2025 Impact at a Glance: Uptown Westerville Inc.

In 2025, Uptown Westerville Inc. continued to strengthen the heart of Westerville through events, placemaking, small business support, and regional destination marketing — delivering measurable results for the community and our partners.

2025 Highlights

$6.14 Million
Total regional economic impact generated through Uptown events, programs, and visitation

174,450
Total event attendees across 62 community events

40%
Of visitors traveled from outside Westerville, representing 111 communities statewide and beyond

$2.34 Million
Economic impact from the Fourth Friday Festival Series alone

$1.2 Million+
Economic impact supporting local food producers through the Westerville Farmers Market

What This Impact Means

Uptown Westerville’s programs are more than community events — they are economic drivers that support local businesses, attract regional visitors, and strengthen Westerville’s identity as a vibrant place to live, work, and invest.

From signature festivals and the Farmers Market to year-round promotions and digital outreach, UWI connects people to place while delivering strong returns for sponsors and partners.

Professional Reach & Visibility

UWI’s digital platforms continue to outperform regional and statewide Main Street benchmarks, expanding Uptown’s reach well beyond city limits and reinforcing its reputation as a premier destination for dining, arts, shopping, and community experiences.

Our growing professional audience includes:

• Business owners and executives
• Civic and regional leaders
• Developers and economic development professionals
• Community partners and sponsors

Explore the Full 2025 Impact Report

The full report provides a deeper look at:

• Event and market performance
• Regional tourism impact
• Digital reach and engagement
• Small business support and partnerships

👉 Download the 2025 Impact Report (PDF)

Partnership Opportunities

Uptown Westerville’s success is made possible through strong partnerships with businesses and organizations that believe in investing in place, people, and community vitality.

If you are interested in sponsorship or partnership opportunities, we would welcome a conversation.

👉 Contact Us | Email KThompson@UptownWestervilleInc.com

Kris Thompson
Operations and Development Director
Uptown Westerville Inc.
📍 27 E. Home Street, Westerville, OH
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