Live music, festivals, local dining, eclectic nightlife and unique shopping – you’ll find it all in beautiful downtown Kokomo. Set against a backdrop of historic buildings and public art spaces, the city center is home to unique experiences and tastes!
Art and music are at the heart of the downtown experience. Whether you appreciate traditional arts, modern arts or public art, it’s all here for you to find. Enjoy live music at outdoor amphitheaters, including the Kokomo Summer Concert Series and Riverwalk Concert Series, or nearby at the Rhum Academy of Music. Several downtown establishments are also part of the live music scene in downtown Kokomo, including The Coterie.
Stylish shoppers will love Annmarie’s Boutique, Olive Tree Boutique, and P.F. Hendricks & Co. For a retro shopping experience, check out “Geek Street” to find Kokomo Toys & Collectibles, Comics Cubed, Chapter 2 Books, or Outhouse Records. And be sure to visit Indiana’s largest record store & coffee shop, Black Wax Cafe.
Those looking for outdoor recreation will find options as well with Foster Skatepark and Koko-Go Bike Share offering free bike rentals seasonally to explore Kokomo’s trails.
And you have to eat! Downtown Kokomo offers unique dining options. You’ll find upscale chef-inspired cuisine at Marble the Steakhouse. There’s also local favorites like Foxes Trail, Cook McDoogal’s Irish Pub and Mega J’s Cafe serving up a variety of casual fare. For cocktails, wine and local brews, a visit to Sun King Brewery and The Coterie are in order!
Starting on October 25, 2024, the City of Kokomo will implement its new Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA.) Residents and visitors will be able to purchase alcoholic beverages from approved businesses and enjoy them within the boundaries of the DORA district, operating year-round from 11 a.m. to 1 a.m. You can purchase a drink from one of these approved DORA business participants: Cook McDoogal’s Irish Pub, Cooper’s Pub, The Coterie, Foxes Trail, The Hobson, Marble the Steakhouse, Oscar’s Pizza, and Sun King Brewery.
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