Information on BIZ Renewal

The Downtown BIZ Board of Directors invites Owners of Assessable Property within the BIZ to both its Annual Meeting and a Special Meeting on BIZ Renewal.

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Detroit Aglow Presented by Amazon

The Downtown Detroit Partnership’s (DDP) 40th Detroit Aglow Presented by Amazon is just around the corner, and this year promises to be unforgettable. Join us Monday, November 25 from 5:30 […]

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21st Annual Detroit Tree Lighting

Mark your calendars for the 21st Annual Detroit Tree Lighting presented by DTE Foundation on Friday, Nov. 22, from 4-9 p.m. at Campus Martius Park. 🌟 Enjoy star-studded entertainment featuring: […]

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I-75 Cap Community Visioning Session #3

The third I-75 Cap Visioning Session takes place on Tuesday, October 29 from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. at the MSU Detroit Center as we continue efforts to review and develop plans to cap a section of […]

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The 2024 Downtown Detroit Community and Development Update

By Josh Long Each year, the Downtown Detroit Partnership and the Downtown Detroit Business Improvement Zone (BIZ ) produce the Downtown Detroit Community and Development Update. This publication illustrates investments that help dictate pedestrian and automotive […]

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Recap — Fall Forum: A Real Estate Update

The Downtown Detroit Partnership (DDP) hosted its Fall Forum: A Real Estate Update at the Cambria Hotel Detroit, held Sept. 17. The event provided an update on real estate developments and total investments as it relates to Downtown projects that were recently completed, under construction, and those currently in the pipeline.

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Downtown Street Eats

Downtown Street Eats, Michigan’s largest weekly food truck experience in Downtown Detroit remains the go-to destination for food enthusiasts. Featuring a blend of returning favorites and exciting newcomers for our […]

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Downtown Street Eats

Downtown Street Eats, Michigan’s largest weekly food truck experience in Downtown Detroit remains the go-to destination for food enthusiasts. Featuring a blend of returning favorites and exciting newcomers for our […]

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Downtown Street Eats

Downtown Street Eats, Michigan’s largest weekly food truck experience in Downtown Detroit remains the go-to destination for food enthusiasts. Featuring a blend of returning favorites and exciting newcomers for our […]

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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

30,000,000

Annual visits (nonworkers/residents) to Downtown Detroit in 2023.

181

Restaurants and retail establishments in Downtown Detroit.

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.

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 in-depth economic and market analysis and access to numerous events that focus on topics, including BIZ Connects, and roundtables.

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.

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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DDP’s CEO Featured on The Michigan Opportunity Podcast

October 8, 2024

DDP’s CEO Featured on The Michigan Opportunity Podcast

Downtown Detroit Partnership’s CEO, Eric Larson, was interviewed by Ed Clemente on The Michigan Opportunity podcast. The podcast is supported by the Michigan Economic Development Corporation, which also supported the . . .

Downtown is Vibrant, and There’s Still Room for Workers to Return to Office

October 3, 2024

Downtown is Vibrant, and There’s Still Room for Workers to Return to Office

I have a request for our Downtown employers. It’s time to get employees out of the house and into the office. In case you missed it, the data presented at . . .

The 2024 Downtown Detroit Community and Development Update

October 2, 2024

The 2024 Downtown Detroit Community and Development Update

By Josh Long Each year, the Downtown Detroit Partnership and the Downtown Detroit Business Improvement Zone (BIZ ) produce the Downtown Detroit Community and Development Update. This publication illustrates investments that help dictate pedestrian and automotive . . .

Recap — Fall Forum: A Real Estate Update

September 20, 2024

Recap — Fall Forum: A Real Estate Update

The Downtown Detroit Partnership (DDP) hosted its Fall Forum: A Real Estate Update at the Cambria Hotel Detroit, held Sept. 17. The event provided an update on real estate developments and total investments as it . . .

