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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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Downtown Hot Spots – NFL Draft Edition

Downtown Detroit is bustling with a wide variety of businesses, restaurants and services, many of whom are still open as the NFL Draft heads to Downtown Detroit. Whether you’re a homegrown Detroit resident or visitor, check out some of the delectable offerings located right in our city’s center.

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BIZ 10-Year Anniversary Celebration

Please save the date for a special celebration recognizing the Downtown Detroit Business Improvement Zone’s (BIZ) 10 years of service to Downtown Detroit. Event details to come. You will leave […]

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DOWNTOWN DETROIT PARTNERSHIP TO HOST ‘DRAFT DAY IN THE D’ CELEBRATIONS, APRIL 25-27

The Downtown Detroit Partnership today announced the ultimate football celebration: Draft Day in the D, a three-day party across Downtown Detroit’s award-winning parks and public spaces. The festivities, held April 25-27, will be located at Capitol Park, Beacon Park, Paradise Valley Beatrice Buck Park, Grand Circus Park and on a closed-off portion of Woodward Avenue between State Street and Witherell Street. They are free to attend and open to fans and visitors of all ages.

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Make Your Plans for Draft Day in the D

The NFL Draft presented by Bud Light is coming to Detroit this month! It’s the perfect opportunity for NFL fans visiting from around the world to experience everything our city has to offer while we’re showcased on the world stage!

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Draft Day in the D

DRAFT DAY IN THE D Take your NFL Draft experience to the next level at Draft Day in the D, a three-day party across Downtown Detroit’s award-winning parks and public […]

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Draft Day in the D

DRAFT DAY IN THE D Take your NFL Draft experience to the next level at Draft Day in the D, a three-day party across Downtown Detroit’s award-winning parks and public […]

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Draft Day in the D

DRAFT DAY IN THE D Take your NFL Draft experience to the next level at Draft Day in the D, a three-day party across Downtown Detroit’s award-winning parks and public […]

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DDP’s Legacy of Leading Women

Detroit is rich in its legacy of leaders, visionaries, and trailblazers. Henry Ford, Albert Kahn, and Coleman Young immediately come to mind. Like dozens of others, their names are as familiar to us as Woodward and Hudson. But what about Haviland, Richards, and Peck? Less familiar are the women who shaped our incredible history. Laura Smith Haviland created the first anti-slavery organization in Michigan.

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NFL Draft in Detroit

NFL Draft in Detroit The NFL Draft presented by Bud Light is finally here, and the DDP wants to ensure you are ready! While the NFL Draft Theater and Draft […]

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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.

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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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Downtown Hot Spots – NFL Draft Edition 

April 22, 2024

Downtown Hot Spots – NFL Draft Edition 

Downtown Detroit is bustling with a wide variety of businesses, restaurants and services, many of whom are still open as the NFL Draft heads to Downtown Detroit. Whether you're a homegrown Detroit resident or visitor, . . .

Downtown Detroit Job Fair Hits a Homerun

April 12, 2024

Downtown Detroit Job Fair Hits a Homerun

The Downtown Detroit Partnership (DDP) hosted its first Downtown Job Fair of the year on March 20, 2024. This event featured more than 30 employers that were looking to hire. . . .

DOWNTOWN DETROIT PARTNERSHIP TO HOST ‘DRAFT DAY IN THE D’ CELEBRATIONS, APRIL 25-27

April 3, 2024

DDP logo, sketched as a capital D illustrated as multi-colored triangles. Followed by "established 1922"

DOWNTOWN DETROIT PARTNERSHIP TO HOST ‘DRAFT DAY IN THE D’ CELEBRATIONS, APRIL 25-27

The Downtown Detroit Partnership today announced the ultimate football celebration: Draft Day in the D, a three-day party across Downtown Detroit’s award-winning parks and public spaces. The festivities, held April 25-27, will be located at . . .

Make Your Plans for Draft Day in the D

April 2, 2024

Make Your Plans for Draft Day in the D

The NFL Draft presented by Bud Light is coming to Detroit this month! It’s the perfect opportunity for NFL fans visiting from around the world to experience everything our city has to offer while we’re showcased on . . .

