Ceremony to be held on Friday, November 7
TEMPLE, TX (October 31, 2025) - The City of Temple is hosting a Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening ceremony to celebrate the completion of the Downtown City Center Project.
WHAT: Downtown City Center Ribbon Cutting/Grand Opening
WHEN: Friday, November 7, at 6 p.m.
WHERE: East Central Avenue and South 2nd Street
The Downtown City Center Project is a key component of the city’s Downtown Master Plan, aimed at transforming the heart of Temple into a vibrant, accessible, and connected destination.
Photo courtesy of KPA Engineers
This recently completed project revitalizes Central Avenue from 2nd Street to 6th Street, as well as connections from Central Avenue to Adams Avenue on 2nd, 4th, and 6th Streets, with improved infrastructure, enhanced pedestrian spaces, and beautification. It also includes the redevelopment of the historic Hawn Hotel, Arcadia Theater, and Sears building, as well as a brand-new parking garage on 4th Street, transforming Downtown Temple into a vibrant, walkable, mixed-use destination.
The Downtown City Center Project is an investment in the future of our community and a reflection of our vision to make Downtown Temple a more accessible and thriving destination for residents and visitors. This milestone reflects years of collaboration and marks an exciting step forward in our downtown revitalization efforts.
David Olson, City of Temple Assistant City Manager
The ceremony is expected to be attended by city officials, project stakeholders, and members of the community, who are encouraged to continue the celebration in Downtown with First Friday featuring live music.
