Areas of Focus
Our areas of focus include marketing Downtown as a cultural, residential and business destination, real estate development tracking, business retention and recruitment, research and data collection, transportation advocacy, residential outreach, safety and community outreach, capital improvement projects, and event planning.
Downtown Baltimore has the fastest-growing residential population in Baltimore.
Economic and Business Development
Business Attraction and Retention
We do the legwork to help prospective companies and organizations navigate starting business and growth in Downtown neighborhoods.
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Research and Data Collection
We compile and publish data on important sectors of Downtown’s economy, including key movements in retail, tourism, and both commercial and residential real estate.
Reports and Resources
Real Estate Development and Planning
We collaborate with City agencies, private, and public partners to maintain an inventory database and a pipeline of future projects helps us ensure smart residential and commercial growth.
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Membership
Membership with DPOB offers exclusive marketing opportunities and direct access to our talented team who can provide in-depth analysis of market trends, and make introductions to key-players in business and government.
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Our Economic and Business Development teams serve as resources for businesses looking to move, grow or expand in Downtown.
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“Baltimore has unique dining experiences that leave a lasting impression..."
“Besides the food, there’s plenty of things to do from Mt. Vernon to Fells Point.”
— Source: Leroy M., Downtown Resident
Downtown neighborhoods, and Charles Center in particular, have the fastest-growing residential population in Baltimore. Currently, over 42,000 people call Downtown Baltimore home. This is why Downtown Partnership continues to expand its resident advocacy and outreach work.
Marketing & Advocacy
Events & Activations
From B2B networking events, to dog-friendly happy hours, and iconic Baltimore events like Monument Lighting and Baltimore Restaurant Week. We love hosting a good event!
Events
Highlighting Businesses & Attractions
Let Downtown Partnership be your go-to resource for attraction recommendations, and the latest Downtown dining and retail news.
Explore Culture
Bromo Arts District
We operate the Bromo Arts & Entertainment District out of our offices and do whatever we can to support and advocate for artists and arts organizations in Baltimore.
Explore Bromo
Residential Outreach
We work closely with Downtown residents and property managers to help bring programming and necessary resources to Baltimore.
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DPOB is your go-to resource for everything happening in Downtown Baltimore
Upcoming Events
Don't have lunch at your desk! Pratt Street Market, presented by PNC Bank returns to Pratt & Light Streets every Thursday, May-September, 2024.
August 1 @ 11:00 am More Info
Don't have lunch at your desk! Pratt Street Market, presented by PNC Bank returns to Pratt & Light Streets every Thursday, May-September, 2024.
August 8 @ 11:00 am More Info
A series of six all-day festivals that serve as a platform for Baltimore’s all-star artists, makers, and creatives to showcase our diverse and creative community to the world!
August 10 @ 8:00 am More Info
Don't have lunch at your desk! Pratt Street Market, presented by PNC Bank returns to Pratt & Light Streets every Thursday, May-September, 2024.
August 15 @ 11:00 am More Info
Don't have lunch at your desk! Pratt Street Market, presented by PNC Bank returns to Pratt & Light Streets every Thursday, May-September, 2024.
August 22 @ 11:00 am More Info
Sponsored by Guilford Hall Brewery, enjoy a free outdoor concert in Hopkins Plaza with summertime sounds from The Vibe, drinks from Chase It Bartenders, and complimentary beer from Guilford Hall while supplies last.
August 23 @ 5:00 pm More Info