Downtown Detroit Partnership to Host Annual Fall Forum: A Real Estate Update on September 17 at Cambria Hotel Detroit

September 13, 2024

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Downtown Detroit Partnership to Host Annual Fall Forum: A Real Estate Update on September 17 at Cambria Hotel Detroit

Attendees will be among first to receive DDP’s 2024 Downtown Detroit Community and Development Update  DETROIT – The Downtown Detroit Partnership (DDP) will host its annual Fall Forum: A Real . . .

Downtown Detroit Hot Spots

September 10, 2024

Downtown Detroit Hot Spots

As the President & CEO of Catalyst Media Factory, a public relations and social media firm, my love for Detroit runs deep—this city is not just where I chose to . . .

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#TODAY: Join DDP Board Member and DPD Chief #JamesEWhite for the final 'Walk A Mile Wednesday' of 2024! All precincts are invited to participate in this special two-mile edition. Attendees will step off at 6 p.m. from the Detroit Public Safety Headquarters.

Chief White, the Downtown Detroit Partnership, and the @detroit_police work collaboratively to ensure a safe, vibrant, and welcoming Downtown for everyone. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with the Chief and the greater Detroit community!

#DowntownDetroitPartnership | #Detroit | #DowntownDet | #DPD | #walkamilewednesday | #WeMakeItHappenTogether
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Get ready for an unforgettable night at the 21st annual Detroit Tree Lighting Presented by @dte_energy_official Foundation on Friday, Nov. 22, from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Campus Martius Park. 🌟 Mark your calendars and join the celebration! Experience a dazzling display of star-studded entertainment featuring both local and national talent, breathtaking ice skating performances, delicious food truck fare and a special visit from Santa! Be part of the magic as Detroit lights up for the holidays – your holiday season starts here!

#DowntownDet | #SaveTheDate | #DetroitTreeLighting | #campusmartiuspark | #campusmartius21 | #holidaysindetroit | #treelighting2024 | #thingtodo | #Holidayinthed
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The countdown is on! 🍎🍂 Cider in the City returns to @BeaconParkDetroit in just one week! Sip on fresh cider and donuts from @blakefarms, enjoy seasonal cocktails from @lumen_detroit, catch the game on the big screen, indulge in tasty food trucks, groove to live music, and so much more! 🎶🍩🎃

Plan your visit for Oct. 12, 13, 19, or 20 from 1-5 p.m.! 🗓️

Preorder your cider and donuts and get all the event details at our link in bio.

#CiderInTheCity | #DTE | #DowntownDetroit | #DetroitEvents | #BeaconParkDetroit | #DowntownDet
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#TODAY: Join DDP Board Member and DPD Chief #JamesEWhite for the final Walk A Mile Wednesday of 2024! All precincts are invited to participate in this special two-mile edition. Attendees will step off at 6 p.m. from the Detroit Public Safety Headquarters.

Chief White, the Downtown Detroit Partnership, and the Detroit Police Department work collaboratively to ensure a safe, vibrant, and welcoming Downtown for everyone. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with the Chief and the greater Detroit community!

#DowntownDetroitPartnership | #Detroit | #DowntownDet | #DPD | #walkamilewednesday | #WeMakeItHappenTogether

#TODAY: Join DDP Board Member and DPD Chief #JamesEWhite for the final 'Walk A Mile Wednesday' of 2024! All precincts are invited to participate in this special two-mile edition. Attendees will step off at 6 p.m. from the Detroit Public Safety Headquarters.

Chief White, the Downtown Detroit Partnership, and the Detroit Police Department work collaboratively to ensure a safe, vibrant, and welcoming Downtown for everyone. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with the Chief and the greater Detroit community!

#DowntownDetroitPartnership | #Detroit | #DowntownDet | #DPD | #walkamilewednesday | #WeMakeItHappenTogether
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Get ready for an unforgettable night at the 21st annual Detroit Tree Lighting Presented by DTE Energy Foundation on Friday, Nov. 22, from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Campus Martius Park. 🌟 Mark your calendars and join the celebration! Experience a dazzling display of star-studded entertainment featuring both local and national talent, breathtaking ice skating performances, delicious food truck fare and a special visit from Santa! Be part of the magic as Detroit lights up for the holidays – your holiday season starts here!

