Bethlehem Wins 2025 Best Main Street Award

Bethlehem, Pennsylvania's Main Street has been named the 'Best Main Street' in the United States for 2025 by USA Today's 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards, following nominations by experts and a public voting process. The recognition highlights Bethlehem's vibrant dining scene, historic hotel, and strong community charm. Howell, Michigan, which won last year, ranked fourth in 2025 and is noted for its historic architecture and local eateries. Virginia City's C Street in Nevada was ranked sixth, celebrated for its Western boomtown ambiance, while McMinnville, Oregon's Third Street placed seventh, known for its tree-lined avenues and community festivals. The awards underscore the cultural, historic, and communal significance of main streets across the country. Local businesses and community members in Bethlehem actively promoted participation in the voting process.