Downtown Blacksburg is one of Virginia’s most vibrant and appealing downtowns with over 33,000 potential customers within two miles. Blacksburg’s wide sidewalks encourage pedestrian traffic while parking improvements encourage vehicle traffic. Ridership on the Blacksburg Transit to the downtown area is one of the highest in the Town. A new 400-space parking garage addresses a long time parking need and will entice more visitors to downtown Blacksburg. The downtown has remained a stable market for businesses, many of which have maintained their locations for over 20 years.

Fun Facts

• Long-term downtown businesses include:
  • Women’s Apparel
  • Art and Architecture Supply
  • Fine and Custom Jewelry
  • Diverse Ethnic, American and Vegetarian Cuisine
    
    
• The Downtown Master Plan will result in dramatic improvements in downtown over the next five years including: new streetscapes and sidewalks, new special events, and a major performing arts center.