Help Keep Downtown Blooming: Support the Flower Basket Program
Every spring, Vancouver’s streets come alive with the vibrant colors of the Flower Basket Program. This beloved tradition transforms our downtown into a lush and welcoming destination for locals and visitors alike. From Main Street to the Waterfront to Uptown Village, hundreds of hanging flower baskets brighten the city and bring a sense of pride to our community. The Flower Basket Program
The Slocum House Lights Up Downtown Vancouver | Historic Landmark Gets a Brilliant Upgrade
The Slocum House, one of Vancouver's most cherished historic landmarks, just got a brilliant upgrade, literally! Thanks to a partnership between Vancouver's Downtown Association, Vancouver Farmers Market, Frontdoor Back, City of Vancouver, and Kaski Electric, this 19th-century gem glows with new life through a dynamic exterior lighting installation. Once the heart of a residential district in old Vancouver, the Slocum House is
Senator Murray Visits Main Street
Vancouver's Downtown Association welcomed U.S. Senator Patty Murray for a tour of the transformative Main Street Promise project. Her visit highlighted the importance of partnership, vision, and the significant impact of federal investment in our community. Thanks to Senator Murray's leadership and her efforts to secure funding through the American Rescue Plan Act, long-awaited reconstruction is finally underway. This investment is reshaping
Vancouver’s Downtown Association Earns National Accreditation from Main Street America!
We've got big news to share! Vancouver's Downtown Association is now an Accredited Main Street Program through Main Street America! This designation marks a major milestone in our journey to strengthen, preserve, and champion the heart of our city. Since 2005, VDA has been proudly affiliated with Main Street America through our "Designated" status with Washington Main Street. After years of dedication
Welcoming New Board Members to the Vancouver Downtown Association
The Vancouver Downtown Association (VDA) is thrilled to announce the newest additions to our Board of Directors! Please join us in giving a warm welcome to four dynamic leaders who bring a wealth of experience, creativity, and community spirit to the table: Erica Lindemann – Visit Vancouver USA Julie Rawls – Port of Vancouver Megan Arambul – Fieldwork Flowers Stephanie Clark
Community Innovation Lab: Reimagining Downtown Vancouver, WA
This week, Vancouver byUS, the minds behind VanTalks, hosted the Community Innovation Lab—a two-day collaborative event designed to spark bold ideas and innovative solutions for revitalizing downtown Vancouver, WA. Sponsored by the Vancouver Downtown Association, the event brought together creatives, dreamers, and visionaries to rethink how our downtown spaces can be more vibrant, engaging, and reflective of our unique community. A Movement
Coffee Corner: Engaging Our Community in the Main Street Promise
Since launching the Coffee Corner series, The Vancouver's Downtown Association and The City of Vancouver partnered with Nutter Corporation & MacKay Sposito hosted six successful events! Each gathering brings together business owners, property owners, and downtown stakeholders to connect with the Main Street Promise project team, ask questions, and stay updated on the latest developments. Building Connections Over Coffee Each Coffee Corner has taken
Supporting Local Businesses: The Bricks & Clicks Grant Program
Vancouver’s Downtown Association (VDA) is committed to fostering a thriving downtown community by supporting local businesses. Through the Bricks & Clicks Grant Program, we provide resources that help downtown merchants and property owners invest in facade improvements and e-commerce initiatives—essential tools for business retention and beautification. Congratulations to Our 2025 Grant Recipients! We are proud to recognize three outstanding businesses that have received
Main Street Promise Spotlight: Brewed Cafe & Pub
Brewed Cafe & Pub has been a staple in downtown Vancouver, Washington for over a decade. Since opening its doors in 2012, Brewed has offered the perfect blend of coffee, beer, and delicious bites in a welcoming atmosphere. Whether you're stopping by for a morning latte and breakfast sandwich or winding down with a cold brew and a laid-back lunch, Brewed
Irrelevant Beer & Goon Burger: The Perfect Pairing Arrives in Downtown Vancouver
Looking for a new lunch spot? We just found it! Irrelevant Beer has officially opened its doors at 17th and Main in Downtown Vancouver, bringing their craft brews together with the mouthwatering smashburgers of Goon Burger. A huge congratulations to the team behind this exciting new addition to our community! Irrelevant Beer, a microbrewery specializing in West Coast IPAs, Hazy IPAs, and