Monumental Sports and Entertainment (MSE) has committed to keeping the Washington Capitals and Wizards at the Capital One Arena through 2050. The Mayor proposed and the Council unanimously voted to approve a $515 million investment package for renovations to the arena and improvements to the surrounding area.

This decision, along with ongoing efforts to enhance safety and vibrancy in Penn Quarter-Chinatown, is a major step towards the reimagining of downtown D.C. as outlined in the Downtown Action Plan. 

Many recommendations from the Downtown Action Plan were included in the Mayor's proposed FY25 budget that was submitted to the DC Council today. We look forward to continued investment in downtown.

Early this week the BID launched the Penn Quarter-Chinatown Safety Team aimed at making the Chinatown Corridor a more welcoming area for residents and visitors alike. Training is under way and our dedicated team, equipped with cutting edge technology and backed by community support, is focused on making tangible improvements to safety and hospitality in DowntownDC.

The BID is committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of our community members. Participate in our Safety Perception Survey to provide us insights that will guide our efforts in enhancing safety measures and addressing any concerns within our community.

Jazz & Blossoms returns to Franklin Park on Sunday, April 7th from 12:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., transforming the park into a vibrant oasis celebrating spring and the National Cherry Blossom Festival with live music from Digable Planets and more. Enjoy a day of free outdoor fun for all ages, including face painting, a Haiku writing station, art installations, and spring-inspired mocktails at the vendor market.

Grand colorful helium balloons, elaborate floats, marching bands, and celebrity entertainers will come bursting down Constitution Avenue on Saturday, April 13 for the nation's springtime spectacle: The National Cherry Blossom Festival Parade!

Catch the BID's Safety/Hospitality and Maintenance Ambassador (SAMs) team as they march in the parade. As the most visible face of the BID, SAMs are committed to maintaining a clean, safe, and friendly DowntownDC.

But the fun doesn't end there. Following the parade, experience 24 hour of Japanese culture at the Sakura Matsuri - Japanese Street Festival.

Brace yourself, DC. STK is back! The "Leader in Vibe Dining" is now open at its new location in the Marriott Marquis hotel. STK’s menu will continue to specialize in splurges like Japanese wagyu, dry-aged steaks, and lobster linguini. Set your lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch reservations now for elevated culinary curations, world-famous cocktails and live music!