DOP'S UPCOMING EVENTS
First Friday Coffee | Eola View | 11/1/24 | NEXT WEEK!
Third Thursday Happy Hour | Residence Inn Orlando Downtown | 11/21/24
Golf Scramble | Dubsdread Golf Course | 12/6/24
ConnectDTO 2025 | Downtown Orlando | January - June 2025 | REGISTER TODAY!
DOP'S 2024 GOLF SCRAMBLE
The Downtown Orlando Partnership's Golf Scramble is a fun-filled day that includes 18-hole tournament with downtown's business leaders, breakfast, exciting raffle prizes, and a luncheon awards ceremony! This year's Golf Scramble is set to take place at the historic Dubsdread Golf Course on Friday, December 6, 2024 from 7am-1pm. Learn more and register here!
DOWNTOWN BUSINESS NEWS
Little Donates Their New Children's Book Across Orlando
In celebration of the 60th Anniversary of Little and World Architecture Day, the firm donated copies of their new suatainability-focused
DTOLive Business Focus Group
The City of Orlando's Downtown Development Board and United Arts of Central Florida invite you to a special information session to share your feedback on DTOLive at Discover Downtown on November 14 from 4-6pm. DTOLive is a vibrant initiative launched on June 20, 2024, with the goal to boost pedestrian traffic during the work week while supporting local artists and businesses. After more than 120 days of DTOLive, they would love to hear how this initiative has impacted your business or workplace. Complimentary validation will be available at City Commons Garage (460 Boone Ave. Orlando, FL 32801). RSVP here!
Support the Historical Society of Central Florida
The Orange County Regional History Center is seeking donations to support their mission of preserving and sharing Central Florida's history. To showcase the importance of their work, the History Center has created a 2025 calendar featuring stunning images from the Esquire Photographers collection, offering a glimpse into the region's past. For a donation of $30 or more, you will receive a full-color 2025 calendar as a token of appreciation, serving as a reminder of the History Center's valuable work and the bright future it envisions for Central Florida's heritage. Make your donation here today!
DTO EVENTS
Opera Orlando's Macbeth
The premiere of Macbeth by Opera Orlando is tomorrow night! Experience Shakespeare's timeless tale of ruthless desire at the Dr. Phillips Center on Friday, October 25, at 7:30pm or Sunday, October 27 at 2pm. This all-new production will include music by the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra, and will be sung in Italian with English and Spanish supertitles. Purchase your tickets today!
Eolaween
Looking for a spooktacular evening of family-friendly fun? Join Downtown Orlando for Eolaween on Saturday, October 26, from 4-7:30pm at Lake Eola's East Lawn by the Eola House! The evening promises a bewitching time with a lineup of exciting activities, including games, a DJ, a craft station to awaken your artistic spirit, a dog costume contest, and trick-or-treating. Also, don't miss the Halloween movie feature, "Hocus Pocus," at 7:30pm. Click here to learn more!
Solar Bears vs. Ghost Pirates
Experience the chilling excitement of Solar Bears hockey live at Kia Center! Don't miss their opening game as they take on the Savannah Ghost Pirates this Saturday, October 26, at 7pm. Also, starting today, the Kia Center will now be featuring even MORE of your favorite local restaurants including DOP member Pattie Lou's Donuts! Get your tickets here!
FORDify the Arts Courtyard Grand Opening
They Downtown Arts District and FORDify the Arts are proud to host the opening event for the FORDify the Arts Courtyard Project on Saturday, December 14, 2024, from 4-7pm at the historic Rogers Kiene Building. This exciting outdoor venue will breathe new life into the city's entertainment and arts scene while incorporating elements from Church Street Station's historic design. Be a part of the courtyard's renovation by sponsoring or buying a brick HERE!
CFHLA Hospitality Gala
Join the Central Florida Hotel & Lodging Association for the 2024 CFHLA Hospitality Gala, presented by Orlando Health, on December 14th at Sapphire Falls Resort. The evening will include a cocktail reception, dinner with live entertainment, recognition of the Members of the Year and 2024 CFHLA Legends, and the presentation of the Charles Andrews Memorial Award for Community Leadership. Tickets include all food and beverages (excluding alcohol) and all guests must be 21 or older to attend. To learn more and register, click here!
DOP'S CONNECTDTO 2025
Presented by Orlando Credit Union
Now in its eighth year, DOP's ConnectDTO, presented by Orlando Credit Union, transforms engaged urban leaders into community champions through in-depth experiences with a close network of new personal and professional relationships built to last. Class members participate in educational sessions, tours, and small group setting conversations with city leaders. Session topics include Arts & Culture, Downtown Real Estate & Development, Lodging & Hospitality, Quality of Life, Sports & Entertainment, Technology & Innovation, and more!
ConnectDTO participants are Orlando area business professionals who are established or emerging leaders in their companies or organizations. The goal for each class member is to garner strategic insights into commerce, community, culture and catalystic movements happening in Downtown Orlando. Class size is limited, so apply here today!