Welcome to
Downtown Jamaica

A vibrant shopping and cultural center set in southeast Queens, here you'll find three performing arts centers, dozens of landmarked historic gems, Rufus King Park, two colleges, a major transportation hub, and hundreds of independent businesses and blue-chip national stores. The heart of it all? Jamaica Avenue, with over 400 businesses reflecting a kaleidoscope of cultures.

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Getting here is easy

Take the EJZ subway trains to the Parsons/Archer station, the LIRR to Jamaica Station, or any of the 10 bus lines running throughout Jamaica Avenue. A dozen well-maintained and safe parking lots are available for those who prefer to drive, including the five lots administered by Greater Jamaica Development Corporation, LAZ Parking’s centrally-located lot, and the Queens Family Court Garage (149-15 Archer Avenue).

What's Happening on the Ave

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December 21, 2022

Jamaica’s Three Downtown Business Improvement Districts are joining forces!

To streamline services, reduce unnecessary administrative overhead, maximize efficiency and better serve our business community, Jamaica’s three downtown BIDs are […]

February 4, 2022

A Fond Farewell to Trey Jenkins: A Special Note From Our Executive Director

Today our staff says a fond farewell and sends our very best wishes to our teammate and friend, Trey Jenkins, […]

January 21, 2022

Valued Clean Team Member Froylan Tehuitzil

It is with great sadness that we are letting our Jamaica Center BID community know that one of our valued […]

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As the largest BID in Queens, the Jamaica Center BID seeks to make the Jamaica Center business district a thriving business hub and an enjoyable destination to shop, work, live, and visit.

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Jamaica Center is a shopping enthusiast’s delight. With over 400 businesses reflecting a kaleidoscope of cultures, the main commercial corridor – Jamaica Avenue – remains one of New York City’s most vibrant shopping destinations.

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