many initiatives that keep our downtown thriving: from streetscape improvements and livability efforts, to holiday decorations, seasonal flowers, and more. We’re deeply grateful for your continued support and involvement in making Montpelier a welcoming and dynamic place to be.

To become a Montpelier Alive Member, visit this link to our Membership page: https://www.montpelieralive.com/membership

Annual MBA Events:

Cabin Fever Sale/Wellness Weekend (March)
Discounts at stores and wellness businesses downtown. Any business can participate by creatively integrating their promotion into the theme of the weekend, 'Wellness' and 'Cabin Fever'.

Montpelier Mayfest
First weekend in May; there are many events that Montpelier Alive promotes as a fun-filled weekend. 

Moonlight Magic
Usually the third Friday in October, stores stay open late and host sales from 5-9 pm as street performers perform downtown. 

Flannel Friday
Montpelier's cozy version of Black Friday. Shoppers wearing flannel receive gifts from the "Flannel Fairy" as they shop, in addition to enjoying sales at businesses. 

Small Business Saturday
This happens the day after Flannel Friday. Montpelier Alive promotes shopping local over the holidays. 

 

Branding Presentation and Market Study (PowerPoint)
Merchant Letter
Capital City Farmers Market Study

** There are many other events and festivals that take place in Montpelier. Please visit the Events and Festivals page and events calendar for more information.