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We’re looking for feedback on people’s experience of the District’s downtown, and a new survey can help shape how this part of the city changes in the coming years. After […]
The BID is set to fill Franklin Park with activities for kids this weekend! Are you ready to enjoy them? We’re also exploring downtown areas this summer through plenty of […]
Never before has an event like this one filled Franklin Park: Get all the details about Kids World, happening on July 28-30! Between now and then, you can also experience […]
Ah, summer: Long days, cold drinks, and lush landscapes make that heat and humidity worth it. And you can take it all in throughout DowntownDC with upcoming events and a […]
Summer is a great time to get children reading, and there’s a perfect opportunity this weekend to encourage your little ones in that endeavor. But before that, be sure to […]
Summertime approaches, and that means there’s more than plenty to do and plan for in DowntownDC. Start by registering for Bike to Work Day, which happens this Friday. Then add […]
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Mayor Muriel Bowser and the National Capital Planning Commission are pleased to announce two important milestones for the Pennsylvania Avenue Initiative. Pennsylvania Avenue between the White House and the U.S. […]
DOWNLOAD THIS RFP AS A PDF Introduction The DowntownDC Business Improvement District (BID) is seeking proposals from experienced consultants or consulting firms to develop a Public Art and Placemaking Strategic […]
Download this RFP as a PDF Background DowntownDC BID (“DBID”) and Golden Triangle BID (“GTBID”) are private non profit organizations that provide cleaning, safety, planning, economic development, and programming services […]
For the past two decades, Gerry Widdicombe has led the DowntownDC BID’s economic development department, and on May 1, he will step into a new role as Chief Financial Officer. […]
The DowntownDC Business Improvement District (BID) has selected D’Mario Headen-Vance to serve as the nonprofit’s new Information Technology Manager. As of today, April 12, Headen-Vance will oversee all the technical […]
April 5, 2023 The DowntownDC BID (DBID) and the Golden Triangle BID (GTBID) are engaging in a process with multiple stakeholders and regional and national experts to gather critical information […]
Press Release
September 22, 2023 For Immediate Release Contact: Braulio Agnese, braulio@downtowndc.org Expanded spaces around Chinatown Park and on 7th Street NW will remain for 18 months Washington, D.C. — Today the […]
August 30, 2023 For Immediate Release Contact: Mercy Chikowore, mercy@mercyc.com A Free Two-Day Dance Music Festival at Franklin Park Including Local Performers and Internationally Renowned DJs Washington, D.C. — Get […]
July 26, 2023 For Immediate Release Contact: Braulio Agnese, braulio@downtowndc.org The year’s challenges — and successes — lay the groundwork for future progress Washington, D.C. — Although the District of […]
July 17, 2023 For Immediate Release Contact: Blake Buege | LRA PR | 262-818-3533 | blake@lindarothpr.com During the weekend of July 28–30, attendees will enjoy creative pop-ups, hands-on activities, and […]
June 23, 2023 For Immediate Release Contact: Braulio Agnese, braulio@downtowndc.org ODA Architecture Founder Eran Chen and Ward 2 Councilmember Brooke Pinto Join Event to Speak About Downtown’s Potential Washington, D.C. […]
June 15, 2023 For Immediate Release Contact: Braulio Agnese, braulio@downtowndc.org DC’s Downtown BIDs Unite to Reimagine the City’s Central Business District as a Thriving, Livable Urban Core for the 21st […]
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Franklin Park is a popular lunchtime destination located in the heart of DowntownDC.