Author Archives: Central Atlanta Progress

By Megan Hodgkiss, Hodgkiss Consulting LLC How should leaders address growing challenges related to the city’s post-pandemic economy and culture? This is a key question that Dr. Tracy Hadden Loh addressed during her recent presentation to Central Atlanta Progress. The program, entitled “Five Ways Everyone Is Wrong About the Future of Downtowns (And What to […]

The Atlanta Downtown Improvement District (ADID) has named Marcus Mister as the new Vice President of Operations. Mister possesses an impressive and well-suited set of skills and experiences managing teams and operations. Most recently he completed a 12-year tenure with the Georgia Institute of Technology in multiple leadership roles involving projects, operations, and facilities management […]

For over thirty years, Dragon Con has drawn thousands of visitors to Downtown Atlanta on Labor Day weekend. Atlantans looking to kick off the festivities a little early can head to Doggy Con, a “pup-culture” celebration featuring dog-centric vendors, pet portraits, and a costume contest with drool-worthy prizes. Doggy Con takes place Saturday, August 26th […]

“It’s been three years since John passed, but here in Atlanta, his absence is still very much felt in the neighborhoods he loved.” Those were the words of A.J. Robinson, President of Central Atlanta Progress, at an intimate ceremony to remember Congressman John Lewis. A small group gathered at Lewis’ final resting place in South-View […]

This summer, Courtland Street and Martin Luther King Jr. Drive are being transformed to help keep pedestrians and bicyclists safe. Atlanta Downtown Improvement District (ADID) is leading the effort with support from ATLDOT and other local partners. The centerpieces of the two projects are an expanded sidewalk on Courtland Street and a protected bike lane […]

Next Monday marks the third year of Juneteenth’s recognition as a national holiday, but Atlantans are no strangers to this special day. This weekend, annual events return to Downtown Atlanta, and new ones—including a community movie night—kick off, giving residents and visitors several options of how they’d like to observe this important day in our […]

One of Downtown Atlanta’s favorite outdoor events is in full swing. Yoga in the Park happens every Saturday at 10:00 a.m. in Woodruff Park. The free community event, now in its third year, features a robust lineup including monthly sound baths and the new class “Fight & Flow,” a hybrid workout that combines yoga, mobility […]

“Without a doubt, a lot has changed in Downtown Atlanta over the past year.” Those were the words of A.J. Robinson, President of Central Atlanta Progress and the Atlanta Downtown Improvement District, speaking to the nonprofit’s members last week. In stark contrast to a year ago, Downtown’s streets on a typical weekday are alive with […]

A historic building in Downtown Atlanta recently got a new look both inside and out. Theatrical Outfit, located in the Balzer Theater at 84 Luckie Street NW, recently unveiled its renovated street façade and new lobby featuring a full bar and spacious seating area. The modern look for this Downtown mainstay marks a new chapter […]

It’s one of Atlanta’s most significant neighborhoods. And now, historic Sweet Auburn will be getting a new community event dedicated to honoring its rich history while envisioning its future. The inaugural SAGE Fest takes place Saturday, April 1st from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the John Lewis *HERO mural. The festival invites neighborhood residents […]

“The way we’re using our city center is changing,” states Central Atlanta Progress in their recently released annual report. “The future of Atlanta is Downtown.” With the title, “Leading Downtown’s Rediscovery, the interactive, digital report highlights the 2022 work of Central Atlanta Progress and the Atlanta Downtown Improvement District and includes exclusive data about economic […]

Think you know Downtown Atlanta? Think again.  Central Atlanta Progress and the Atlanta Downtown Improvement District invite everyone to rediscover Downtown at the Annual Meeting and Awards Celebration next Tuesday, February 14th at the Georgia Aquarium. Tickets are on sale now.  Over the course of 80+ years, CAP has worked behind the scenes, integrating ideas, […]

Arthur Blank, the Russell Innovation Center for Entrepreneurs, and Sally Flocks will be recognized for their contributions to Downtown Atlanta  Central Atlanta Progress (CAP) and the Atlanta Downtown Improvement District (ADID) will host their 2023 Annual Meeting & Awards Celebration at the Georgia Aquarium on February 14th.  A highlight of every CAP/ADID Annual Meeting for […]

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By Alex Ryan Bauer, Membership & Engagement Manager, Central Atlanta Progress / Atlanta Downtown Improvement District Downtown Atlanta is alight with creative energy. From public installations and education to performances and films, our burgeoning arts community is poised for its most high-profile year yet. And now, 18 artists and organizations will receive well-deserved funding to advance their […]

The Downtown Festival and Tour of Lofts will return this weekend after a ten-year hiatus. The free event takes place Saturday and Sunday at Underground Atlanta and will feature local live music, vendors, food and drinks, and a “kids zone.” Doors open at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, November 12th, and at noon on Sunday, November […]

By Gillam Campbell, Senior Research Manager, JLL Downtown Atlanta is a place with untapped potential that is built on the unique attributes of the past. In JLL’s new report, we dive into three distinct layers that truly make Downtown unique: authenticity, connectivity, and people. The authenticity layer is made up of historic and cultural buildings, […]

By Kevin Bacon, Director of Design for the Southeastern U.S., Toole Design Recently, MARTA announced the awarding of a $25 million RAISE grant for the Five Points station and publicly shared a first peek at concepts for its busiest transit station located in the heart of Downtown Atlanta. The additional funding, bringing the total project […]

By Alex Ryan Bauer, Membership & Engagement Manager, Central Atlanta Progress / Atlanta Downtown Improvement District Nestled between the car-centric streets of Downtown Atlanta, you’ll soon see the return of a popular pedestrian-oriented oasis. The Broad Street Boardwalk, which closed at the start of the pandemic, is set to reopen this month with a weekly […]

by Jim Hackler co-manager  Sitting on top of downtown’s Five Points MARTA station is one of the most diverse community gardens in the state. Most people, including the thousands of daily commuters, don’t even know it’s there. The Five Points Farm was established in 2016 thanks to a partnership between Central Atlanta Progress and the […]