About: Open Streets
At Open Streets, participants can expect 1-2 miles of car-free, family-friendly streets. Participants are encouraged to Ride the Route and explore all along. Open Streets routes are generally considered walkable and bikeable, and include attractive neighborhood elements such as parks and other key destinations like churches, schools, and commercial centers.
RMRP will be at the intersection of Shields and Magnolia!
Open Streets events aim to show participants that travelling by bike, foot, scooter, and other active, car-free transportation modes can be comfortable, easy, and a healthy alternative to driving. Activities from local businesses are located throughout the event route to encourage movement along the entire route. Participants can find activities which include live music, local food trucks, health- and wellness-inspired activities, and participant-made art! The possibilities are endless at Open Streets.
Goals of Open Streets:
- Highlight walkable and bikeable routes by creating temporary, car-free streets for the community to walk, roll, and bike along.
- Encourage future active transportation among participants along Open Streets routes after the event concludes.
- Feature local businesses and organizations that support active transportation, health, wellness, and community well-being. Create opportunities to connect participants with these organizations.
- Foster social capital by connecting neighbors with one another during the event and beyond.