Downtown Development Authorities
The Dearborn Downtown Development Authorities (DDA) further the vision for Dearborn as set forth in the Dearborn Master Plan and Branding Dearborn initiative.
About Us
The East Dearborn Downtown Development Authority (EDDDA) and West Dearborn Downtown Development Authority (WDDDA) work together with key stakeholders to create a vibrant Downtown Dearborn experience for all.
What’s New
Keep up with the latest developments in Downtown Dearborn.
Resources
Get guidance for startups and business growth as well as loans, grants and tax incentives.
Downtown businesses open late in Ramadan
Events
Follow the trail of participating businesses to save big with discounts and special offers, and check in to win fun Downtown Dearborn merchandise along the way!
Shop Small Mobile Passport
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Follow the trail of participating businesses to save big with discounts and special offers, and check in to win fun Downtown Dearborn merchandise along the way!
Do Business in Dearborn
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Dearborn is a magnet for people who want to do something different and make their ideas happen. From automobiles and fashion to health care, education and culture, Dearborn is a place where new ideas go from the drawing board to the real world and catch on from there.
The DDDA Story
DDDA
Guided by five key transformational strategies, the Dearborn Downtown Development Authorities collaborate to create a vibrant Downtown Dearborn experience for visitors, businesses and residents. Find out more about who we are, what we do, how we support economic growth, and how you can be a part of it!
Live in Dearborn
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Dearborn offers no shortage of ways to live richly — from homes for any size budget, world-class museums and an array of cultural offerings to green, scenic spaces where you can bike, hike and kayak, from charming historic neighborhoods to a civic center filled with top-notch amenities. Find your happy place here!
Winter Wow is Happening Now
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Experience the WOW factor and enjoy the wintertime in Downtown Dearborn with unique retail, superior service, tempting treats and delicious eats, it’s the place to be for winter wonder and festive fun!