Corning's Gaffer District

Winter Wonderland Contest and Delivery Service!

Corning's Gaffer District has partnered with Ferrario Auto Team again to offer FREE delivery! Plus bundle up and #ExploreCorning with our Winter Wonderland photo contest! Please visit the “Winter Wonderland Delivery Service & Contest” page for more information!

Gaffer District Restaurants are Open!

Experience a Bon Appétit Appalachia food destination on the street! Our Northside restaurants are also open and some offer outside seating. Visit the #EXPLORECORNING tab above > EAT

SHOP

Choose from dozens of locally-owned and national brand stores meant to make your shopping experience unforgettable.

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EAT

Eat your way through Downtown Corning, recognized as a top culinary destination by the Bon Appetit Appalachia program!

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PLAY

Visit one of our amazing museums, pamper yourself at one of our salons, indulge in our Chocolate Trail, or plan a night out with your friends!

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STAY

Plan to make a weekend of it, and stay within walking distance of the center of downtown Corning.

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Signature Series Events

Amazing Events All Year Long

You can always find fun, family-friendly events and activities in the Crystal City! Check out one of our festivals for decades-long traditions and visit downtown businesses for special events, live music, and more!

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Explore Downtown Corning

Spend time in Corning's Gaffer District, a downtown filled with small businesses, breathtaking streetscapes, and one delicious and delightful discovery after another.

Buildings Alive! Walking Tour

Explore the past with the stories of our storefronts. Our historic walking tour will impress, intrigue, and educate as you stroll down the street.

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Chocolate Trail

Discover all the delectable chocolate delights available for purchase at more than 40 different businesses.

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Full Business Directory

Choose from more than 250 businesses located in Corning's Gaffer District!

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