About Discovering Downtowns:
Following the success of previous Discovering Downtowns trips, the Downtown San Diego Partnership is continuing its commitment to fostering a vibrant and economically thriving urban core with Discovering Downtowns – Seattle 2026. During this working trip, participants will tour catalytic projects shaping Downtown Seattle, hear from civic and industry leaders on emerging urban trends and best practices, participate in networking receptions and group discussions, and strengthen relationships with peer downtown organizations facing similar opportunities and challenges.
Why Downtown Seattle?
As Downtown San Diego continues to advance transformational projects and public realm investments, Seattle offers a compelling opportunity to explore how another major West Coast city is addressing many of the same urban dynamics. Delegates will experience firsthand how Seattle is approaching public space activation, waterfront redevelopment, the Downtown sports economy, economic growth, and cultural arts priorities while engaging with leaders shaping the future of one of the country’s most innovative urban centers.
Trip Details:
- Tickets include all transportation, meals, and experiences. Tickets do not include airfare or hotel costs.
- Each participant is responsible for booking their own hotel stay and air travel to and from Seattle.
- In an effort to provide an intimate learning environment during panels and tours, registration is limited and will sell out.
- Invoices must be requested no later than September 18, 2026, and paid in full prior to the trip. After September 18, 2026 payments must be made via credit card.
