Black history is Austin’s history. Here are some ways to participate in, learn, enjoy and educate yourself on Black History this month. Learn more about Austin’s Black-owned businesses and organizations that deserve our love and support year-round. Let’s dive into…
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January 2024 Safety Forum
On January 16, the Downtown Austin Alliance hosted its monthly virtual Safety Forum, where officials provided updates on safety, crime data and upcoming initiatives impacting downtown Austin. Download the presentation here. Austin Police Department Update At the forum, Austin Police…
Issues & Eggs: Meet the Chief Recap
On November 19, the Downtown Austin Alliance hosted “Issues & Eggs: Meet the Chief,” an installment of our ongoing breakfast series designed to foster dialogue on critical local issues. This event featured new Austin police Chief Lisa Davis, who shared…
2024 DASA Artist Residents Announced
We are thrilled to announce that the Downtown Austin Space Activation (DASA) Artist Residency Program, presented by the Downtown Austin Alliance Foundation in partnership with Tribeza, has selected its first residents! This exciting initiative aims to breathe new life into…
New Businesses in Downtown Austin 2024
Downtown Austin has been buzzing with excitement as new businesses open their doors, infusing our community with fresh energy and innovative ideas. From trendy restaurants and unique bars to new universities and lively hotels, the downtown scene is brimming with…
Downtown Austin Pride 2024
Happy Pride Month! Be who you are and celebrate in downtown Austin with our insider guide for Austin’s 2024 Pride scene with the events and businesses supporting the LGBTQ+ community. Gather the girls, guys, gays and theys to celebrate, support…
The Opportunity of a Lifetime: I-35
Our community has the opportunity of a lifetime to transform Austin by turning one of the city’s biggest community barriers into a generational asset that improves transportation and creates community, public and green spaces where the highway stands now. When…
Issues & Eggs: Creative Solutions to Attainable Housing
On April 25, the Downtown Austin Alliance hosted “Building Futures–Creative Solutions to Attainable Housing,” an Issues & Eggs panel discussion focused on exploring attainable housing barriers and opportunities in Austin. With housing being a top issue in Austin, the panel…
Black History Month 2024
Black history is Austin’s history. Here are some ways to participate in, learn, enjoy and educate yourself on Black History this month. Learn more about Austin’s Black-owned businesses and organizations that deserve our love and support year-round. Let’s dive into…
New Year’s Eve: Ringing in 2024
It’s the most wonderful time of the year. Get ready to celebrate the end of 2023 and the beginning of a new era with some of the fantastic-looking New Year’s Eve celebrations we found around downtown Austin. Send 2023 away…