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The countdown is almost over! 🐾🎃 This Saturday, it’s time to dress up, show off and let the good times howl at the 13th annual Howl-O-Ween Costume Party presented by Strategic Staffing Solutions and supported by Michigan Humane and Premier Pet Supply!
📅 Saturday, Oct. 24
⏰ 2–4 p.m.
📍 Grand Circus Dog Park
Bring your pup for an afternoon of Halloween fun, featuring:
🐶 Costume contests at 2:30 and 3:30 p.m. with prizes in five categories
🎶 Festive beats from DJ Invisible
📸 Photo ops with your four-legged friend
🎁 Treats, giveaways and prizes
🐾 Pet products from The Doggie Social Cafe and an info station from Peticured
Advance registration is required for the costume contests, so sign up now and get your pup’s costume ready!
Learn more and register: https://downtowndetroit.org/event/…
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🎄 A little holiday magic is returning to Cadillac Square. Cadillac Lodge is back starting Nov. 11!
The beloved Downtown Detroit tradition returns with a spacious heated tent, festive food and beverage offerings, and weekly programming. Stop in to warm up between shopping stops, gather with friends and family, or simply take a little time to slow down and enjoy the season. ☕️
Planning a holiday party, corporate gathering, or festive celebration? Cadillac Lodge is also available for private events, offering a warm and welcoming Downtown setting for gatherings big and small.
Learn more about Cadillac Lodge and inquire about private event rentals at CadillacLodge.com.
Cadillac Lodge is funded by the Gilbert Family Foundation and operated by Forte Belanger, with additional support from Bedrock and Downtown Detroit Partnership.
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💡 DID YOU KNOW?
There’s a whole world of data behind Downtown Detroit’s growth and transformation!
The Downtown Detroit Datascape, an initiative of the Downtown Detroit Partnership and the Downtown Detroit Business Improvement Zone (BIZ), brings together interactive tools, insights and reports that help tell Downtown’s story. 📊
From real estate development and business trends to demographics, visitor activity and quality of life, the Datascape helps stakeholders make informed decisions and shape the future of our urban core.
🌆 Curious about the numbers behind Downtown? Explore the Downtown Detroit Datascape!
🔗 https://downtowndetroit.org/downtown-detroit-datas…
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There’s no better place to be together than Downtown Detroit on a Fall evening. 🍁
It was a lovely time bringing our DDP Members together for our Fall Member Mixer at GW Home in Detroit.
Several new Members attended and were able to connect, network, and enjoy what makes the DDP community so special. Together, we’re fostering relationships, sharing ideas, and keeping Downtown Detroit moving forward! 💙🏙️
Thank you to everyone who joined and helped make the evening such a joyous occasion. And thank you to GW HOME for being such a gracious host!
Want to be part of the DDP community? Membership connects businesses and organizations to a powerful network of corporate, philanthropic, and community partners — with opportunities to build relationships, stay informed, have your voice heard, and enjoy exclusive member events like this one.
Join the Downtown Detroit Partnership and be part of what’s next for Downtown here: https://downtowndetroit.org/about-the-ddp/…
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Racers, it’s time to carb-load! 🍝🏃
From pasta and pizza to your favorite local bites, Downtown Detroit’s restaurants are ready to fuel your race weekend! Swipe through our gallery to discover local small businesses worth adding to your pre-race plans, then share your go-to downtown spots to eat, sip, and recharge in the comments. 🧡
After race day, keep the celebration going at the Kia Conquered Afterparty at Campus Martius Park on Sunday! 🎉
🔗 Learn more:
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It’s beginning to look and sound a lot like fall at Campus Martius Park! 🍂
From the changing leaves and crisp autumn air to the sound of the Woodward Fountain, there’s something special about taking in the sights and sounds of the season in Downtown Detroit’s gathering space. ⛲
Take a stroll, soak up the fall scenery and enjoy a little autumn in the heart of Downtown. We’ll see you in the park!
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🏃♀️ Running the Detroit Free Press Marathon this weekend? Celebrate race day with us and our friends at the Detroit Free Press Marathon at the Kia Conquered Afterparty!
Join us Sunday, Oct. 18, at Campus Martius Park and Cadillac Square, just about a block from the finish line. Meet up with friends and family, refuel, and celebrate all those miles!
Here’s what’s in store:
🎶 Live music from Detroit’s own Lyrical Heat
🏆 Awards ceremony for race winners
🌮 Food trucks, beer, and other beverages
📸 Photo ops to capture your race day memories
💙 Charity Village at Fort and Griswold featuring marathon charity partners
🕗 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. | FREE and open to the public
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🎄 We're Hiring! Join the Downtown Detroit Partnership Team!
Looking for a seasonal opportunity to be part of the magic of Downtown Detroit this winter? The Downtown Detroit Partnership (DDP) is hiring a Seasonal Retail Sales Associate to help create a welcoming experience for visitors to our Downtown parks!
In this role, you'll provide excellent customer service, support daily retail operations, and help share the story of Campus Martius Park and Detroit's vibrant downtown parks.
Position Highlights:
💵 $20/hour
🗓️ Seasonal position: November 11–December 31, 2026
⏰ Part-time, with a minimum of 19 hours per week
🛍️ Help create a memorable experience for visitors while supporting the parks we all love
We're looking for a positive, customer-focused team player with prior retail or hospitality experience who's excited to be part of the Downtown Detroit experience.
Ready to join us? Apply today and help make Downtown Detroit shine this holiday season!
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This Canadian Thanksgiving, a special message is flying along the river to our neighbors in Windsor and beyond!
Today, a 30-foot aerial banner will fly along the Detroit River, celebrating the longstanding friendship between our communities and the new Gordie Howe International Bridge.
Organized by members of the Metro Detroit community and facilitated by the Downtown Detroit Partnership, this heartfelt gesture carries a simple message: Detroit and Canada are bridged in friendship. ❤️
Look to the skies between Belle Isle and the Gordie Howe International Bridge from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. (weather permitting).
Happy Thanksgiving to our Canadian neighbors! 🇨🇦🍁
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