Posts by Julie
New Event Announcement: Shamrock the Block
After 20 years organizing the Emerald Isle Parade, Downtown Lee’s Summit Main Street (DLSMS) was presented with an opportunity to re-imagine its annual celebration, traditionally held the Saturday before St.…
Read MoreThank You
As the saying goes, “Rome wasn’t built in a day.” The same is true for our annual Downtown Days festival. So, what keeps this timeless tradition going strong? We’d like…
Read MoreJoin Your Ghoul Squad for Witches Eve
Prepare for a gaggle of witches to descend upon Downtown Lee’s Summit during this hallowed annual tradition on Thursday, October 7th. Witches Eve is a chance to dress up and…
Read MoreDowntown Lee’s Summit Main Street Announces New Assistant Director
Downtown Lee’s Summit Main Street (DLSMS), a 501c3 nonprofit organization dedicated to the revitalization and historic preservation of Downtown Lee’s Summit, recently welcomed Whitney Dunbar to serve as the new…
Read MoreCraving a Downtown Days Comeback
There are a handful of novelties I get to savor just once a year. A gyro from the Greek stand at Downtown Days is at the top of that list.…
Read MoreSeason Premiere of the Fourth Fridays Art Walk
When was the last time you could experience a street theatre production, tour artist showcases, and purchase custom creations all in one place? Try our Fourth Fridays Art Walk in…
Read MoreWe can’t contain our Eggcitement for Spring!
Fresh flowers in the planters. Patio weather. Polka dot balloons all hung from the storefronts with care. These are all signs that Spring has arrived in Downtown Lee’s Summit, and…
Read MoreUpdate on Downtown Days 2021
At this point in the pandemic recovery, it is not yet safe to host our largest community event, Downtown Days. Downtown Days is traditionally held the first full weekend in…
Read MoreEmerald Isle Parade will return in 2022
As large community events continue to pose a high risk to public health, Downtown Lee’s Summit Main Street will not host the Emerald Isle Parade, scheduled for Saturday, March 13,…
Read MoreBeautique Crowned Best Holiday Wreath
Downtown Lee’s Summit Main Street challenged local businesses to a holiday wreath decorating competition, and the results are a-door-able. The gauntlet was thrown on November 27th when over 30 downtown…
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