• “This is wonderful for the region.” (Marc Schreiber)   
• “We’re promoting all the great things about St. Louis.” (Tatum Polk) 
• “Their presence enhances the diversity and vibrancy of our tenant mix.” (Bob Guller)
• “The National Sports Forum will host its annual conference Feb. 22-24, 2026, in St. Louis.” (Sports Business Journal)

314 Day Celebrations Kick Off This Weekend

Whether your area code is 314, 636, 618, or 573, you're part of 314 Day, which generates meaningful civic pride across the region and helps bolster St. Louis’ reputation. Here’s how you can help celebrate the region’s unofficial holiday: 

1. Explore Downtown with family, colleagues, and friends: Find a 314 Day event.
2. Post pics using #314Day and #STLMade: Download logos, photos, and GIFs here.
3. Dine Downtown: Find a restaurant. 

Geospatial Industry Fuels New Careers Downtown

As the geospatial industry expands in St. Louis, San Francisco-based Scale AI is one of many companies expanding its footprint in the region. Scale’s St. Louis AI Center employs more than 200 people in Downtown St. Louis, most of whom grew up in the region. (First Alert 4/KMOV)

Be Like June and #DineDowntownSTL

When national press painted Downtown St. Louis in a negative light, lifelong St. Louisan June Fowler decided to take action. She actively supports Downtown restaurants and encourages all to showcase the city's vibrancy. “You can choose to be positive,” she says. “It’s a choice you make.” (St. Louis Post-Dispatch)

More Top Stories of the Week

The Moniker to open on Washington Ave. this Spring: “I want something new for Downtown. Not something temporary, something lasting,” said co-owner Jordaryl Logan. “The kind of community outlet that facilitates growth and confidence in Downtown.” (Feast Magazine) 

St. Louis area leaders take a big step forward in battling homelessness: “There has never been a moment like this, and we are very well poised to capitalize on the momentum.” (St. Louis Post-Dispatch)  
 
Office conversion tax credit plan finds broad backing in Jefferson City: Incentives being proposed by the Missouri legislature could be a big boon to Downtown St. Louis. (St. Louis Magazine)

USWNT Will Play in St. Louis This Summer

On Tuesday, June 3, St. Louis will host the U.S. Women's National Team and China PR at Energizer Park in Downtown St. Louis. The match will feature a special pre-game celebration for retired USWNT legend, and St. Louis native Becky Sauerbrunn. (St. Louis CITY SC)

Upcoming Downtown Walking Tours
Tours & Pours, presented by Greater St. Louis, Inc.

🎟️  March 13 (Starting Point: Hot Pizza Cold Beer) 
🎟️  March 20 (Starting Point: Katie's Pizza & Pasta) 
🎟️  March 27 (Starting Point: Hotel Saint Louis)**
🎟️  April 3 (Starting Point: Bridge Tap House & Wine Bar)

**Sold Out!

Looking for more things to do? Explore an event calendar dedicated to Downtown St. Louis.

Maggie O’Brien’s

This classic Irish pub has it all — green bricks, green beer, and Guinness on tap. Make plans to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at Maggie O’Brien’s, 2000 Market Street, across from Energizer Park. (Take a 30-second peek inside.) 
 
On Saturday, March 15, Downtown’s annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade ends within steps of Maggie’s front door. The restaurant opens at noon for parade-goers, soccer fans, and anyone Irish at heart. Guests can come for lunch after the parade, and stay for the day as CITY SC will take the pitch just across the street at 7:30 p.m. 

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