#DowntownDet | #SaveTheDate | #DetroitTreeLighting | #campusmartiuspark | #campusmartius21 | #holidaysindetroit | #treelighting2024 | #thingtodo | #Holidayinthed
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Octobers rolling in, and #DowntownDetroit is where you can find the fun #ThisWeekInTheParks:

🍔 Last call for Downtown Street Eats! Grab your lunchtime bites at Cadillac Square, Monday–Thursday, 11 AM – 3 PM.

🍩 Cider in the City is back, bringing all the cozy fall vibes! Swing by Beacon Park Detroit, Saturday & Sunday, 1–5 PM for cider, donuts, and good times.

🐕 Plus, we can’t forget about Downtown’s off-leash dog parks! Let your pups run and play at Grand Circus Park and/or Capitol Park before the autumn chill sets in.

🍂 Who’s ready for the fall season? 🙌

#DowntownDet | #FallInTheParks | #DowntownParks | #ThingsToDo | #ThingsToDoDetroit

October's rolling in, and #DowntownDetroit is where you can find the fun #ThisWeekInTheParks:

🍔 Last call for Downtown Street Eats! Grab your lunchtime bites at Cadillac Square, Monday–Thursday, 11 AM – 3 PM.

🍩 Cider in the City is back, bringing all the cozy fall vibes! Swing by Beacon Park Detroit, Saturday & Sunday, 1–5 PM for cider, donuts, and good times.

🐕 Plus, we can’t forget about Downtown’s off-leash dog parks! Let your pups run and play at Grand Circus Park and/or Capitol Park before the autumn chill sets in.

🍂 Who’s ready for the fall season? 🙌

#DowntownDet | #FallInTheParks | #DowntownParks | #ThingsToDo | #ThingsToDoDetroit
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The countdown is on! 🍎🍂 Cider in the City returns to Beacon Park Detroit in just one week! Sip on fresh cider and donuts from Blake Farms, enjoy seasonal cocktails from Lumen Detroit, catch the game on the big screen, indulge in tasty food trucks, groove to live music, and so much more! 🎶🍩🎃

Plan your visit for Oct. 12, 13, 19, or 20! 🗓️

Preorder your cider and donuts and get all the event details here: https://empoweringmichigan.com/event/…

#CiderInTheCity | #DTE | #DowntownDetroit | #DetroitEvents | #BeaconParkDetroit | #DowntownDet
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🎃 Spooky fun is just around the corner!  join us this Sunday, Oct. 6 for the Campus Kids Day Halloween Spooktacular & Costume Contest presented by Corewell Health! Get ready for a day full of fall family fun with:

👻 A spooktacular Costume contest
🎨 Face painting for just $5
🤡 Sandy the Clown
🍬 Trick or Treat Stations (Yum!)
🎃 Pumpkin bounce house
🎯 Lawn games & more!

Bring the family for the ultimate Halloween adventure endorsed as an official family-friendly event by Metro Parent!🍁

#CampusMaritusPark | #HalloweenFun | #FamilyEvent | #SpookySeason | #DowntownDet | #Thingtodoindetroit | #Detroit | #DowntownDetroit

🎃 Spooky fun is just around the corner! join us this Sunday, Oct. 6 for the Campus Kids Day Halloween Spooktacular & Costume Contest presented by Corewell Health! Get ready for a day full of fall family fun with:

👻 A spooktacular Costume contest
🎨 Face painting for just $5
🤡 Sandy the Clown
🍬 Trick or Treat Stations (Yum!)
🎃 Pumpkin bounce house
🎯 Lawn games & more!

Bring the family for the ultimate Halloween adventure endorsed as an official family-friendly event by Metro Parent!🍁

#CampusMaritusPark | #HalloweenFun | #FamilyEvent | #SpookySeason | #DowntownDet | #Thingtodoindetroit | #Detroit | #DowntownDetroit
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Detroit Aglow

Kick off the Holiday Season at DDP's Detroit Aglow on Monday, November 25 from 5:30 - 9:00 p.m. at MGM Grand Detroit. This year's 40th anniversary theme is Aglow for 40 Years: Celebrating Connections. Tickets are selling fast, so get yours today!