DDP’s Legacy of Leading Women

March 26, 2024

DDP’s Legacy of Leading Women

Detroit is rich in its legacy of leaders, visionaries, and trailblazers. Henry Ford, Albert Kahn, and Coleman Young immediately come to mind. Like dozens of others, their names are as familiar to us as Woodward . . .

DDP in 2024: The First 100 Days

March 25, 2024

DDP in 2024: The First 100 Days

I know we generally reserve this type of retrospective for elected leaders, particularly first-timers, but since January 1, within the Downtown Detroit Partnership, there has been a whirlwind of activity nothing short of astounding. The . . .

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Excited to announce that smithgroup is a proud sponsor of Greektown’s upcoming three-day tailgate event taking place during the 2024 NFL Draft!
SmithGroup is an integrated design firm that’s been rooted in Detroit for over 170 years. The firm is proud to support an event that will bring great success and support to small and locally owned businesses in the Greektown area. Partnerships like this help us design a better future for #Detroit and beyond.

Greektown in Downtown Detroit | April 25th - 27th | Admission is free 
For more information, please visit the link in our bio. 
#DetroitDraft #VisitDetroit #GreektownDetroit #DowntownDet #DowntownDetroit #GreektownTailgate #SmithGroup #designabetterfuture
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Greektown Tailgate will be proudly serving crownroyal throughout the Draft weekend. Enjoy a tasty Crown Royal Cocktail or the new ready to drink, Crown Royal Whiskey Lemonade while you are having fun at the Greektown Tailgate. Live generously and life will treat you royally. Available at the festival beverage booths.
Greektown in Downtown Detroit | April 25th - 27th | Admission is free 
For more information please visit the link in our bio. 
#DetroitDraft #VisitDetroit #GreektownDetroit #DowntownDet #DowntownDetroit #GreektownTailgate
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The final picks are in ‼️ We're eager to welcome the draft to Downtown Detroit THIS week! Be sure to stop into The Potato Place during your visit to the city - you can find us in Midtown on Cass and West Warren.

Which new topping will The Potato Place draft and add to the menu? Stay tuned 🏈

#DetroitDraft #thepotatoplace #potatoplacedetroit #mipotatoplace #draftpicks #round1picks #round1draft #visitdetroit  #downtowndet
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Downtown Detroit is ready, vibrant, and buzzing with delicious cuisine, quality retailers, and experiences. While youre here for the 2024 NFL Draft presented by Bud Light, be sure to stop by some of these local spots to guarantee an authentic Detroit experience. Stay locked into the Downtown scene with the latest Downtown Hot Spots - NFL Draft Edition. 

https://downtowndetroit.org/news-insights/downtown-hot-spots-nfl-draft-edition/ 

#DowntownDetroit #Downtown #NFLDraft

Downtown Detroit is ready, vibrant, and buzzing with delicious cuisine, quality retailers, and experiences. While you're here for the 2024 NFL Draft presented by Bud Light, be sure to stop by some of these local spots to guarantee an authentic Detroit experience. Stay locked into the Downtown scene with the latest Downtown Hot Spots - NFL Draft Edition.

https://downtowndetroit.org/news-insights/…

#DowntownDetroit #Downtown #NFLDraft
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It’s SO busy! I love it!

Walked around yesterday. So excited for everyone to see the city!

What happen to all the pavers? It looks so bland without them.

#DraftDayInTheD is the place to be for some of Detroit’s delights and delicious food truck eats. Stop by Grand Circus Park, Beacon Park, Capitol Park, Paradise Valley Beatrice Buck Park or Woodward Ave during #2024NFLDRAFT weekend and treat your taste buds to more than 35 local food truck favorites such as Los Dos Amigos Taco Truck, Rolling Stoves, Sonny’s Hamburgers, Wing Snob, Cousins Maine Lobster and more. In addition to food trucks enjoy live entertainment, large screens streaming the Draft and more.

