Nearly 500 businesses line the 3 commercial corridors stretching from Sutphin Boulevard to the west to 169th Street to the east and from 94th Avenue on the south to Hillside Avenue on the north.

Here you’ll find corporate heavy hitters: Burlington, H&M, Old Navy, Primark, Target, Foot Locker, Snipes, Marshalls, Raymour & Flanigan but also a growing presence of indie shops and services, including Make Me Over Beauty Bar and Original Herbal Remedies.

Foodies will enjoy pupusas aplenty at the rising cluster of Salvadorian restaurants along the western portion of the district, pizza served piping hot from the charmingly vintage Jamaica treasure known as Margherita Pizza, the indelible carrot cake sold by Henry’s Carrot Cakes, one of the many vendors located within the vibrant Jamaica Market, an all-season indoor cluster of homegrown microentrepreneurs, and the delicious dumplings across from the courthouse on Sutphin Boulevard.

Arts, Culture & Public Space

Jamaica has nurtured a wellspring of artists over the years—from jazz luminaries and hip-hop talent like A Tribe Called Quest, to renowned author Paul Bowles. We embrace that heritage by celebrating the next generation of local talent, whether through contemporary art exhibits, cutting-edge fashion shows, or concerts at the Jamaica Performing Arts Center.

“Can't Miss” Community Events

From children's festivals to farmers markets, downtown Jamaica has an event planned for everyone!