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Open Streets downtown set for May–July; organizers describe route, safety and neighborhood options

Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission · April 20, 2026
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Summary

NDOT and Walk Bike Nashville announced Open Streets downtown dates (May 16, June 13, July 11, 10 a.m.–2 p.m.), described a concentrated 'super block' route with traffic control officers and volunteers at intersections, and encouraged neighborhoods to use a free block‑party permit to host local open‑street events.

Kobi Langner, a livability planner with the Nashville Department of Transportation, and Kayla Gibson of Walk Bike Nashville presented details of this year’s Open Streets downtown events, explaining the program will focus on a concentrated downtown "super block" to let residents walk and bike in a car‑free environment on May 16, June 13 and July 11 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Kayla Gibson said the super block will concentrate activations in the heart of downtown, with cross traffic at some intersections following…

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