Nestled in between Long Island and Manhattan, Downtown Jamaica, Queens—or as we like it call it, “DJQ”—is one of the most vibrant and diverse communities in the country. We’re known as a transit hub and bustling commercial corridor, but we’re so much more.
Find your way to DJQ.
Things to Do in DJQ
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Shop Directory
Find everything you need (and want!).
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Service Directory
Get all your errands done in one place.
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Dining Directory
Try our favorite neighborhood eats.
Closer Than You Think
Wherever you’re coming from, getting here is easy.
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20
minutes from JFK International Airport
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20
minutes from
Downtown Brooklyn -
20
minutes from Grand Central Terminal
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30
minutes from Long Island
Upcoming Events
Make new memories, and relive the good ol’ times, in DJQ.
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Summertime Jazz
TBA
Celebrate our community’s jazz history with free outdoor concerts and food trucks all summer long.
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Harvest Festival
September 20, 2025
Every year, our community convenes to celebrate the start of fall at the Harvest Festival.
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Trick-or-Streets
TBA
Enjoy live music, local food, and a costume contest, where you’ll have the chance to win a variety of prizes.
Business and Community Resources
Everything you and your business need to thrive in DJQ.
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Programs & Support
For current DJQ business owners
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Retail Attraction
For future DJQ business owners
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Community Resources
For current and future DJQ residents
DJQ in the News
We’re newsworthy. Explore recent press coverage, community profiles, and other DJQ news.
