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Rivertown Business Improvement Zone

Rivertown Business Improvement Zone The Downtown Detroit Business Improvement Zone’s (BIZ) sustained success and stakeholder support has become a best practice model for our neighboring communities — inspiring the exploration […]

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Detroit Grand Prix (Sunday)

The 35th Grand Prix event in the City’s history will return to the 1.7-mile, nine-turn Streets of Downtown Detroit circuit that runs along the award-winning Detroit Riverwalk, May 30-June 1, […]

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Detroit Grand Prix (Saturday)

The 35th Grand Prix event in the City’s history will return to the 1.7-mile, nine-turn Streets of Downtown Detroit circuit that runs along the award-winning Detroit Riverwalk, May 30-June 1, […]

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Detroit Grand Prix (Friday)

The 35th Grand Prix event in the City’s history will return to the 1.7-mile, nine-turn Streets of Downtown Detroit circuit that runs along the award-winning Detroit Riverwalk, May 30-June 1, […]

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Downtown Detroit Hot Spots

By Chelsea Salame Sr. Manager, Community Small Business Development My name is Chelsea Salame, and I’ve been a proud Detroiter for over 13 years, choosing to live, work, and play […]

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Downtown Street Eats

Michigan’s largest weekly food truck rally, Downtown Street Eats, is back for its 13th season, bringing a variety of food trucks, carts and local restaurant pop-ups to the heart of […]

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Downtown Street Eats

Michigan’s largest weekly food truck rally, Downtown Street Eats, is back for its 13th season, bringing a variety of food trucks, carts and local restaurant pop-ups to the heart of […]

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Downtown Street Eats

Michigan’s largest weekly food truck rally, Downtown Street Eats, is back for its 13th season, bringing a variety of food trucks, carts and local restaurant pop-ups to the heart of […]

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Downtown Street Eats

Michigan’s largest weekly food truck rally, Downtown Street Eats, is back for its 13th season, bringing a variety of food trucks, carts and local restaurant pop-ups to the heart of […]

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Downtown Street Eats

Michigan’s largest weekly food truck rally, Downtown Street Eats, is back for its 13th season, bringing a variety of food trucks, carts and local restaurant pop-ups to the heart of […]

Read More

Downtown Street Eats

Michigan’s largest weekly food truck rally, Downtown Street Eats, is back for its 13th season, bringing a variety of food trucks, carts and local restaurant pop-ups to the heart of […]

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Downtown Street Eats

Michigan’s largest weekly food truck rally, Downtown Street Eats, is back for its 13th season, bringing a variety of food trucks, carts and local restaurant pop-ups to the heart of […]

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The Downtown Detroit Partnership (DDP) strengthens and supports Downtown Detroit through strategic initiatives and programs. DDP convenes business, philanthropic, and government partners to create a vibrant and resilient urban core for Detroit and the region.

DDP takes an active role in development and planning decisions that positively impacts the city’s economic prosperity. We also work with key stakeholders in the public and private sectors on multiple programs and projects to enhance Downtown’s appeal to businesses, residents, and visitors. Additionally, we provide direct services that create a cleaner, safer, and welcoming Downtown for all.

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Vote for Campus Martius Park

Campus Martius Park is in the running for “Best Public Square” in USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards. You can vote once per day until polls close on Monday, April 7.

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FREE Opening Day Tailgate Party

Join us for the FREE Opening Day Tailgate Party, proudly presented by Miller Lite and produced by the Downtown Detroit Partnership for the third year. Celebrate the return of baseball in Detroit with us at Grand Circus Park just beside the ballpark on Friday, April 4, from 9 AM to 5 PM. Get ready for a full day of festivities, great food, cold drinks, and Detroit’s unbeatable game-day energy.

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Opening Day’s Impressive Impact 

By Joshua Long  I’m not alone when I say the Detroit Tigers Opening Day is one of my absolute favorite days of the year. I love baseball, the Tigers, and . . .

