DOP'S UPCOMING EVENTS
PICKLEBALL SURVEY
The Downtown Orlando Partnership is exploring the exciting possibility of bringing pickleball to downtown and we need your input! Whether you're a seasoned player or completely new to the sport, your perspective is crucial in shaping this potential addition to our business community. This brief survey will help us understand the level of interest, potential usage, and how pickleball could benefit businesses and employees. Your feedback will directly influence our planning and decision-making process. Take the survey below to enhance our downtown experience!
DOWNTOWN BUSINESS NEWS
2025 Bike to Work Day is TOMORROW
Join City of Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer for the 24th annual Bike to Work Day and pedal your way through downtown Orlando as we celebrate Florida Bike Month! This free event starts with check-in at 7am at Luminary Green Park, where Mayor Dyer will kick off the group ride at 8am and end at Orlando City Hall. A limited number of e-bikes will also be available for those who want to participate but do not own a bike.
Lunch & Learn: Curating Orlando Collected
The History Center has garnered a reputation for creating award-winning exhibitions, and their upcoming offering, Orlando Collected, is sure to be no exception. Curator of exhibitions, Katie Kelley, gives a behind-the-scenes look at this special exhibition, which marks Orlando’s 150th Anniversary by featuring 150 of the most fascinating and rarely seen items from their collection. Tickets are $12 for History Center Members with lunch or $17 for the general public with lunch. Tickets must be ordered before 9am on Thursday, April 3, 2025 to include lunch. Register here today!
United Arts Launches New Hub for Finding Local Artists!
United Arts of Central Florida just revealed a new platform for artists to showcase their skills and offerings in an effort to be hired by local organizations, businesses, and private events. Local creatives are able to sign onto the new Artist Hub to create a free profile and select events industries including Workshop Facilitators, Music, Dance, Visual Arts, Literary Arts, and Circus Arts. With the new platform, finding a local artist has never been easier! Click here to register for a free account or to find a local creative.
Queen of the Highwaymen: A Retrospective Exhibition of Mary Ann Carroll
The City of Orlando presents Mary Ann Carroll: Queen of the Highway, a retrospective exhibition celebrating the life and work of Mary Ann Carroll (b. 1940–d. 2019), the only female artist in Florida's renowned Highwaymen group. The Highwaymen, a collective of 26 African American artists, created and sold vibrant landscape paintings, overcoming racial and economic barriers to gain recognition. This exhibition, at Orlando City Hall’s Terrace Gallery, is the first solo show dedicated to Carroll’s extraordinary work and a public viewing will be available on Friday, April 4, 2025 from 6-8pm. Click here to learn more about Mary Ann Carroll's legacy.
DTO EVENTS
Aloft Orlando's First Annual Margarita Festival!
Don't miss Aloft Orlando Downtown's First Annual Margarita Festival TOMORROW, March 28, 2025 from 4pm-12am. Unwind from the week with margaritas, delicious offerings from their WXYZ Bar, and live entertainment by Christina Vukel! This event is open for all to attend, no registration required.
Women in the Arts Expo-Celebrating the Genius of Women
Engage with the professional fine arts community of Central Florida at the Orlando Public Library's Women in the Arts Expo on Saturday, March 29, 2025 from 2-4pm at the Orlando Public Library. Guests can expect networking opportunities and a panel Q&A of experts addressing the "how" of advancing in the fine arts. Be a part of cultivating inclusivity and equity for women artists! Click here to register for free!
Celebrate 321 to 407 Day
Show some love to downtown Orlando's businesses and restaurants that make our city special by shopping local! Visit Orlando invites you redeem a free online passport that features exclusive coupons, deals, and promotions! Also, enjoy $4.07 off Discover Downtown's popular 407 shirts and ball caps from March 31 - April 7 both in-store and online with the code: 407DAY.
Kaleidoscope 360° & Luminary Market
Enjoy a free movie and local market in Creative Village's Luminary Green Park on Wednesday, April 02, 2025 from 5:30pm to 9:00pm. On the first Wednesday of each month, Luminary Green Park features an evening of community, shopping, and cinema at Kaleidoscope 360° & Luminary Market! Explore 20-25 unique vendors featuring local favorites and curated goods, supporting Creative Village’s vibrant community. April will feature the movie Finding Nemo and the full movie schedule can be found here.
DOWNTOWN VOICES
The Downtown Orlando Partnership and the Downtown Development Board partnered with Parramore District to highlight its historic buildings, signature restaurants, and community impact in the latest additions to our social media series, "Downtown Voices." Hear from Kenneth Hughes, Executive Director of the Parramore District, in our first video as he discusses the district’s mission of historic preservation and its dedication to promoting meaningful community engagement. Then learn about local spots including Nikki’s Place, J Henry’s Barber Shop, and Sister Soul Food; which are only a quick Ride DTO away. Learn more by clicking below!
WE'RE HIRING!
Member Relations Manager
The Downtown Orlando Partnership is currently seeking a Member Relations Manager, responsible for the growth and retention of our membership base. This role involves cultivating relationships with existing members, recruiting new members, and ensuring member satisfaction through our programs and services. The ideal candidate is a highly motivated, results-oriented individual with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, a passion for downtown Orlando, and a proven track record in membership management or sales. Click the button below to learn more and apply.
DOP MEMBERSHIP UPDATE
To ensure we can continue providing the high-quality services and ever-improving member experience you've come to expect, we will be implementing a modest fee increase, effective April 1, 2025 for new members. All existing membership rates will remain the same until 2026. This change will yield enhanced membership benefits and opportunities. Thank you for your continued partnership. We look forward to a successful 2025 and beyond!