Mandala Painting during Sun and Salsa Festival

Roads Closed to Cars…Open for Play!

Open Streets Calgary began in 2012. It derives its name from the dozens of other Open Streets initiatives popping up across North America.

Our goal is to promote:

  • awareness for pedestrian, cycling, and other alternative transportation options.
  • participatory urban art, innovative fitness, and emerging cultural experiences that encourage a re-imagining of how public spaces such as streets are regarded and used.
  • expanded dialogue around our energy use.
Quote:

Open Streets Calgary demonstrated exactly why Calgary has such a vibrant and successful festival and event community.

-Jody Williams, Recreation, City of Calgary