Celebrating a Milestone: The Main Street Promise Groundbreaking Event On Friday, December 6, our community gathered at the Kiggins Block, 1011 Main Street, for a momentous occasion—the groundbreaking celebration for the Main Street Promise project. This event marked the official start of a transformative journey to revitalize and enhance our downtown area. A Vision Taking Shape The Main Street Promise project, made possible through collaborative efforts and careful planning, aims to create a more vibrant and welcoming downtown for residents, businesses, and visitors alike. With the recent

Have you ever wondered what future generations will think of the world we live in today? What artifacts, mementos, or treasures will help them understand the essence of our time and community? Now is your chance to play a part in preserving a piece of our story for those who will come after us. We’re thrilled to announce the Main Street Promise Time Capsule — a project aimed at capturing the spirit of our community to be unearthed a century from now. This unique opportunity

  Director Mike Fong Visits Downtown Vancouver to Connect with Small Business Owners We were thrilled to have Washington State Commerce Director, Mike Fong, visit downtown Vancouver today to meet with local small business owners and learn more about the vibrant businesses that make up our community. His visit was a fantastic opportunity for our small business community to connect with state leadership and discuss the challenges and opportunities they face in today’s ever-changing marketplace. A Day of Connecting with Local Businesses Director Fong’s visit took him to

From groundbreaking to ribbon cutting, the new ZoomInfo headquarters, developed by LPCWest in partnership with the Port of Vancouver USA is officially complete! Located at 330-360 Columbia Street, Vancouver, WA. This $530 million development spans two full city blocks and offers nearly 1.7 million sq ft of mixed-use space, supporting 4,000 new jobs right here in downtown. We invite you to visit the stunning public space at the heart of the building—open to all—with breathtaking views of the Columbia River, Waterfront, and Downtown. Vancouver, Washington City Government #dtvanwa  

VDA is thrilled to unveil the Main Street Promise Block Captain Program, in collaboration with the City of Vancouver! Our dedicated Block Captains will serve as volunteer ambassadors for the Main Street Promise project, ensuring that residents, business/property owners, and visitors are well-informed and engaged. They'll be sharing the latest project updates and gathering valuable feedback from their respective blocks. Last week, our Block Captains met for the first time at Short N’ Sweet, identifying tactics to best communicate with their block to ensure timely delivery

The heart of downtown Vancouver, Washington welcomed a special guest today – Secretary Pete Buttigieg! Mayor Anne McEnerny-Ogle, Governor Jay Inslee, Governor Tina Kotek, City Manager Eric Holmes, and our partners including WSDOT, Interstate Bridge Replacement Program, OregonDot, C-TRAN, Port of Vancouver USA, and Vancouver's Downtown Association joined hands in extending a warm welcome to Secretary Pete.  The highlight of the day? A tour of the iconic I-5 Bridge, offering insights into our transportation infrastructure and future developments. Secretary Pete also explored our vibrant downtown core and the Vancouver waterfront, soaking in the beauty of

Exciting News!  New Seasons Market is now officially OPEN! ⁣ Located at 16th & Main directly across from Clark County Historical Museum. After decades in the making, we're thrilled to announce the grand opening of our new grocery store that bridges the gap between downtown and uptown. This marks a significant step towards improving the quality of life for our community and creating a healthier, more robust residential center. THE COLUMBIAN—Vancouver’s Downtown Association also believes the soon-to-open grocery store will be a boon for the area, improving

VDA unveiled Volunteer Corner, an awe-inspiring 7-ft metal sculpture and a charming miniature public plaza, right at the heart of Vancouver - at the intersection of E Evergreen & Broadway. This remarkable project is a tribute to the boundless spirit of volunteerism that pulses through our city. It's a celebration of the profound impact of Vancouver's Downtown Association (VDA) and City of Vancouver volunteer networks. The new public plaza is more than just a beautiful addition to our cityscape; it's a place to pause, reflect, and

August 4-6 | Free and open to all ages, the Vancouver Arts & Music Festival invites you to enjoy three days of world-class music, art, dance, food and fun! Stages, pop-up galleries, family activities and food vendors will be available throughout downtown Vancouver and Esther Short Park. LEARN MORE: https://www.vancouverartsandmusicfestival.com SCHEDULE: https://vdausa.org/wp-content/uploads/363804793_761878042605876_8243029960930742850_n.pdf