Global City Norwich

Global City Norwich is dedicated to celebrating community and culture in Downtown Norwich.

With over 25 languages spoken throughout the 9 mile square city, it is no surprise to find so many global flavors in Downtown and throughout Norwich - a city rich in culture, delightfully vibrant and surprisingly captivating. Roses do come in many colors and with the City of Norwich proudly living up to its nickname ‘The Rose of New England’, residents and visitors alike will agree that the global vibe in Norwich brings incredible energy.

Global City Norwich continues to honor every culture, every tradition new and old and to uphold the city’s pride in all we do to support and collaborate with the community.

Norwich is comprised of 16 neighborhoods: Bean Hill, East Great Plains (or Westside), East Side, Greeneville, Jail Hill, Laurel Hill, Norwichtown, Occum, Ox Hill, Plain Hill, Taftville, Thamesville, Union Street and City Hall Square, Washington Street and Broadway, Yantic and the heart of the city...Downtown Norwich also known as Chelsea. Every neighborhood is as unique as the other. Celebrations and holidays have been the very fabric weaving longtime traditions through the generations of immigrants and native born residents from when the city was established in 1659.

Global City Norwich will be hosting several Downtown festivals and we welcome you to the experience. Every festival highlights live music, food, art, and dance as we embrace the uniqueness of the many cultures that thrive in our city. Every festival is one of a kind. Downtown Norwich is THE destination where fun and culture meet and the heart of the city beats strong. #WeAreNorwich #WeLoveOurCity #RoseCity