Have You Planned Your Day at Open Streets Boise? Here’s Our Guide!
Open Streets Boise is here! Join us at the community celebration on Sunday, September 28th, on W Ustick Rd between Cole Rd and Mountain View Dr from 12 - 5 PM.
Supported by the City of Boise and in collaboration with the Winstead Park Neighborhood Association, the street is going to be transformed into a space where you can walk, bike, and roll while having loads of fun! Check out the run of show, activities & businesses along the route, how to ride the Open Streets Bike Bus, and what to bring below.
Live Music & DJ Sets at the Main Stage
The main stage will be bumpin’ all day! Catch DJ Grant Olsen, Wins, DJ Krysti Kicks, Hillfolk Noir, and DJ Wendy Fox’s Tennis Court Disco.
DJ Sets at the Pedal-Powered Stage
The Pedal-Powered Stage is back! Bring your biking legs to power music by Tropico FM.
Zook Fest Zucchini Derby Races with the West Bench Neighborhood Association
Bring a zucchini to Open Streets Boise to turn into a “Zook Sled” and race!
Live Dance & Street Performances with Global Lounge
Cultural performances every hour starting at 1 PM at the Global Lounge booth: Kathaak Indonesian dancing, Mariachi Cantares de Mexico, Danza Azteca Tonatiuh, and Idaho Dance Communities’ Hip Hop performance.
Safe Route to School’s Bike Rodeo
Safe Routes is popping up with a bike safety rodeo on McKinney Street leading to Mountain View Park - perfect for young riders to maneuver the course and learn while having fun.
Welcoming Week Family Field Day at Mountain View Park
Stop by Mountain View Park for Welcoming Week, hosted by Treasure Valley YMCA and the Idaho Office for Refugees - games, family activities, multicultural performances, and a chance to celebrate newly arrived refugees and connect with neighbors.
Give Local Businesses Along Ustick Rd Some Love!
Stop by and support local businesses that will be open during the event:
Common Ground Coffee - grab an iced coffee and explore one of Boise’s hippest coffee shops!
Tropico FM - check out a mini mercadito at their studio next to Common Ground Coffee!
Catalyst Arts Collective - they have a booth in the main stage beer garden, and their studio will be open to the public!
Studio Lux - check out their booth in the main stage beer garden!
Idaho Shaolin Center - they are offering free Tai Chi classes in their space, and students will perform a martial arts demo in front of the main stage at 2:45 PM!
Do-It-Yourself Doggie Detailing - they are generously hosting our pedal-powered stage and will be handing out vouchers to come back for a free doggie wash!
Boise’s Littlest Boutique - Make sure to visit this local gem!
The Big Smoke
Join one of our bike buses and ride with a GIANT group to Open Streets Boise at a fun, social, party pace.
Riders from the North End Boise Co-op, Boise Bicycle Project, and Sunset will be led by our all-star team of bike bus volunteers to a central spot in Garden City to form one large group. From there, everyone will ride together to W Ustick Rd at a fun, social, party pace. We’re expecting hundreds of bicyclists to join in! Here are more details to consider when choosing your meetup location.
These three rides cross multiple busy roads, and so we ask that if you have kids, they are riding in a bike trailer, child carrier, on a trailer bike, or are 10 years or older with confident riding skills. If this isn’t your setup or situation, see the Winstead Park bike bus meetup below for a great option for you!
Meetup time: 10:00 AM - FREE cold brew!
Departure time: 11 AM
Total Mileage: 5 miles
Meetup time: 10:30 AM
Departure time: 11 AM
Total Mileage: 4 1/2 miles
Meetup time: 10:30 AM
Departure time: 11 AM
Total Mileage: 3 miles
Meetup time: 11:15 AM
Departure time: 11:45 AM
Total Mileage: ½ mile
This is the meetup spot for families or folks who live in West Boise! It’s perfect for young riders and parents who are traveling at a slower pace. Being the shortest route, the Winstead Park bike bus will ride straight to Open Streets Boise without meeting up with the larger group.
Pump up those tires, tune up your bike, dress in a fun outfit, and ride with us to Open Streets Boise!
By joining a bike bus, you’re agreeing to ride at your own risk. You are responsible for your own safety, bike, and equipment, and for following all traffic laws. Organizers and volunteers are not responsible for injuries, accidents, or damages that may occur during the ride.
Make the day your own! Bring a funky bike, chalk a street mural, busk or perform, juggle, hula hoop, do yoga, or just relax on a picnic blanket or chair. Plan a walk, run, or ride along the route, and bring your energy and imagination to bring the street to life! Don’t forget a chair or blanket, water bottle, sun protection, a reusable cup, and leash your pup if you bring one.
