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Michigan’s largest weekly food truck experience now celebrating its 11th season in Downtown Detroit, draws new and mainstay trucks, carts and local restaurant pop-ups, offering multiple quick and convenient lunchtime […]

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Downtown Street Eats

Michigan’s largest weekly food truck experience now celebrating its 11th season in Downtown Detroit, draws new and mainstay trucks, carts and local restaurant pop-ups, offering multiple quick and convenient lunchtime […]

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Downtown Street Eats

Michigan’s largest weekly food truck experience now celebrating its 11th season in Downtown Detroit, draws new and mainstay trucks, carts and local restaurant pop-ups, offering multiple quick and convenient lunchtime […]

Read More

Downtown Street Eats

Michigan’s largest weekly food truck experience now celebrating its 11th season in Downtown Detroit, draws new and mainstay trucks, carts and local restaurant pop-ups, offering multiple quick and convenient lunchtime […]

Read More

Downtown Street Eats

Michigan’s largest weekly food truck experience now celebrating its 11th season in Downtown Detroit, draws new and mainstay trucks, carts and local restaurant pop-ups, offering multiple quick and convenient lunchtime […]

Read More

Downtown Street Eats

Michigan’s largest weekly food truck experience now celebrating its 11th season in Downtown Detroit, draws new and mainstay trucks, carts and local restaurant pop-ups, offering multiple quick and convenient lunchtime […]

Read More

Downtown Street Eats

Michigan’s largest weekly food truck experience now celebrating its 11th season in Downtown Detroit, draws new and mainstay trucks, carts and local restaurant pop-ups, offering multiple quick and convenient lunchtime […]

Read More

Downtown Street Eats

Michigan’s largest weekly food truck experience now celebrating its 11th season in Downtown Detroit, draws new and mainstay trucks, carts and local restaurant pop-ups, offering multiple quick and convenient lunchtime […]

Read More

Downtown Street Eats

Michigan’s largest weekly food truck experience now celebrating its 11th season in Downtown Detroit, draws new and mainstay trucks, carts and local restaurant pop-ups, offering multiple quick and convenient lunchtime […]

Read More

Downtown Street Eats

Michigan’s largest weekly food truck experience now celebrating its 11th season in Downtown Detroit, draws new and mainstay trucks, carts and local restaurant pop-ups, offering multiple quick and convenient lunchtime […]

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About the DDP

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.

Downtown Detroit Fast Facts

22,000,000

Annual visits (nonworkers/residents) to Downtown Detroit in 2021.

186

Restaurants and retail establishment in the Downtown.

Explore Downtown Detroit

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.

The Downtown Detroit Business Improvement Zone (BIZ) provides Downtown businesses with support, assistance navigating city resources, opportunities to network, and in-depth economic and market analysis. DDP and BIZ members have access to numerous events that . . .

The Downtown Detroit Datascape is a strategic initiative of the Downtown Detroit Partnership (DDP) to provide metrics, actionable information, and analysis that will help stakeholders benchmark progress, make informed decisions and drive investment throughout the . . .

DDP programs and manages nearly 2,000 events annually in Downtown Detroit Parks + Public Spaces, including Campus Martius Park, Cadillac Square, Beacon Park, Capitol Park, Grand Circus Park, and the Woodward Esplanade.

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[Recap & Photos] Fall Forum: A Real Estate Update

September 25, 2023

[Recap & Photos] Fall Forum: A Real Estate Update

On Tuesday, September 19 the Downtown Detroit Partnership hosted its 2023 Fall Forum: A Real Estate Update, formerly known as the Fall Stakeholder Meeting, at the Gem Theater. The event . . .

Downtown Detroit Partnership to host its annual Fall Forum: A Real Estate Update at the Gem Theatre, Sept. 19

September 5, 2023

Downtown Detroit Partnership to host its annual Fall Forum: A Real Estate Update at the Gem Theatre, Sept. 19

The Downtown Detroit Partnership (DDP) will host its annual Fall Forum: A Real Estate Update at the Gem Theatre on Tues., Sept. 19 from 3:00-5:30 p.m. The Fall Forum, formerly known as the Fall Stakeholder . . .

August Around Downtown: DDP News and Events

August 31, 2023

August Around Downtown: DDP News and Events

August 31, 2023 Getting Down to BIZness Spring 2024 marks the 10th anniversary of the Downtown Detroit Business Improvement Zone (BIZ). The BIZ, led by a volunteer board of directors representative of the . . .

