🎟️ ALL ACCESS, FREE ENTRY FOR ALL!
Thanks to the incredible support of our sponsors, all live music venues and activities at Downtown Countdown are FREE this year. There is no ticket or wristband required — just show up and enjoy!
🌟 What’s included:
Live music at all venues:
- The Room Upstairs -w- Aristotle Jones
- Stages Music School -w- Mama and the Ruckus
- Back Room of The Dream Bean -w- Emma Shirey and Taran Trea
- The Listening Room at The RiffRaff -w- Holy River
- Number 9 Brewing Co. -w- The Traj Warlords
- The RiffRaff Art Boutique -w- Tim & Maggie
PLUS
- Gaming Theater featuring top video game systems
- Ice Sculpting & Circus Performances
- Scavenger Hunt Beginning at Mercer Street Bicycle Co-Op
- Early Bird Countdown, Crafts and Piñata Party at Hatters Bookshop, Daydream Games and Princeton Public Library
- Spectacular Ball Drop and Fireworks
Learn about these featured artists here.
Location
📍 Festival Location:
The event happens in and around Dick Copeland Town Square in the Mercer Street Grassroots District, Princeton, WV. Use 869 Mercer Street as your GPS location.
🚧 Road Closure:
Mercer Street will be closed between the 8th and 9th blocks starting at 4 PM.
🚗 Parking Info Below!
Check out the parking details below to find the best spot.
🗺️ Festival Map:
Here’s the festival map, beautifully crafted by artist Christopher Clark! 👇
🚗 Parking and street closures
🚧 Street Closures
Mercer Street (8th–9th blocks) closed to traffic starting 4:00 PM
(No parking in this block or the Town Square lot)
900 block around the Library closed only 4:00–8:30 PM for Early Bird festivities
(Reopens at 8:30 PM)
🚗 Where to Park
Parking is available on Mercer Street outside the closure area, in nearby lots, and on side streets.
Good options include:
• 900 Mercer (across from Danny’s, next to Holler Gallery)
• 904 Harrison Street
• 609 Mercer (Faith Family Health lot)
• 100 Center Street (First United Methodist Church)
• 1000–1001 Mercer (Post Office & Southern Highlands new location)
• Side streets (except areas marked No Parking near the fireworks zone)
♿ Handicap Parking
Designated handicap parking is available near the center of the festivities at:
• 735 Mercer Street
• 801 Mercer Street
🙏 A Friendly Reminder
Please don’t block driveways or park in residential spaces. Follow posted signage and event staff guidance to help keep the night safe and smooth for everyone.
🗺️ Check the Downtown Countdown Site Map to plan your route and venue flow.
Weather
🎉 Indoor Fun, All Weather Ready! 🎉
Most of the event takes place indoors, with a variety of entertainment venues and businesses ready to welcome you!
🌦️ Rain, Shine, or Snow: This event is happening no matter the weather, so come prepared.
🧥 Dress Warm: Be sure to bundle up to enjoy the outdoor activities, too!