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DOWNTOWN BUSINESS NEWS
Visit Papi Smash'd Burget at the Arnold Palmer Invitational!DOP Member and gourmet burger restaurant, Papi Smash'd Burger, was recently crowned the Grand Prize Winner of the 2024 Mastercard Foodies and Fairways contest, earning them a spot at this year's Arnold Palmer Invitational! The Arnold Palmer Invitational is running now through March 10, 2024 at Arnold Palmer's Bay Hill Club & Lodge. Be sure to cheer them on and try some of their delicious offerings near the 18th tee!
'Somebody Feed Phil' Features Orlando Cuisine!Visit Orlando recently collaborated with Phil Rosenthal and his team for the seventh season of his hit Netflix series, Somebody Feed Phil. The partnership resulted in a 45-minute episode devoted to Orlando’s homegrown cuisine and culture — and left the host feeling very well fed and equally impressed. One of the eight culinary locations Phil visited was DOP Member, Sampaguita Ice Cream & Desserts! Located in the Mills50 district, this woman and Filipino-owned ice cream shop serves unique flavors, including dairy-free options. Congratulations on this impressive feature, Sampaguita! See all of Phil's stops and a preview of the episode HERE.
Youth Arts Supply Drive by United ArtsMarch is National Youth Arts Month! Help United Arts of Central Florida gather supplies for in-school and after-school youth arts programs. All art supply donations are welcome. Click here to view the updated registry to see what supplies are in the highest demand for our community. Art supplies can also be dropped off in the lobby of the Orange County Arts & Cultural Affairs building, 450 E South Street, Orlando, FL 32801. Donate between March 1 - March 31, 2024.Gold Over America Tour Starring Simone Biles Coming to Orlando!On the heels of the historic competition in Paris, the Athleta Presents Gold Over America Tour starring Simone Biles will visit more than 30 U.S. arenas this fall! The only tour of its kind in 2024, this high-octane, exhilarating and family-friendly show celebrates world-class gymnastics and inspires the next generation of champions. The tour includes a stop at Orlando's Kia Center on October 12, 2024. Tickets go on sale to the general public this spring, but fans can sign up now for the presale!
DTO EVENTS
Pop-up Poetry in ParramoreYou are invited to lunch at The Monroe and a showcase of Pop-up Poetry in Parramore by Page 15's young authors on Thursday, March 14 from 11:30am-1pm. This event, hosted by Orlando poet Marquis Lee, will shine a light on the inspiring young voices of Parramore. Lunch will be provided by Interstruct Design + Build and Ustler Development, Inc. for pre-registered attendees only, so click here to register now! School-age kids are welcome to attend.Bike to Work Day 2024Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer will pedal into work on Friday, March 22, 2024, as part of the city’s annual tradition of hosting Bike to Work Day. Riders will meet at 7am at the SoDo Shopping Plaza, then head out at 8am on a police-escorted group ride through the streets of downtown Orlando to City Hall. A Bike to Work Day celebration will be set up at City Hall Plaza beginning at 8am for downtown workers to learn more about the city’s bike projects and connect to local organizations, like Bike Walk Central Florida and the Orlando Bike Coalition. A limited number of Bird and Lime e-bikes will be available for those who want to participate in the group ride but do not own a bike. Click here to learn more and register!
Virginia Drive Live!Ivanhoe Village and Mills50 team up to host Virginia Drive Live!, a long-standing event in Ivanhoe Village, taking place on Saturday, April 13, 2024. During Virginia Drive Live!, vendors are placed along Virginia Drive from Orange Avenue to Mills Avenue. Vendors consist of artists, retail, food, and music. Guests can purchase $5 wristbands at Ten10 Brewing and near The Yard at Ivanhoe, which allow access to specials at select locations throughout the event. The $5 donation goes back to our Main Street programs working to amplify our business districts. Learn more here!