DOWNTOWN BUSINESS NEWS
FIFA Club World Cup Ticket Offer: 50% Off + Kids Go Free!
The Greater Orlando Sports Commission, along with partners Inter&Co Stadium, Camping World Stadium, Visit Orlando, and Florida Citrus Sports, is excited to offer an exclusive ticket promotion for the FIFA Club World Cup 2025™. Fans can purchase one adult ticket at 50% off and receive up to two free tickets for children under 16. This offer is valid for select matches, including SL Benfica vs. Auckland City FC at Inter&Co Stadium on June 20 at 12:00 PM, and LAFC vs. CR Flamengo at Camping World Stadium on June 24 at 9:00 PM. Purchase tickets here and be part of the excitement this June!
OBJ’s 2025 Best Places to Work List Is Here
Orlando Business Journal has revealed the 2025 Best Places to Work in Central Florida, recognizing 80 companies with the highest employee satisfaction across five size categories. Employees were surveyed on communication, leadership, engagement, and more to determine the winners. The official rankings will be announced at the awards event on August 21.Congratulations to DOP members Addition Financial Credit Union, Fairwinds Credit Union, Finfrock, HKS Architects, Inc., HuntonBrady Architects PA, Orlando Magic, PCL Construction Services Inc., S.A. Casey Construction, Seacoast National Bank, Sunrise Bank, and Visit Orlando! Read the full list of nominees here.
Dr. Phillips Center 25/26 Season Subscriptions Now Open
Get ready for an unforgettable season at the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts! AdventHealth Broadway in Orlando 25/26 Season subscriptions are now open to the public. The lineup features eight captivating shows, including The Outsiders, Kimberly Akimbo, Hell’s Kitchen, Water for Elephants, The Notebook, and the Orlando premiere of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child. Subscribe now to secure your seats and enjoy exclusive perks all season long!
OUC Powers Up Largest Solar Project in Its History
OUC—The Reliable One, has launched the largest solar project in its 100-year history: the Harmony II and Storey Bend Solar Energy Centers. Spanning over 1,200 acres and featuring nearly 400,000 solar panels, the dual-site project more than doubles OUC’s solar generation capacity—now enough to power about 50,000 homes. Early subscribers to the project include AdventHealth and Comcast NBCUniversal through OUC’s SunChoice community solar program. Click here to read the full article.
DTO EVENTS
Annual Juneteenth Celebration with Mayor Demings
Mayor Demings and the Orange County Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Initiative invite the community to an annual Juneteenth Celebration on Thursday, June 19, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Barnett Park. Special guest JoJo O'Neal from STAR 94.5 will kick off the festivities and share how we can all move freedom forward by embracing empowerment through fitness, food, and family fun. Click here for more information.
Juneteenth Opening Celebration
Orange County Arts & Cultural Affairs presents “The Collection of Jordan Jones, also known as JJ the Artist,” sponsored by the Black History Committee of Orange County for this year’s Juneteenth Celebration. The exhibit features Jones’ acrylic realism, portraying athletes, musicians, and pop culture figures. Join the Juneteenth Opening Reception on Friday, June 20, 2025, at 5:30 p.m., with the exhibit on display through June 26 in the Atrium Gallery. RSVP today!
Sounds of Freedom Juneteenth Celebration
Celebrate Juneteenth at Sounds of Freedom, a free community concert presented by 26 Health, taking guests on a powerful musical journey through the decades. Held on Saturday, June 21 at 6 p.m. at New Covenant Baptist Church of Orlando, this special evening also honors the life and legacy of the late Senator Geraldine F. Thompson. Don’t miss this uplifting celebration of music, history, and community. Learn more about this event here.
Orange County Hurricane Expo
Orange County’s Hurricane Expo returns on Saturday, June 21, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Evans High School Gym. Connect one-on-one with emergency first responders, hear expert insights from meteorologist Amy Sweezey, and pick up free preparedness items while supplies last. Plus, explore booths and resources from a variety of local vendors focused on safety, preparedness, and community support. Click here to learn more.
DOWNTOWN VOICES
Juneteenth marks the day in 1865 when the last enslaved people in Galveston, Texas learned they were free — over two years after the Emancipation Proclamation. It is now recognized as a federal holiday, honoring Black freedom and resilience. Hear from Elizabeth Grace, President & CEO of the Central Florida Urban League, as she shares what Juneteenth truly means, and invites you to honor it through music, culture, and community at the 2025 Sounds of Freedom celebration.
