City of Lincoln Park, Downtown Development Authority

03/02/2026

Crafters and Vendors wanted: Handmade and sale items, non-profit groups welcome.
Contact:
[email protected]
Phone 313-386-1800 Ext. 1225

02/23/2026

Now accepting applications for vendors, crafters and food trucks/sellers .Email [email protected] or contact any DDA board member for details.

02/09/2026

Businesses take note.

Email from Michigan Celebrates Small Business:

Subject: Share your big idea to win $10,000

Share your big idea for a chance to win $10,000!

Michigan Celebrates Small Business (MCSB) is launching the Michigan’s Next Big Idea – 2026 Pitch Competition, and we’re looking for innovative, high‑potential companies to take the stage at the MCSB Summit for a shot at $10,000 and statewide visibility.

Why Throw Your Hat in the Ring?

You’ll showcase your business at Michigan’s premier small‑business event—connecting with industry leaders, investors, and fellow founders—while competing for funding to accelerate your next phase of growth.

Who Should Apply?

Michigan‑based businesses with fewer than 500 employees that offer a unique product, service, or solution and are ready to scale.

What you’ll submit (about 30 minutes to complete):

A 2‑minute video pitch
A 1‑page business summary (PDF)
A financial snapshot (last 12 months)
A statement of impact (PDF)
A few focused questions about your innovation, market opportunity, financial readiness, scalability, and community impact

Applications close February 27. Five finalists will be announced on March 25 and those lucky businesses will make their pitch LIVE at the MCSB Summit on April 21 where a judging panel and the audience will help select our winner.

https://michigancelebrates.org/2026-pitch-competition/

If you’re building something remarkable in Michigan, we want to see it.

Questions? Just reply to this email—we’re happy to help. [email protected]

P.S. Know another Michigan founder who should pitch? Please forward this invite!

Gain exposure at Michigan’s premier small business event. Connect with leaders, investors, and entrepreneurs while competing to win $10,000.

02/07/2026

Chocolate Walk going on now!
Start at Ikaros Hall next to Park Restaurant.

02/06/2026

Chocolate, Chocolate, Chocolate! The DDA annual Chocolate Walk begins at noon tomorrow! Complete the Walk and return you registration form for a chance to win the raffle basket for your age group.
Kids age 12 and under
Adults 13 and up!
Cupid is looking forward to seeing you tomorrow, Noon-4:00pm
Register @ Iraros Hall (Next to park Restaurant 1677 Fort St!

01/29/2026

Cupid is flying around in Lincoln Park!
Below is a list of the preparing businesses in this year’s Chocolate Walk. Lots of Chocolate to collect and there will be an adult raffle basket and a child’s raffle basket (ages 12 and under), complete the entry form by visiting all the businesses and you’ll be entered to win the baskets.

01/24/2026

Two weeks from the Chocolate Walk!

Chocolate Walk is back! Save the date!
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01/14/2026

The City of Lincoln Park DDA has decided to create a new event. Everyone is welcome.
Vendors, crafters, food trucks are wanted.
Applications will be available soon
Email:
Tobinm.com

01/07/2026

01/06/2026

Chocolate Walk is back! Save the date!
😊🍫🍫🍫