Downtown Owosso
A Place to Gather
Featured Business
The Sideline Sports Bar has been a hub for community connection and great food since opening its doors in September 2021. Owners Nicole and Rick were inspired by a friend’s confidence in their vision, and their deep roots in Owosso made downtown the perfect location.
The Sideline is known for its homemade menu items, unique specials, and catering services that add a personal touch to any event. Their spacious dining area and bar provide a welcoming setting for gatherings, from watch parties to their upcoming Dueling Pianos Show on February 21st. They’re also planning a St. Patrick’s Day celebration on March 15th, featuring a Corned Beef Buffet and live entertainment.
Looking ahead to summer, The Sideline’s Beer Tent will make its 3rd annual appearance at the Curwood Festival, offering a lively spot to enjoy great drinks and community fun!
What makes The Sideline special is their dedication to inclusiveness and collaboration. Former Owosso Main Street board member Nicole actively supports community events like Owosso Vintage Motorcycle Days, Glow Owosso, and the NYE celebration.
For Nicole, Rick, and their team, the best part of being in Downtown Owosso is the people—patrons, friends, and supporters who have cheered them on since day one. Their goal is to continue offering great food, fun events, and a welcoming space for the community to enjoy.
Let’s celebrate The Sideline Sports Bar for their contributions to Downtown Owosso! Be sure to visit them and experience their warm hospitality, delicious food, and vibrant atmosphere.
Upcoming Event
Indulge your sweet tooth in a chocolate lover’s paradise at the Downtown Owosso Chocolate Walk! Join us on Saturday, April 26th, from 12pm to 4pm for an afternoon of delightful treats and community spirit.
Ticket purchases support Owosso Main Street’s mission of preserving our community’s history and charm. All proceeds contribute to the preservation and transformation of a 1940s film projector from the Lebowsky Center’s movie theater days into a public art piece.
Don’t miss out on this delectable event that combines the love of chocolate with historic preservation and downtown beautification!
How about a day trip?
There’s nothing like a day trip with friends and making new discoveries together. Discover Downtown Owosso for new possibilities.
We are downtown Owosso.
Visit this historic hometown on the Shiawassee River. We are the place where paths crossed and settlers tamed the frontier. We are where timber became furniture, where rail lines converged, and our connectivity fueled our prosperity. We are the home to one of America’s most popular authors, who in his day, outsold Mark Twain, and left behind his Castle as a monument to writing. We are the home to the inspiration for the Polar Express and our realty fuels the magic of childhood innocence. We are the home to vibrant arts, a reanimated armory, a restored theater, and riverside amphitheater. We are the birthplace of long-living and family-fueled industry, and the launchpad for exciting new businesses. We have local roasted coffee, traditional served teas, popcorn that is still warm, vintage finds, designer threads, and delicious flavors. We are home to the perfect escape. Come discover a day away. Experience the amazing that happens here everyday. Meet the people that add color to our lives. Discover this place we call home, and become a friend in the process. Come explore Downtown Owosso, and feel the warmth of gathering together.
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Dine
From the best fried chicken in the state to the #1 Tea Room in Michigan, Downtown Owosso has many amazing places to dine. Come visit us! Your palate will thank you.
Shop
In Downtown Owosso, you’ll find unique shops and boutiques with lots of amazing finds. You need it, we have it. We were meant for each other.
Play
Whether you come for one of our local events or a day trip, there’s plenty of fun to be had in Downtown Owosso. From arts, entertainment, and history—we have it all!
Owosso Social District
We’re excited to announce the new Downtown Commons, where you can join friends to eat and drink in the Social District.
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Our Mission
Owosso Main Street’s Mission is to foster an active and thriving downtown that is the heart of our community by promoting historic preservation and drawing both local residents and visitors to our city.