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Downtown Stories

Enhancing Downtown Detroit: A $800,000 Boost from Knight Foundation

Downtown Detroit is about to get even better! Thanks to an $800,000 grant from the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation, the Downtown Detroit Partnership (DDP) is set to . . .

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Small Business Support

DDP Focused on Supporting Downtown Small Businesses

By Cari Easterday You’ve probably heard it a million times. Small businesses are the backbone of the economy. But it’s not idle chatter; we have the data to support it.  . . .

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List: Women-Owned Businesses in Downtown Detroit

Women-Owned Business in Downtown Detroit The Downtown Detroit Partnership (DDP) recognizes the incredible contributions of women-owned businesses to Downtown Detroit. This Women’s History Month—and every month—the DDP invites you to . . .

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Recap — DDP’s Spring Forum: A Partnership Update

Downtown Detroit Partnership Leads RenCen Panel Discussion, Unveils Updated Strategic Framework and Announces Small Business Program at Spring Forum: A Partnership Update The Downtown Detroit Partnership (DDP) introduced significant updates . . .

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List: Downtown Detroit Black-Owned Businesses

The Downtown Detroit Partnership (DDP) knows that Downtown Detroit is a rich, cultural hub that would not be the same without its Black-owned businesses. That’s why this Black History Month, . . .

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Downtown Detroit is a vibrant and welcoming community that boasts a number of beautiful public spaces that supports great walking and biking experiences and cultivates a vibrant retail and restaurant community.

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Downtown Detroit BIZ

The Downtown Detroit Business Improvement Zone (BIZ) provides in-depth economic and market analysis and access to numerous events that focus on topics, including BIZ Connects, and roundtables.

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Downtown Detroit Datascape

The Downtown Detroit Datascape is a strategic initiative of the DDP and BIZ to provide actionable metrics and information, plus analysis to benchmark progress, inform decisions, and drive investment Downtown.

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DDP programs and manages nearly 2,000 events annually in Downtown Detroit Parks + Public Spaces. Additionally, DDP also holds annual Signature Events celebrating the impact DDP has on Downtown and beyond.

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Downtown Detroit Hot Spots

April 3, 2025

Downtown Detroit Hot Spots

Downtown Detroit Hot Spots

By Chelsea Salame Sr. Manager, Community Small Business Development My name is Chelsea Salame, and I’ve been a proud Detroiter for over 13 years, choosing to live, work, and play . . .

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Event Recap: DDP Small Business Series: Safety

March 27, 2025

Event Recap: DDP Small Business Series: Safety

Small Business Support

The Downtown Detroit Partnership (DDP) hosted its first Small Business Series focused on Downtown safety. This event brought together local businesses including hotels, restaurants, and retail shops that are based . . .

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Getting Your Business Ready for a Thriving Spring & Summer in Downtown Detroit 

March 27, 2025

Getting Your Business Ready for a Thriving Spring & Summer in Downtown Detroit 

Small Business Support

Getting Your Business Ready for a Thriving Spring & Summer in Downtown Detroit By Cari Easterday and Elise Fields With the arrival of spring, Downtown Detroit is gearing up for . . .

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Downtown Detroit Partnership Welcomes Two New Board Members

March 27, 2025

Downtown Detroit Partnership Welcomes Two New Board Members

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Executives from BCBS of Michigan join DDP Board DETROIT (March 27, 2025) – The Downtown Detroit Partnership (DDP) is pleased to announce that Tricia Keith, president and CEO, and Tiffany Albert, senior . . .

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The Benefits of Binational Neighbors

March 27, 2025

The Benefits of Binational Neighbors

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The Downtown Detroit Partnership’s (DDP) mission is to cultivate economic and social impact in Downtown Detroit. That impact extends beyond Detroit’s borders, and most Metro Detroiters and even most Michiganians . . .

