The country was festooned in red, white, and blue bunting in anticipation of America’s 200th birthday. Downtown Phoenix was no exception, and the city decided to commemorate the Bicentennial in a special way by creating Patriots Square Park in the heart of Downtown.

Here’s a look at the 17 new businesses now open in DTPHX. These newcomers introduce a one-of-a-kind mix of attractions to the core, bringing everything from international eats and vintage treasures to health & wellness, comedy nights, caffeine fixes, and Arizona's very first singalong bar.

“There aren’t a lot of examples for people of transness or queerness. So there is an element of exploration, it’s okay to try out different things and feel what fits for you or what doesn’t. That’s not just in the queer community. In every community, curiosity is important,” says one-n-ten’s CEO Nate Rhoton.