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Lunchtime Acoustics

Lunchtime Acoustics – Cadillac Square | Friday – June 10 – August 26 | 12pm – 2pm Enjoy live, acoustic performances by metro Detroit’s finest singers and songwriters representing a […]

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Lunchtime Acoustics

Lunchtime Acoustics – Cadillac Square | Friday – June 10 – August 26 | 12pm – 2pm Enjoy live, acoustic performances by metro Detroit’s finest singers and songwriters representing a […]

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Movie Nights in the D – Clueless

Presented by Capital One Café and supported by Faygo, families and friends can enjoy a variety of beloved films on the big screen at Campus Martius Park during our free […]

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Lunchtime Acoustics

Lunchtime Acoustics – Cadillac Square | Friday – June 10 – August 26 | 12pm – 2pm Enjoy live, acoustic performances by metro Detroit’s finest singers and songwriters representing a […]

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Lunchtime Acoustics

Lunchtime Acoustics – Cadillac Square | Friday – June 10 – August 26 | 12pm – 2pm Enjoy live, acoustic performances by metro Detroit’s finest singers and songwriters representing a […]

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Movie Nights in the D – The 355

Presented by Capital One Café and supported by Faygo, families and friends can enjoy a variety of beloved films on the big screen at Campus Martius Park during our free […]

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Lunchtime Acoustics

Lunchtime Acoustics – Cadillac Square | Friday – June 10 – August 26 | 12pm – 2pm Enjoy live, acoustic performances by metro Detroit’s finest singers and songwriters representing a […]

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Lunchtime Acoustics

Lunchtime Acoustics – Cadillac Square | Friday – June 10 – August 26 | 12pm – 2pm Enjoy live, acoustic performances by metro Detroit’s finest singers and songwriters representing a […]

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Movie Nights in the D – Mamma Mia

Presented by Capital One Café and supported by Faygo, families and friends can enjoy a variety of beloved films on the big screen at Campus Martius Park during our free […]

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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.

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Downtown Detroit Fast Facts

22,000,000

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

186

Restaurants and retail establishment in the Downtown.

Small Business Spotlights

Shopping with Ms. Kitty

Kitty Whitfield is DDP’s Small Business Engagement Manager and she has curated a list of shopping spots that are uniquely Detroit! If you want to stay tuned in with Kitty . . .

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Downtown Parks

Downtown Detroit Partnership and DTE Energy Foundation Present Live Detroit Tree Lighting and Light Up Beacon Park for a ‘Bigger, Brighter, Better’ Holiday Season on Nov.19

Holiday season centerpiece is the tallest and brightest Michigan-grown Norway spruce Star-studded lineup of entertainment set to take to the ice and stage Public invited to attend and enjoy outdoor . . .

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Small Business Spotlights

Simmons and Clark Jewelers, Classic Detroit, Classic Customer Service

By Kitty Whitfield, Small Business Engagement Manager To walk into Simmons and Clark Jewelers is like opening a door to the past. That feeling does not just refer to the . . .

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Downtown Parks

Campus Martius Park Named Top Public Square by USA Today 10Best

DETROIT – Detroit’s Campus Martius was recognized in USA Today’s 10Best Top Public Squares for 2021. “Campus Martius Park serves as Detroit’s gathering place, where locals and visitors alike can come . . .

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Small Business Spotlights

Congratulations Hot Sam’s Detroit on 100 Years!

From Kitty Whitfield, Small Business Engagement Manager “Your one-stop shop for everything men’s fashion located in Downtown Detroit, Michigan.” Hot Sam’s has been serving and creating well-dressed gentlemen in Downtown . . .

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2022 Perceptions Survey

Share Your Voice for a Chance to Win a Spirit Card. The Downtown Detroit Partnership and the Downtown Detroit Business Improvement Zone (BIZ) are inviting you to participate in this survey to help guide our work in Downtown Detroit. Your input will help us improve services and assist in planning for future Downtown programs.

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Experience Downtown

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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Business Connect

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 . . .

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Downtown Detroit Datascape

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 . . .

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Events

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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Downtown Street Eats to Feature Over 80 Food Trucks and Carts

May 16, 2022

Downtown Street Eats to Feature Over 80 Food Trucks and Carts

DDP News

Hour Detroit – Downtown Street Eats is presenting more than 80 food trucks and carts in Detroit for its 2022 season. Beginning May 16, the trucks will be stopping at . . .

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Detroit Street Eats: Sidewalk Lunch Season Rolls Back Into Downtown

May 15, 2022

Detroit Street Eats: Sidewalk Lunch Season Rolls Back Into Downtown

DDP News

Deadline Detroit – Mid-May brings street food season back to downtown Detroit with an expanded roster of 80-plus trucks and carts. Each weekday starting Monday, rotating vendors will be at Cadillac . . .

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Downtown Detroit’s lunchtime food trucks are back: What’s new this year

May 15, 2022

Downtown Detroit’s lunchtime food trucks are back: What’s new this year

DDP News

Detroit Free Press – Downtown Street Eats popular lineup of lunchtime food trucks in downtown Detroit kicks off on Monday  for the 2022 season at Cadillac Square and the Woodward . . .

