Request for Proposals for Project Management Chinatown Downtown Revitalization Initiative(s)

Updates (August 13, 2025): Virtual interviews with the shortlist proposers are scheduled for the week of Aug. 18th, 2025. A designated web page for DRI Building Upgrade Fund and Light Up Chinatown will be created soon. Meanwhile, please use this google form to let us know your thoughts, your questions, your passion, and your honest […]

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SBA Business Opportunity Workshop

Join Cathay Bank and Chinatown B.I.D. to learn about opportunities that can empower your business. The workshop will be held at 49 Madison Street, Manhattan. We will start at 2pm. If you are interested in joining us, please scan the QR code in the flyer to RSVP.

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Community Wellness Day

On September 13th, 2025, Sara D. Roosevelt Park will be transformed into a vibrant hub of health and happiness during Community Wellness Day. Join us for a morning of free activities for all ages, featuring energetic dancing and soulful singing performances on our main stage. Take an active step towards your well-being with complimentary health […]

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9 Man 80 Years Chinatown Legacy Festival

On behalf of the Chinatown District Management Association, Inc. (aka Chinatown BID), we would like to extend our heartfelt congratulations and sincerely welcome everyone to the 80th North American Chinese International Volleyball Tournament and the 9 Man 80 Years Chinatown Legacy Festival . This milestone of 80 years of legacy is not only a celebration […]

Summer Refreshing Weekend – August 9, 2025

Join us for a fun Summer Refreshing Weekend on Saturday, August 9, 2025, at Forsyth & Division Streets in Chinatown! From 12 PM to 3 PM, enjoy an afternoon of water activities, bouncy castles, adventure courses, exciting giveaways, and more! This kids-friendly event consists of water activities, bouncy castles, adventure courses, exciting giveaways, and many […]

Cooling Centers in Chinatown & Lower East Side

As summer temperatures rise, take a break and cool down at one of the cooling centers in Chinatown and the Lower East Side. These centers offer a safe, air-conditioned space for anyone in need of heat relief. Open to all – residents, workers, and visitors alike. Stay hydrated, stay safe, and stay cool this summer!

Honoring Mary Li Hsu

We are celebrating the extraordinary life of Mary Li Hsu, a Yale University graduate, longtime university staff member, and tireless advocate for Manhattan’s Chinatown community. Her legacy of service, intellect, faith and compassion will forever inspire and benefit those who knew or didn’t know her.

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The District

Vibrant colors. Vibrant flavors. Vibrant people. The “little city within the big city” has been a thriving and bustling community since the mid-1800s, with 80–year-old restaurants and open-air markets standing side-by-side with brand-new performance spaces and art galleries. Chinatown blends the old with the new—seamlessly mixing the trendiest restaurants, clubs, and brands with tried-and-true favorites like noodles, dim sum, and barbecue.

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From the Lunar New Year Parade to the Mid-Autumn Moon Festival, Chinatown is a tight-knit cultural hub that invites New Yorkers and visitors to share in a rich sense of living history, all year round. Grab some boba, buy a souvenir for a friend, sing some karaoke, and stay a while.