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Downtown Detroit is vibrant and welcoming with a number of beautiful public spaces that support a great walking experience and cultivate a vibrant retail and restaurant community.

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The Downtown Detroit Partnership offers unique and fun events all year round. From seasonal attractions to free events, there's a great variety.

Downtown Detroit has several different transportation options to get around. Find out what option works best for you.

Downtown Detroit’s population has increased 30% over the last decade. The demand for Downtown living continues to grow.

The Detroit Card, a digital community gift card for exclusive use at participating Detroit restaurants and retailers. Support Detroit-based businesses and make a meaningful investment in your favorite restaurants and retailers. A great gift for . . .

Digital Information Kiosks were installed in 2021 and can be found in the Downtown Detroit Business Improvement Zone and in each city council district. The kiosks provide high-level information at a glance about landmarks, destinations, . . .

BIZ Ambassadors are proactive and friendly individuals who love Detroit and take pride in keeping it clean, safe, and welcoming. BIZ Ambassadors provide assistance, from directions to restaurant recommendations.

Downtown Detroit Fast Facts

6,765

Residents of Downtown (Downtown Detroit Census Tracts)

90%

Percentage of Detroit who believe that Downtown Detroit is family-friendly.

248

Number of retail and restaurant spaces in Downtown Detroit.

About the Parks

Since 2000, the Downtown Detroit Partnership, in collaboration with the City of Detroit, has been the recognized leader in creating, programming, and managing Downtown Detroit’s historic and transformational public spaces and urban parks.

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Partnership, Detroit’s Enduring Practice

September 24, 2026

Partnership, Detroit’s Enduring Practice

The Partnership Mindset: Detroit Leads the Way Some cities are just now discovering the value of collaboration, pushed there by shrinking budgets and growing needs. Detroit already works this way . . .

DOWNTOWN DETROIT INVITES FAMILIES TO A DOUBLE DOSE OF HALLOWEEN FUN WITH LIL’ BOO BASH AND THE NEW TREAT N’ PEEK

September 15, 2026

DOWNTOWN DETROIT INVITES FAMILIES TO A DOUBLE DOSE OF HALLOWEEN FUN WITH LIL’ BOO BASH AND THE NEW TREAT N’ PEEK

Campus Kids Day: Lil’ Boo Bash presented by Corewell Health and Downtown Detroit Treat n’ Peek supported by Lake Michigan Credit Union bring costumes, activities and trick-or-treating Oct. 4

A Stellar Downtown Summer – The Data Tells the Story

September 10, 2026

A Stellar Downtown Summer – The Data Tells the Story

The recent headline in Crain’s Detroit Business’ Morning 10 was big news: “Metro Detroit hotel occupancy growth outpaces the nation’s largest cities.” In the article, Reporter Kirk Pinho cites recent . . .

IDA Awards Top Industry Honor to Downtown Detroit Partnership

September 1, 2026

IDA Awards Top Industry Honor to Downtown Detroit Partnership

The International Downtown Association (IDA) has recognized the Downtown Detroit Partnership (DDP) with the Downtown Achievement Pinnacle Award for its work and initiatives related to the DDP’s I-375 Peer Review and community engagement. The DDP’s . . .

The Art of Public Space

August 27, 2026

The Art of Public Space

The Art of Public Space By Laura Dean, Director of Parks and Public Spaces The Downtown Detroit Partnership is recognized for creating and caring for award-winning parks and public spaces that . . .

Cristina’s Race for the Cure Story

August 27, 2026

Cristina’s Race for the Cure Story

By: Cristina Ancog I am so grateful for the opportunity to participate in the 2026 Detroit Race for the Cure, hosted by Susan G. Komen and supported by the Downtown . . .

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