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Food trucks return to downtown Detroit this week; check out the lineup

May 9, 2022

Food trucks return to downtown Detroit this week; check out the lineup

DDP News

The Detroit News – Food trucks return to downtown Detroit’s parks Monday for the 10th year with a lineup of more than 80 rotating concepts that include returning favorites and new faces.  . . .

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Weekly Downtown Detroit food trucks returning this month

May 6, 2022

Weekly Downtown Detroit food trucks returning this month

DDP News

DETROIT (FOX 2) – Food trucks return to Detroit this month as part of Downtown Street Eats. The 2022 season kicks off May 16. Trucks will be at Cadillac Square and the Woodward Esplanade . . .

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Michigan’s Largest Weekly Food Truck Experience Returns to Downtown Detroit Parks and Public Spaces, May 16, New Trucks Added for 2022 Season

May 5, 2022

Michigan’s Largest Weekly Food Truck Experience Returns to Downtown Detroit Parks and Public Spaces, May 16, New Trucks Added for 2022 Season

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The most sought-after local food trucks and restaurants satisfy cravings of Detroiters and  visitors alike in the heart of Detroit’s bustling business district during weekday lunch hours DETROIT – The Downtown Detroit . . .

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Happy #earthday from the beautiful flowers that bloom each year in Campus Martius Park. Any guessed on how many will be planted this year?

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Happy #earthday from the beautiful flowers that bloom each year in Campus Martius Park. Any guessed on how many will be planted this year?
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We are partnering with @bcbsmichigan to raise awareness of child abuse and neglect in recognition of Child Abuse Prevention Month. We have “planted” 5,000 blue pinwheels across three of our parks. Additionally, one larger-than-life blue pinwheel built by @paradecompany will be in front of #CampusMartiusPark. We would love for you to come out and take photos of the pinwheels and tag us! Thank you for helping to support our efforts. 📸 by @3andathird for DDP.

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We are partnering with @bcbsmichigan to raise awareness of child abuse and neglect in recognition of Child Abuse Prevention Month. We have “planted” 5,000 blue pinwheels across three of our parks. Additionally, one larger-than-life blue pinwheel built by @paradecompany will be in front of #CampusMartiusPark. We would love for you to come out and take photos of the pinwheels and tag us! Thank you for helping to support our efforts. 📸 by @3andathird for DDP.
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Detroit is on the clock! #Detroit2024

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Detroit is on the clock! #Detroit2024
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Our very own Campus Martius Park has been nominated for best public square by @usatoday 10Best for the second year in a row! Please vote and share to ensure Detroit takes home the #1 spot! Please use the link in our bio to vote!

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Our very own Campus Martius Park has been nominated for best public square by @usatoday 10Best for the second year in a row! Please vote and share to ensure Detroit takes home the #1 spot! Please use the link in our bio to vote!
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The DDP Annual Meeting is tomorrow and there is still time to get your tickets 🎟 if you haven’t already. Click the link in our bio to hear from some of the smartest people in the city. We hope you’ll join us! #downtowndetroit 📸 @rsouthen

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The DDP Annual Meeting is tomorrow and there is still time to get your tickets 🎟 if you haven’t already. Click the link in our bio to hear from some of the smartest people in the city. We hope you’ll join us! #downtowndetroit 📸 @rsouthen
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17 hours ago
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Come work at the 2022 Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix presented by Lear! We are looking for individuals to help assist with litter pick up around Belle Isle, trash can tending and more. If you or someone you know is interested, apply here: bit.ly/workgrandprix.

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Work in the Heart of Detroit! Come prepared with your resume for the next BIZ Job Fair on Wednesday, May 25 from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. at Campus Martius Park. There will be dozens of retail, restaurant and law enforcement job openings from Downtown Detroit employers. Click here to register: https://downtowndetroit.org/business-connect/downtown-detroit-biz-events/

Work in the Heart of Detroit! Come prepared with your resume for the next BIZ Job Fair on Wednesday, May 25 from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. at Campus Martius Park. There will be dozens of retail, restaurant and law enforcement job openings from Downtown Detroit employers.

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Become a Downtown Detroit BIZ Ambassador! We are looking for positive, friendly individuals who are passionate about Detroit and its future. If you want to be a part of the team that works to keep the Downtown vibrant and welcoming, apply today. Link below.

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Meet Calvin Hasberry, BIZ Ambassador of the Year for 2021!
2022 Calvin Hasberry BIZ Ambassador Highlight

Downtown Detroit Partnership May 16, 2022 10:54 am

Meet Calvin Hasberry, BIZ Ambassador of the Year for 2021!

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2022 DDP CELEBRATING 100 YEARS

Downtown Detroit Partnership March 24, 2022 3:53 pm

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BIZ Ambassador Highlight: Patricia McCullough

Downtown Detroit Partnership February 14, 2022 6:12 pm

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2021 End of Year Message from DDP CEO Eric B. Larson

Downtown Detroit Partnership December 21, 2021 9:34 am

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Inaugural Downtown Detroit Prayer Breakfast

Downtown Detroit Partnership December 9, 2021 9:01 pm

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Who are the Downtown Detroit BIZ Ambassadors?

Downtown Detroit Partnership December 8, 2021 11:05 am

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