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to learn about Stuart’s rich history. They hearken back to
those early days when pioneers made a living growing pineapples
and fishing in rivers that were teeming with tarpon
and black bass.
Downtown Stuart has even received national attention
from top publications. It was awarded The South’s Best
Small Towns by Southern Living, Happiest Seaside Town by
Coastal Living and Best Small Towns to Visit by Smithsonian
Magazine — just to name a few.
With literally hundreds of events held during the year, the
trendy small town offers all kinds of recreation for everyone.
In addition to Sunday’s Market on Main and Rock ‘n
Riverwalk, upcoming events include live performances at
the Lyric Theatre, arts and crafts festivals, a beer fest, a blues,
bourbon and barbecue festival, movies in the park, Halloween
events, Stuart Christmas parade, Hanukkah celebration,
Stuart boat show, marathons and Fourth of July fireworks.
The city also offers weekly aerobic and yoga classes on the
Riverwalk stage.
Due to its economic success, commercial space in historical
downtown has been rented out for years. As some businesses
leave, new ones quickly replace them. New businesses
that have opened or will open this year include Hudsons on
the River, Lush Lounge, Passion Juice Bar, Oak and Ember
Steakhouse, Method Dry Bar and Blush Salon & Co. Kilwins
will be moving three doors down to a larger space.
DOWNTOWN LIVING
In recent years, the city has approved upscale projects to
bring more residents to downtown. Azul Luxury Residences,
a 49-unit apartment complex, was developed in 2019 next to >>
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Area residents and tourists like shopping at locally owned shops in historical
Downtown Stuart.
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