Living & Working Downtown

Downtown Detroit’s population has increased 30% over the last decade, fueled by philanthropic investments in Downtown public spaces, a resurgence in new development, business investment, and exciting entertainment options. The demand for Downtown living continues to grow. New housing developments are continuously coming on the market. Check out the annual Downtown Detroit Community and Development Update.

Supporting Residents

The Downtown has six public spaces welcoming residents, visitors, and employees, each with its own unique programs, events and dog-friendly spaces. The Downtown Detroit BIZ Ambassadors provide a welcoming, clean, and safe environment. The development and programming of public spaces has helped support an increase in housing, entertainment, businesses. and events to create a vibrant and fun place to live, work, and play.

Experience Downtown
Detroit Parks

Each season, the Downtown Detroit Parks come alive with a number of unique features — including beautiful landscaping, flowing fountains, historical monuments, flourishing gardens, winter activations, comfortable seating, a variety of innovative dining options and activities that appeal to every age and background.

Upcoming Events

November 22 @ 11:00 am

Downtown Detroit Markets & The Cadillac Lodge

Cadillac Square is the spot to shop this holiday season. Whether you’re window shopping or on a spree, you can find locally made, one-of-a-kind gifts from a collection of curated […]

November 22 @ 4:00 pm

21st Annual Detroit Tree Lighting

Your holiday starts with the Detroit Tree Lighting on Friday, Nov. 22, at the award-winning Campus Martius Park produced by the Downtown Detroit Partnership and presented by DTE Energy Foundation. This […]

November 23 @ 11:00 am

Downtown Detroit Markets & The Cadillac Lodge

Cadillac Square is the spot to shop this holiday season. Whether you’re window shopping or on a spree, you can find locally made, one-of-a-kind gifts from a collection of curated […]

November 23 @ 12:00 pm

Grinch Skate Party Presented by 313 Presents

Kick off the season at our Grinch-themed Skating Party presented by 313 Presents! Our festive DJ will be spinning your favorite holiday tunes, and you will have chances to win […]

November 23 @ 6:00 pm

Ugly Holiday Sweater Skate Party Presented By Michigan Lottery

Throw on your best ugly holiday sweater and get ready for a festive evening under the glow of Detroit’s Christmas Tree! Join us for a night of holiday cheer and […]

November 24 @ 11:00 am

Downtown Detroit Markets & The Cadillac Lodge

Cadillac Square is the spot to shop this holiday season. Whether you’re window shopping or on a spree, you can find locally made, one-of-a-kind gifts from a collection of curated […]

Park Events

Our six Downtown Detroit Parks — Campus Martius Park, Beacon Park, Cadillac Square, Capitol Park, Woodward Esplanade, and Grand Circus Park — provide visitors and residents with cultural experiences, programs, events, and activities throughout the year.

Supporting the Workforce

Employees at Downtown Detroit companies have a vibrant and welcoming environment in which to work, supported by the Downtown Detroit BIZ Ambassadors. Thanks to the engaged leadership of the DDP Board and the commitment of Downtown property owners, the eco-system in Downtown Detroit is continually improving and changing with the needs of our collective community. Beautiful public spaces, a vibrant business community, and a variety of sidewalk level businesses all contribute to the critical economic network needed for any community, but also contribute to civic and social interaction necessary for any city or metropolitan area.

There are hundreds of businesses located in Downtown Detroit with thousands of employees commuting, shopping, dining, and taking advantage of the many entertainment options in Downtown Detroit. For more information on employment numbers, explore the MoDD Dashboard and DDP Annual Reports.

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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 . . .

Historic Expansion of DDP’s Parks Stewardship

August 30, 2024

Historic Expansion of DDP’s Parks Stewardship

WRJ’s Ann Thomas Interview with David Cowan, DDP’s Chief Public Spaces Officer Hear more about the landmark expansion of its stewardship over the City of Detroit’s beloved green public spaces. . . .

The Re-created Downtown

September 20, 2022

The Re-created Downtown

Downtown is not dead; the proof is in the projects “The reports of my death are greatly exaggerated,” says every U.S. downtown with apologies to Mark Twain. On Friday, March . . .

Campus Martius: The Catalyst for the Transformation of Downtown Detroit

September 15, 2022

Campus Martius: The Catalyst for the Transformation of Downtown Detroit

Social Life Project – In 2004, Detroit’s Campus Martius Park changed the trajectory of the future of downtown.  Nearly twenty years later, we see remarkable results practically everywhere. There’s a . . .

Downtown Detroit parks, real estate projects to benefit from DDP’s new $13.74 million state grant

September 7, 2022

Downtown Detroit parks, real estate projects to benefit from DDP’s new $13.74 million state grant

Crain’s Detroit Business – Parks in downtown Detroit will get a makeover as a result of $13.74 million the Downtown Detroit Partnership was awarded Wednesday. That grant is one of . . .

WXYZ Editorial: Our centennial salute to the Downtown Detroit Partnership

August 25, 2022

WXYZ Editorial: Our centennial salute to the Downtown Detroit Partnership

WXYZ DETROIT — Join us in celebrating a very special anniversary for downtown Detroit. One-hundred years ago, J.L. Hudson Company manager Oscar Webber chaired a meeting of the Business Property . . .

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