Get all the details on Draft Day in the D at: https://downtowndetroit.org/event/draft-day-in-the-d/

#DowntownDetroit #DowntownDet #Detroit

#DraftDayInTheD is the place to be for some of Detroit’s delights and delicious food truck eats. Stop by Grand Circus Park, Beacon Park, Capitol Park, Paradise Valley Beatrice Buck Park or Woodward Ave during #2024NFLDRAFT weekend and treat your taste buds to more than 35 local food truck favorites such as Los Dos Amigos Taco Truck, Rolling Stoves, Sonny’s Hamburgers, Wing Snob, Cousins Maine Lobster and more. In addition to food trucks enjoy live entertainment, large screens streaming the Draft and more.

Get all the details on Draft Day in the D at: https://downtowndetroit.org/event/…

#DowntownDetroit #DowntownDet #Detroit
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As we approach kickoff for Draft Day in the D, here’s some reminders to make your #2024NFLDraft experience memorable and safe. Keep these prohibited items at home and be courteous of fellow Draft Day guests by following our code of conduct. For specifics, check out the above guest code of conduct along with the list of prohibited items. In advance of your visit, we also recommend reviewing the NFLs clear bag policy: https://www.nfl.com/legal/clear-bag-policy

#DraftDayInTheD #Detroit #Downtown

As we approach kickoff for Draft Day in the D, here’s some reminders to make your #2024NFLDraft experience memorable and safe. Keep these prohibited items at home and be courteous of fellow Draft Day guests by following our code of conduct. For specifics, check out the above guest code of conduct along with the list of prohibited items. In advance of your visit, we also recommend reviewing the NFL's clear bag policy:

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🏆 We’re thrilled to share that Campus Martius Park has once again been named the No. 1 Public Square in USA TODAY’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards! With just 8 days to go until the #2024NFLDraft, we are excited to welcome football fans from around the world to experience the energy of Detroit’s Gathering Place.

Thank you to everyone who showed their Campus Martius love and voted! This is a collective win, and we look forward to connecting with you in the #1 Public Square in the nation!

#DowntownDet #CampusMartiusPark #USAToday10Best #BestPublicSquare #ThankYou

🏆 We’re thrilled to share that Campus Martius Park has once again been named the No. 1 Public Square in USA TODAY’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards! With just 8 days to go until the #2024NFLDraft, we are excited to welcome football fans from around the world to experience the energy of Detroit’s Gathering Place.

Thank you to everyone who showed their Campus Martius love and voted! This is a collective win, and we look forward to connecting with you in the #1 Public Square in the nation!

#DowntownDet #CampusMartiusPark #USAToday10Best #BestPublicSquare #ThankYou
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I love being downtown Detroit every summer, so much fun. There are also usually bands and music too.

So proud to have worked on Universal Design Planning with the Downtown Detroit Partnership — via presentations and walking workshops — in anticipation of NFL Draft. I also wrote a story about wheelchair access in the core of Detroit. @DowntownDet @visitdetroit #UniversalDesign

Beautiful, thanks for sharing!

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While the 2024 NFL Draft picks are being announced, you can partake in FREE festivities throughout Downtown Detroit during the NFL Draft weekend (4/25-4/27)! 

Enjoy Draft Day in the D, consisting of several exciting events throughout Downtown’s parks and public spaces, including massive video walls so you don’t miss a single selection. Experience live music, food trucks, art installations, and more! Plan your Detroit NFL Draft experience today: Learn More: https://downtowndetroit.org/experience-downtown/things-to-do/nfl-draft/

#DowntownDetroit #draftdayinthed #Detroit

While the 2024 NFL Draft picks are being announced, you can partake in FREE festivities throughout Downtown Detroit during the NFL Draft weekend (4/25-4/27)!

Enjoy Draft Day in the D, consisting of several exciting events throughout Downtown’s parks and public spaces, including massive video walls so you don’t miss a single selection. Experience live music, food trucks, art installations, and more! Plan your Detroit NFL Draft experience today: Learn More: https://downtowndetroit.org/experience-downtown/…

#DowntownDetroit #draftdayinthed #Detroit
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It looks like everything is fenced in?

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