Economic Report Quantifying the state of downtown

Don’t miss our 2026 Economic Report, presented by Mortenson, full of data and trends from a busy year in the city center: downtownseattle.org/programs-ser...
#SOD2026

DSA President & CEO Jon Scholes: “We don’t need more business taxes in Seattle, we need more businesses in Seattle paying taxes.”

Our keynote speaker, @dkthomp.bsky.social, speaks to a full house at #SOD2026.

“Downtown Seattle is coming back.” — @mayorofseattle.bsky.social

We’re off at our annual State of Downtown at the Convention Center. #SOD2026

A Friendly Reminder for Scooter Riders in Downtown Seattle YouTube video by Downtown Seattle Association

A friendly reminder for scooter riders in downtown Seattle. We love Lime scooters, they're a great way to get around downtown. Just listen to the advice of DSA/MID ambassadors Ryan and Vincent. youtu.be/BiaOLV96jl4?...

Happy National Coffee Day to all who celebrate. But in downtown Seattle? It’s just another Monday. With more than 80 coffee shops downtown, we’re always brewing.

Turn the volume up 🔊⬆️ for sights and sounds of downtown Seattle ...

The new Waterfront Park's grand opening celebration is just eight days away. Take a tour with us through downtown's reimagined front porch - it's incredible. Head to @waterfrontparksea.bsky.social for Sept. 6 celebration details. #SeattleWaterfront #SeattleParks #DowntownSeattle

Cool shot, Leslie.
That skyline has changed a bit in the last 20 years!

Downtown Ambassadors Mic'd Up: April YouTube video by Downtown Seattle Association

Meet April, one of our Community Safety & Hospitality Ambassadors. We mic'd her up and followed her around to watch how her team ensures downtown is welcoming for all. She's terrific.
youtu.be/FqDlRygxXs8?...

Transforming Downtown Seattle: Cannonball Arts YouTube video by Downtown Seattle Association

Checked out Cannonball Arts yet?
It's a wild ride at the former site of Bed Bath & Beyond along Third Avenue - 66,000 square feet of creativity -> youtu.be/PD6um-hlwYE?...

Person with chair and tables

Great to catch up with @geisers.bsky.social and hear how he helps the activate @downtownseattle.bsky.social public spaces. The 1st and Pike pedestrian block is getting a lot more use now thanks to their efforts! Movable chairs are one example of making a welcoming pedestrian street

Worker foot traffic rises in Seattle after Amazon’s RTO shift, but wider office vacancies spark concern (GeekWire Photo / Kurt Schlosser) More than half a year after Amazon called its corporate and tech workforce back to the office five days a week, overall

The latest on our Downtown Revitalization Dashboard from @geekwire.com -> www.geekwire.com/2025/worker-...

Then and now along downtown Seattle's central waterfront. With the grand opening of Waterfront Park one month away, take a look at the transformation of the area through the years.

Downtown Seattle's comeback picks up pace Foot traffic, apartment leases and hotel stays are approaching or passing pre-pandemic levels, data shows.

"The energy feels familiar, like what summers in downtown Seattle are supposed to feel like." - DSA President & CEO Jon Scholes in @axios.com -> www.axios.com/local/seattl...

Jules Sauer: 2025 Lee Townsend Ambassador of the Year YouTube video by Downtown Seattle Association

Here's a little piece about Jules, our 2025 Lee Townsend Ambassador of the Year. She's terrific. youtu.be/EctdtON7Qs4?...

Huge congrats to Jules, the 2024-25 Lee Townsend MID Ambassador of the Year! 🏆

Looking forward to celebrating the past year of programming, our ambassadors and all of our members and ratepayers. A little bit of business and a whole lot of fun are still to come.

We're live at the 67th DSA/MID Annual Meeting & Party! 🎉

The kiosks will help guide visitors to our city, highlight community events, and showcase local businesses which will be great for hosting the World Cup. Emergency buttons and free wifi will provide additional community benefits. Plus, they will provide revenue for streetscape improvements! 2/2

Council President Sara Nelson Speaking next to a digital kiosk showing bus information on the screen.

Thank you to SDOT, @downtownseattle.bsky.social, Visit Seattle, members of the BIAs, and other supporters for joining us in committee today as we advance a bill to allow interactive kiosks in Downtown and our BIAs. 1/2

Mayor signs legislation to fill vacant storefronts, extend housing permits YouTube video by Seattle Channel

Today @mayorofseattle.bsky.social joined Councilmember Solomon & business leaders to sign legislation to help fill vacant storefronts & stimulate housing development in support of the Downtown Activation Plan. youtu.be/Xfi8KFgXT9Q

@seattlecouncil.bsky.social @downtownseattle.bsky.social

DSA unveils revamped First & Pike public space at iconic intersection: downtownseattle.org/2025/04/dsa-...

Economic Report Quantifying the state of downtown

Key metrics and storylines regarding downtown Seattle's continued revitalization -> the 2025 State of Downtown Economic Report: downtownseattle.org/programs-ser...

Special guest WA Gov. Bob Ferguson has stopped by to share his thoughts on the state of downtown. #SOD2025 #DowntownSeattle

“I’ve been in your city for 24 hours and I can say you have a lot to proud of.” — Marc Dunkelman.
#SOD2025 #DowntownSeattle

“Downtown Seattle is everybody’s neighborhood. What matters here matters to the rest of the city.” — DSA President & CEO Jon Scholes.

#SOD2025 #DowntownSeattle

With DSA’s leadership, we will have a phenomenal 2025. Let’s work harder together this year.” — Mayor Bruce Harrell.

#SOD2025 #DowntownSeattle