downtown street with businesses between the ally, red paper lanterns lit up at night with white lights stringing across the buildings

Howell has a comfortable charm and an urban flair. This Top 10 Great American Main Street (GAMSA) community is a National Registered Historic District and an official Michigan “Cool City.”

Historic Howell

A variety of shops feature a wonderful assortment of goods including, clothing, antiques, home décor, specialty items, a winery and more. Choose from a range of dining options that include a neighborhood pub, a steakhouse, coffee shops and more. From May through October, the Howell Sunday Farmer’s Market showcases the best locally-grown produce at its State Street location.

Howell Social District

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Livingston County Convention & Visitors Bureau

Brighton Recreation Area

6360 Chilson Road, Howell, MI 48843

Accessibility Eco-friendly Family-friendly Pet-friendly Open Year-round Motorcoach Parking

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Howell Summit Gardens

223 N Michigan Ave, Howell, MI 48843

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Mark's Midtown Coney

208 W. Grand River Ave, Howell, MI 48843

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Cleary's Pub

117 E Grand River, Howell, MI 48843

Open Year-round

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The Ceramic Studio Etc

4132 E. Grand River, Howell, MI 48843

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Moe's BarBar Shop

106 E Grand River Ave, Howell, MI 48843

Family-friendly Open Year-round

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Uptown Coffeehouse

102 E. Grand River Avenue, Howell, MI 48843

Family-friendly Open Year-round

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Discover Howell

The centerpiece of downtown is the historic Livingston County Courthouse and Amphitheater that graciously welcome dozens of hometown events throughout the year, such as the summertime Concerts at the Courthouse, Rock the Block music and foodie festival and Food Truck Rally.