Downtown Ithaca is committed to making business safe for all.
As we embrace this uncertain time and daily changes in the world around us, we encourage everyone to embrace the safety steps we can all take to reduce the spread of COVID.
Shopping & Dining Services Available in Downtown Ithaca during the COVID-19 Outbreak
Lists last updated: June 16, 2020
Business Resources Site
The Downtown Ithaca Alliance has compiled resources and links to help businesses and property owners, find links and information about loan relief programs as well as updated guidelines for conducting business during COVID-19.
Add a bit of Downtown Ithaca to your Virtual Meetings
We've created some backgrounds for you to upload to your Zoom account and set as your virtual background.
Downtown Ithaca Gift Cards when you shop local!
Downtown Ithaca is teaming up with its downtown retailers.
When you shop online at a participating local downtown businesses and spend a certain amount, you can also receive a complimentary $5 Downtown Ithaca Gift Card to use in shops and restaurants when stores resume normal service.
Now more than ever, your support of local businesses matters the most, and we want to thank you for your support!
Downtown's temporary curbside pickup hubs
Downtown Ithaca and the City of Ithaca teamed up to create 6 downtown curbside locations where businesses can conduct curbside delivery service while their customers remain in the comfort of their own vehicle.
This new and simple way to deliver merchandise allows downtown businesses to serve patrons with minimal contact while non-essential businesses remain closed to foot traffic.
The curbside pickup hubs will be available starting Friday, May 15 at the following locations:
- Seneca St. and Buffalo St. both near the Dewitt Mall
- Tioga/Seneca St. at the Commons
- Cayuga St. at the Commons
- Aurora St. at the Commons
- Green St. in front of Press Bay
To locate the designated curbside pickup locations, look for the colorful signage (A-frames) along the curb.
Encourage Friends & Family to Shop Local in Downtown Ithaca
Surrounded by waterfalls, lakes, and forests, nowhere else in the region can you find such an impressive variety of specialty shops, fine dining and casual restaurants, extraordinary theaters, world-class lodging, and historic architecture.
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News
Downtown Ithaca honors essential workers
August 6, 2020Three New Businesses Open in Downtown Ithaca
July 23, 2020Three New Businesses Open in Downtown Ithaca
July 23, 2020Downtown Ithaca canceling a number of special events for 2020
July 21, 2020Seeking Creative Bike Rack Designs for Downtown Ithaca
July 17, 2020GO ITHACA program expanding
July 2, 2020
Where to Park
Free parking Weekdays from 8:00pm – 3:00am in the garages and 6:00pm – 3:00am on the street.
Saturdays and Sundays except when special event parking rates apply.
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Growth & Business Development in Downtown Ithaca
Find out moreWhat is the Downtown Ithaca Alliance
The organization behind the place. Downtown Ithaca Alliance is the Ithaca Downtown Business Improvement District (IDBID), a State of New York chartered 501c3 not-for-profit organization charged with the revitalization, development, promotion, and management of downtown Ithaca.
Business Development
The Downtown Ithaca Alliance is charged with business and economic development within the downtown district. We play an integral role as a facilitator to businesses and investors interested in downtown Ithaca projects.