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Downtown Street Eats Food Truck Rally Returns to Cadillac Square and Woodward Esplanade, Kicking Into Gear April 7

March 25, 2025

Downtown Street Eats Food Truck Rally Returns to Cadillac Square and Woodward Esplanade, Kicking Into Gear April 7

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More than 80 local food trucks and restaurants will unite to offer a diverse culinary experience to satisfy the lunch crowd in the heart of Downtown Detroit DETROIT – Springtime . . .

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Downtown Detroit Partnership
22 hours ago
Can you smell that? Its the delicious scents and return of Downtown Street Eats at Cadillac Square! Starting today, your favorite food trucks and some fresh faces are back serving up delicious bites every weekday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Todays menu: 🍕 Gambino’s Catering 🥙 The Great Greek Food Truck Tomorrows Lineup: 🍔Big Bo’s Grill 🍿Cynt-sational Eats 🌯Impasto 🍟Rolling Stone Wood Fired Pizza 🍟This & That Cafe 🍖Twisted Street BBQ Check out additional daily lineups for the month and more details at our events page: https://downtowndetroit.org/events/ #DowntownSteetEats | #DowntownDet | #DowntownDetroit | #Foodtrucks | #foodtrucksinthed | #lunch | #Lunchbreak | #Detroit | #metroDetroit | #community

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Downtown Detroit Partnership
4 days ago
Opening Day is here! Get the party started at our FREE Opening Day Tailgate Party at Grand Circus Park right next to the ballpark, proudly presented by Miller Lite produced by the Downtown Detroit Partnership. Join us for an unforgettable day filled with food trucks, beverages, a big screen to watch the game, giveaways including tickets, swag, memorabilia and more. This is the place to be before, during, and after the big game. 📍: Grand Circus Park ⏰: 9am to 5pm 🎟️: FREE Admission Event Details: https://bit.ly/41VvJZt #OpeningDay #Baseball | #GrandCircusPark | #DowntownDet | #Tailgate | #party | #free | #metroDetroit | #Detroit

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This is cool and all but I am a Michigan medical cannabis patient. Are you saying I need to choose between watching the Tigers play at the Tailgate with my friends IN PAIN or staying at home? I don't drink or do opiates and cannabis is 100% legal. This is extremely messed up

Go “D”…..💕🙏👍

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Downtown Detroit Partnership
7 days ago
This is no joke... the Opening Day Tailgate Party in Grand Circus Park is FREE, and right next to the ballpark! ⚾️ Get ready to kick off baseball season in style at this electric event presented by Miller Lite and produced by the Downtown Detroit Partnership. Before heading down, check our safety, bag and bar policies to avoid any game-day surprises. Plus, all bars will be cashless, so have your card or mobile payment ready! See you this Friday from 9 AM to 5 PM—let’s kick off the season in true Detroit style! 🍻🔥 For more details visit Detroitopeningday.com #DowntownDet | #DetroitOpeningDay | #OpeningDay | #Detroit | #GrandCircusPark | #ThingsToDo | #Baseball | #FoodTrucks | #MillerLite

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Great to see this grow to where it is now

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Downtown Detroit Partnership
1 week ago
The final countdown is here! 🚨 Let’s make some noise and help Campus Martius Park keep its #1 ranking as Best Public Square in USATodays 10Best Readers Choice Awards! 🎉 We’re so close — and, your vote can help bring this win home for Detroit! 🏆 Remember, you can vote EVERY DAY until polls close next Monday, April 7 at 11:59 a.m. With only 7 days of voting left, together, lets show the nation our Detroit pride! Click the link to vote today: https://bit.ly/3FL90a1. #BestPublicSquare | #Detroit | #DowntownDet | #CampusMartiusPark | #USAToday | #USAToday10Best | #Detroitproud | #godetroit | #community | #metrodetroit | #placemaking | #DowntownParks

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Beautiful 😍

I ❤️ Campus Martius

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