International Downtown Association

International Downtown Association You’re in a tough, demanding profession. Urban place management is our focus and our passion. Learn about joining IDA by visiting downtown.org/member-benefits/

IDA empowers place management leaders with knowledge, research and public policies for creating prosperous city centers, commercial neighborhoods and livable urban places for all. Expectations of place management professionals have never been higher as the unique challenges of the past year have underscored. IDA is the only international organization that represents urban place managers who bridge

the gap between public, private and community needs on a global scale, and brings together small, medium and large-sized organizations to share best practices, collaborate on research and advocate proven strategies. IDA is the primary resource for information regarding current issues affecting downtowns around the world. With well over 3,500 practitioners in the IDA network, you will always know where to turn for information and inspiration.

Which U.S. cities are actually getting "transit-oriented development" built? From zoning overhauls to parking reforms, h...
06/19/2026

Which U.S. cities are actually getting "transit-oriented development" built? From zoning overhauls to parking reforms, here is how the top-performing regions are successfully pairing new housing with public transit: https://ow.ly/heMP50Zbllo

The IDA office is closed today, Friday, June 19 in observance of the Juneteenth U.S. holiday.
06/19/2026

The IDA office is closed today, Friday, June 19 in observance of the Juneteenth U.S. holiday.

It may be summer, but it's never too early to start planning for the holiday season! Join IDA for our annual "Advancing ...
06/18/2026

It may be summer, but it's never too early to start planning for the holiday season! Join IDA for our annual "Advancing Places: Holiday & Winter Activation" webinar. We’re bringing Boston, MA and Dartmouth, NS to share innovative strategies to transform your district into a festive winter destination that boosts local businesses and drives economic impact. Don't wait until the temperature drops... secure your spot today and get ahead of your winter event planning! Register here: https://ow.ly/ZXaO50ZblgP

IDA is looking for members to share their time, talent and expertise as subject matter experts across our professional p...
06/17/2026

IDA is looking for members to share their time, talent and expertise as subject matter experts across our professional practice areas. SMEs help shape education programs, provide insight to policymakers and media & contribute to certification. Learn more: https://downtown.org/applications

Thank you to our members at Downtown Fort Wayne for bringing insights and energy to the community! Ready to see what the...
06/16/2026

Thank you to our members at Downtown Fort Wayne for bringing insights and energy to the community! Ready to see what they learned at IDA Place Matters in Madison? Check out their recap of key takeaways and actionable strategies 🔗 https://downtownfortwayne.com/ida-2026/

This May, members of our team traveled to Madison, Wisconsin for the International Downtown Association (IDA)'s Place Matters conference—and came back energized, challenged, and full of ideas. Here are our big takeaways!

The countdown is on! 🕒   early registration deadline is fast approaching so secure your spot today to connect with inspi...
06/15/2026

The countdown is on! 🕒 early registration deadline is fast approaching so secure your spot today to connect with inspired leaders from across the globe and shape the future of urban centers! Lock in the early rate before June 17: https://ow.ly/HbtO50Zbl5C

As the World Cup approaches, host cities are caught in the middle of a major debate over temporary tourism spikes vs. lo...
06/15/2026

As the World Cup approaches, host cities are caught in the middle of a major debate over temporary tourism spikes vs. long-term housing affordability. Full story:

As the World Cup arrives in 11 cities across America, Airbnb is spending millions lobbying to loosen short-term rental regulations. Here's how cities are responding.

Word on the (London, Ontario) street is: "Looking forward to September and feeling the positive energy that our IDA coll...
06/13/2026

Word on the (London, Ontario) street is: "Looking forward to September and feeling the positive energy that our IDA colleagues bring to the table like no others. It affirms the importance of the work and our commitment to doing it well in an ever-changing environment." –Kathy M.(Downtown London) Let us know in the comments why you're planning to attend

IDA is looking for members to share their time, talent and expertise as subject matter experts across our professional p...
06/12/2026

IDA is looking for members to share their time, talent and expertise as subject matter experts across our professional practice areas. SMEs help shape education programs, provide insight to policymakers and media, support peers and contribute to LPM certification. Ready to get involved? Learn more and apply here: https://downtown.org/applications

It's not too late to register for  Advancing Places: Data‑Driven Storytelling, a webinar exploring how downtown organiza...
06/11/2026

It's not too late to register for Advancing Places: Data‑Driven Storytelling, a webinar exploring how downtown organizations can translate complex data into compelling narratives that build trust, strengthen partnerships and drive community impact. Tomorrow @ 12:00 PM ET - Free for IDA members: https://ow.ly/WhQr50YPaCJ

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