Posts by madi@doporlando.com

DOP’S THIRD THURSDAY Let Us Know You’re Coming! DOWNTOWN BUZZVisit Orlando’s CEO Thinks 2023 Could Be History-MakingAs a part of the Business Minds Podcast, Orlando Business Journal Editor Sean McCrory recently spoke with Casandra Matej, president and CEO of Visit Orlando and DOP Board Member. The audio series features candid conversations with top business leaders from Orlando, South Florida, Tampa…

DOWNTOWN BUZZNew City of Orlando Tennis Centre and Public Park are Now Open!The Packing District just opened a new public park and tennis center yesterday, May 31st. A community picnic will be held to celebrate the opening on Saturday, June 3, from 10am-12:30pm. Named The Grove, the public park is located on the corner of Princeton Street and John Young…

  DOP’S FIRST FRIDAY COFFEE – JUNE 2 Register for Free Here! DOWNTOWN BUZZ State of the City Yesterday, City of Orlando’s Mayor Buddy Dyer delivered the 2023 State of the City Address at Harriett’s Orlando Ballet Centre. In his speech, Mayor Dyer highlighted the many accomplishments of The City Beautiful, including being the best…

DOP’S FIRST FRIDAY COFFEE Register for Free Here! DOWNTOWN BUZZFree Parking in Downtown OrlandoThe City of Orlando’s Downtown Development Board launched Park DTO, a new program that provides free parking and complimentary valet when visiting participating restaurants in downtown Orlando. The program provides convenient and greater access to all of the amenities in the downtown core, like exploring the…

UPCOMING DOP EVENTS DOWNTOWN BUZZ Sampaguita Grand Opening In recognition of Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Month, Sampaguita Ice Cream’s Grand Opening is in full-force this week! Join the celebration of the AAPI community’s rich cultural heritage by embarking on a delightful journey through flavors inspired by the Filipino – American experience. The official Grand Opening will…