Downtown Detroit Hot Spots

August 30, 2023

Downtown Detroit Hot Spots

By: Kitty Whitfield | Narrated and produced by Rory McMaster Looking for a new or unique place to visit, dine and shop in Downtown Detroit? Then check out the latest . . .

Photo Gallery: Party in the Park

August 14, 2023

Photo Gallery: Party in the Park

Celebrating 20 Years of Campus Martius Park DDP team Party in the Park Tent Ola Vernon John Myers Shelly Watkins John Myers Party in the Park Ola Vernon and Iris . . .

We Make It Happen, and It Counts

August 14, 2023

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We Make It Happen, and It Counts

By Eric B. Larson An aspect I find extremely enriching in my role is the privilege it affords me to engage with other city leaders across the country facilitating an . . .

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🍁🍂 It’s officially Fall, and Downtown Detroit’s parks are the perfect place to kick off the season!

Looking for a cozy spot to sip on your pumpkin spice latte? Visit one of the many outdoor seating areas available in the parks, where you can enjoy your favorite fall beverages with a side of fresh air and city views. ☕🏙️

#DowntownDet #CampusMartiusPark #CapitolPark #GrandCircusPark #CadillacSquare Beacon Park Detroit, #FallinDetroit

🍁🍂 It’s officially Fall, and Downtown Detroit’s parks are the perfect place to kick off the season!

Looking for a cozy spot to sip on your pumpkin spice latte? Visit one of the many outdoor seating areas available in the parks, where you can enjoy your favorite fall beverages with a side of fresh air and city views. ☕🏙️

#DowntownDet #CampusMartiusPark #CapitolPark #GrandCircusPark #CadillacSquare Beacon Park Detroit, #FallinDetroit
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Bring your pup and show your team pride at the FREE Tailgate Pawty at Grand Circus Park, TOMORROW from 2-4 pm.

Presented by Strategic Staffing Solutions and supported in part by Michigan Humane and Premier Pet Supply, this doggone good gathering will feature giveaways, treats and fun games!

#DowntownDet #GrandCircusPark #TailgatePawty

Bring your pup and show your team pride at the FREE Tailgate Pawty at Grand Circus Park, TOMORROW from 2-4 pm.

Presented by Strategic Staffing Solutions and supported in part by Michigan Humane and Premier Pet Supply, this doggone good gathering will feature giveaways, treats and fun games!

#DowntownDet #GrandCircusPark #TailgatePawty
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Time is running out to explore Horizon at Beacon Park Detroit!

The final day to take in the unique, immersive art installation created by Olivier Landreville is this Sunday, Sept. 24.

The egg-shaped units are each equipped with a rocking chair, subtle lighting and all-enveloping soundscapes that provide a calming and peaceful experience.

#DowntownDet #BeaconPark #Horizon #HorizonOnTour #SergeMaheu INIT, gocreos

Time is running out to explore "Horizon" at Beacon Park Detroit!

The final day to take in the unique, immersive art installation created by Olivier Landreville is this Sunday, Sept. 24.

The egg-shaped units are each equipped with a rocking chair, subtle lighting and all-enveloping soundscapes that provide a calming and peaceful experience.

#DowntownDet #BeaconPark #Horizon #HorizonOnTour #SergeMaheu INIT, gocreos
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Stop by Downtown Street Eats before the season ends! Your favorite local food trucks will be lined up in Cadillac Square from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. each weekday through mid-October.

Todays lineup:
🍗 B.L. Ellis
🌮 Buffy’s Mexi-Casian Grill
🍪 Frick’N Good Cookies
🇮🇹 Impasto
🍋 Lemonade & Beyond
🍚 Poke Ur Way
🍕 Stix & Stone

#DowntownDet #CadillacSquare #DowntownStreetEats

Stop by Downtown Street Eats before the season ends! Your favorite local food trucks will be lined up in Cadillac Square from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. each weekday through mid-October.

Today's lineup:
🍗 B.L. Ellis
🌮 Buffy’s Mexi-Casian Grill
🍪 Frick’N Good Cookies
🇮🇹 Impasto
🍋 Lemonade & Beyond
🍚 Poke Ur Way
🍕 Stix & Stone

#DowntownDet #CadillacSquare #DowntownStreetEats
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Detroit Aglow

Join us on Monday, November 20 from 5:30 to 9:00 p.m. at MGM Grand Detroit for an unforgettable experience, including exclusive networking and a delicious turkey dinner. We look forward to celebrating with you at Detroit's official holiday kick-off event!