News & Insights
The Downtown Detroit Partnership strives to create partnerships and connections with key influencers in the City of Detroit. Read the latest articles, trends, and highlights from Downtown Detroit in the News & Insights section.
Downtown Stories
2023 Detroit Tree Lighting Plan Your Visit — Arriving to Downtown
November 14, 2023
Santa Claus is standing by. The lights on the tree are almost ready. The entertainment we’ve planned may just be the best yet, as the Downtown Detroit Partnership presents its 20th Annual Tree Lighting on Friday, Nov. . . .
Downtown Stories
November Around Downtown: DDP News & Events
November 12, 2023
It all started 20 years ago with a group of key leaders led by Edsel B. Ford II, founding chair of the Detroit 300 Conservancy. The vision was to restore the . . .
Downtown Stories
Twenty Years of Tree Lighting
November 8, 2023
It all started 20 years ago with a group of key leaders led by Edsel B. Ford, II, founding chair of the Detroit 300 Conservancy. The vision was to restore the heart of our Downtown . . .
Downtown Detroit Hot Spots
Downtown Detroit Hot Spots
November 7, 2023
Discover exciting locations and destinations throughout Downtown Detroit. Whether it's hometown favorites, or the newest digs. Hear from hometown experts and expats about some of their favorite spots.
Key Stakeholder Video
Conversation with Kevin Johnson, DEGC President & CEO and DDP Executive Committee Member
October 26, 2023
Listen to DDP CEO Eric B. Larson’s dynamic conversation with DDP Board Member and President & CEO of the DEGC. Hear why Kevin thinks Detroit is the place to be . . .
CEO Blog
Building community by breaking barriers
October 25, 2023
In a world that continually strives for progress and equality, the right to live a life free from stigma and discrimination is a fundamental cornerstone of human rights. It's a right that should not only . . .
Press Releases
The Downtown Detroit Partnership announces merriest and brightest Detroit Tree Lighting, celebrating 20 Years of holiday lights in Detroit
October 24, 2023
DETROIT –Downtown Detroit is where the holiday season begins. To usher it in, the Downtown Detroit Partnership (DDP) and DTE Energy Foundation are proud to present “Merry & Bright: 20 . . .
Downtown Stories
RECAP: 2023 Downtown Detroit Faith and Blue Breakfast
October 13, 2023
The Book Tower Hotel, a piece of Detroit history, was the perfect backdrop for the Third Annual Faith and Blue Breakfast, an annual event held in collaboration with Downtown Detroit Partnership (DDP) and Detroit Police . . .
Press Releases
THE DOWNTOWN DETROIT PARTNERSHIP HONORS WORLD MENTAL HEALTH DAY WITH DETROIT POLICE DEPARTMENT ANDFAITH LEADERS AT THE BOOK TOWER
October 10, 2023
The Downtown Detroit Partnership (DDP) hosted its third-annual Faith & Blue Breakfast, a community prayer breakfast, in partnership with the Detroit Police Department (DPD), today at the newly opened Book Tower Hotel.
Downtown Stories
Sept/Oct 2023 Around Downtown: DDP News & Events
October 3, 2023
You may have noticed on your recent visit that Downtown Detroit is bustling with more vibrancy. Whether attending as a visitor or resident to cheer on your favorite sports team, see your favorite artist . . .
Downtown Detroit Hot Spots
Downtown Detroit Hot Spots
September 28, 2023
Looking for new places to visit, dine and shop in Downtown Detroit? Discover exciting dining, shopping and attraction locations from CBS Detroit's weekend achor, Terell Bailey.
CEO Blog
What’s the Buzz?
September 27, 2023
September was a busy month in Detroit, starting with the Detroit Auto Show, then JPMorgan Chase celebrating $200 million invested over ten years in Detroit, followed by DDP’s annual Fall . . .