• Entertainment and arts community in Batavia, a graphic of the Batavia boardwalk shops, small shed buildings with red roofs.
  • The Batavia Arts and Entertainment District in Batavia Illinois, a woman holds flowers at the farmers market
  • The Batavia Arts and Entertainment District in Batavia Illinois, a woman holds flowers at the farmers market

Better in Batavia

Visit Downtown Batavia for drinks and dining, unique shopping experiences, the Batavia Boardwalk Shops, Markets, and events all year round. Batavia MainStreet is your downtown non-profit 501(c)(3), small business and community advocacy group.
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Downtown Batavia Restaurant Guide

Boo Boo Days Sidewalk Sale

10 July
A throwback celebration with vintage ads, retro cocktails, and small-town charm during Windmill City...
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Cocktails in the Park 2026

25 July
Tickets on sale NOW!  $40 in advance / $50 at the door Saturday, July 25 from 7-10pm at Applet...
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BatFest 2026

24 October
Join over 5,000 ghouls at Batavia's free Halloween family event, BatFest!  This event includes do...
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Holiday Lantern Walk 2026

13 November
Our downtown shops are ready to welcome you with festive decorations and holiday treasures. Stores w...
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Batavia Businesses

We are proud to share our downtown businesses with you. Come shop, dine, stroll and check out the events Downtown Batavia has to offer. 
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Your help is vital to the success of Batavia MainStreet. In 2023, more than 150 volunteers contributed nearly 1,200 hours of time to Batavia MainStreet projects!
Volunteer Opportunities

30

Years of Markets

150+


Volunteers

60+

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Meet Our Merchants

Amanda Mistretta Owner of Paula's Couture Consignment

Meet Amanda of Paula’s Couture Consignment

For Amanda Mistretta, fashion is about more than style, it's about confidence, sustainability, and community.

When Amanda became the owner of Paula's Couture Consignment in January 2026, she saw the opportunity to combine her love of fashion, secondhand shopping, and supporting local businesses while continuing the legacy of a longtime Downtown Batavia favorite. Paula's Couture Consignment offers a curated selection of women's and gender-neutral clothing, shoes, handbags, and accessories, making quality fashion more affordable while helping keep clothing out of landfills.

Amanda's favorite part of owning the shop is helping customers feel confident and creating a welcoming space where everyone enjoys shopping. That same spirit extends into the community through partnerships with local organizations, charitable causes, downtown events, and collaborations with fellow small businesses. Paula's was recently honored as Best Consignment Shop in Kane County, a recognition Amanda says reflects the support of their loyal customers and hardworking team.

When she's not at the shop, Amanda enjoys spending time with her husband, Anthony, and their two sons, Phineas and Sterling. Visit Paula's Couture Consignment and discover the joy of sustainable shopping while supporting a locally owned small business.


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We provide free support to small business merchants in our downtown special service area. Our programs include: The Batavia Farmers’ Market, The Artisan Collective, and the Batavia Boardwalk Shops.
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