Georgia Avenue Open Streets
The next Open Streets event is scheduled for Saturday, October 2nd on Georgia Avenue! Three miles of Georgia Avenue will be closed to cars and opened for people to walk, bike, scoot, and play! Five activation zones along the route will host hourly programmed classes and demonstrations including yoga, drum circles, double dutch, traffic gardens, pop-up bike lanes, dancing, and more! Businesses along the route will also provide space for outdoor dining and retail. Open Streets is free and suitable for all ages and abilities! No cars, just people.
Welcome to Open Streets - Block DWelcome!
What is Open Streets?Open Streets events seek to temporarily close roadways to vehicles to provide safe spaces for walking, biking, skating, and other social activities. Our events help users reimagine public space to prioritize people over cars, and promote local economic development. The District of Columbia began celebrating Open Streets in 2019 at the inaugural event on Georgia Avenue. With the success of the first Open Streets event, DDOT plans to expand the program to every ward in the District! |
Benefits of Open Streets - Block ABenefits of Open Streets Health
Open Streets programs promote healthy lifestyles by encouraging residents to explore miles of public space by walking, running, or rolling.
 Economy
Open Streets events draw thousands of participants and generate new foot traffic in local business districts and neighborhoods.
 Environment
Open Streets expose people to alternate modes of transportation and remove vehicles from the road for a day.
 Community
Open Streets engage residents to take ownership of their public spaces, transforming our relationships with our communities.
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