On Wednesday, June 18, 2025, the DowntownDC Business Improvement District (BID) ushered in a vibrant new era with The RED Event—its Annual Meeting and official rebrand launch. Held atop the […]

With the weather warming up, Downtown D.C. is buzzing with new retailers and restaurants ready to welcome locals and visitors to the heart of the District. See what’s new. RETAIL […]

WorldPride brought an electric energy to the city and Downtown D.C. isn’t letting it fade. The parade may have wrapped up but the celebration is far from over. Pride Month […]

The season of the sun is here and the DowntownDC BID is ready to turn up the heat with an array of signature summer events! Dive into our lineup of […]

What happens when you design a city for people instead of cars? In Downtown D.C., the answer is taking shape block by block most notably at Anthem Row, where the […]

Free “Happy Hour” Music Series at Franklin Park DowntownDC Live! is back at Franklin Park this summer—and we’re turning up the volume. Your favorite lunch break jam transforms into an […]

Free Outdoor Movie Series at Franklin Park DowntownDC Summer Flicks is back—so grab a blanket, claim your spot, and settle in for DOUBLE the movie magic under the stars at […]

Pride in D.C. turns 50 this year, and Downtown DC is ready to celebrate loud, proud, and in technicolor. As WorldPride 2025 takes over the city, the heart of the […]

DowntownDC BID is thrilled to announce that our beloved Director of Public Space and Operations, Lukas Umana, has been selected to join the competitive International Downtown Association‘s (IDA) Emerging Leader […]

Calling all youth talent. It’s your time to shine! The summer will be HOT with the return of Kids World this July, and we’re on the lookout for big stars […]

With spring in full swing, there’s no better way to spend your lunch break than surrounded by fresh flavors and vibrant Downtown D.C. community energy. This year, FRESHFARM brings back […]

On April 14, the Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington (RAMW) announced the finalists for the 2025 RAMMY Awards, celebrating the incredible restaurants, chefs, pastry wizards, and hospitality pros who help shape […]

Looking for where to eat in Downtown D.C. during the National Cherry Blossom Festival? Get into the spring spirit with the best food and drinks for cherry blossom season, from […]

Looking for an exciting way to celebrate WorldPride 2025 this summer? Volunteer and be part of history! Hosted by the Capital Pride Alliance, this year’s event marks the 50th anniversary […]

Since its inception, the Mayor Marion S. Barry Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) has helped thousands of D.C. teens and young adults gain professional experience. Funded by the Department of […]

Restaurant Week may be over, but Downtown D.C’s dining scene is still serving up major wins! Washingtonian magazine revealed its “100 Very Best Restaurants 2025” and 9 DowntownDC BID hotspots made […]