Downtown Woodstock is a thriving community in Southwestern Ontario and the heart of Oxford County. Also known as the Friendly City, with stunning architecture, cultural heritage, arts, countless services, exceptional dining and a great variety of charming small businesses, there's truly something for everyone.
Discover our Businesses
With 260 businesses and growing, Downtown Woodstock offers a little bit of everything. Visit us for boutique shopping, excellent dining, grab a drink with friends or use one of the many service providers located in the heart of the city.
With 2 hours of free street parking and many municipal lots offering longer, reasonably-priced parking you can come for a quick visit or make a day out of it.
About the BIA
The Downtown Woodstock BIA brings together commercial property owners and tenants to collaborate with the City of Woodstock in creating a vibrant and secure downtown community. By working together, local businesses have the resources to continually improve the quality of the Downtown Woodstock experience.
The BIA is in charge of coordinating events and promotions, improving the streetscape, and offering our members helpful resources, such as information on available funding.
Upcoming Events
2026 IS HERE AND IS CAUSE FOR CELEBRATION
Celebrate the year here in Downtown Woodstock with lights, music, and family fun for all ages. Join us in 2026 for free downtown events, contests, and activities, all set against our renovated streetscape. This year marks the anniversary of both; the City of Woodstock’s 125th and Downtown Woodstock BIA’s 50th. With that in mind we look to bring you a number of reasons to celebrate all year round.
Discover why you’ll love Downtown Woodstock; make a day of it by browsing local shops, taking a break in nearby cafés, and sharing the positive vibes with our downtown community.
With an abundance of services, businesses, and destinations; there’s always somewhere to stop, talk, walk and shop in Downtown Woodstock.