September 27, 2026 | 12 - 5 PM
Open Streets Boise will be visiting the Collister Neighborhood. More details to come!
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What is Open Streets Boise?
Hosted by the Boise Bicycle Project, Open Streets Boise temporarily transforms neighborhood streets into car-free community spaces where folks can bike, walk, and roll together. Open Streets Boise moves between neighborhoods highlighting different neighborhoods and local businesses. Explore local food, art, family-friendly entertainment, and live music in a welcoming atmosphere where we can come together and reimagine our streets as a place for people, not just cars. In 2026, Open Streets Boise is made possible with support from the City of Boise and in partnership with the Collister Neighborhood Association.
What Are Open Streets Events?
Open streets events temporarily close certain streets to motor vehicles, transforming them into safe and accessible spaces for pedestrians, cyclists, and other non-motorized traffic. These worldwide events promote physical activity, recreation, and socialization while advocating for bike/ped infrastructure and environmental sustainability.
Originating in the 1970s with Bogotá's "Ciclovía," the concept has since spread globally. Cities like New York, San Francisco, and Los Angeles have embraced open streets events! Today, these events highlight the potential for reimagining urban spaces and advocating for more livable and inclusive cities through temporary and permanent changes to urban infrastructure.
SUPPORT THE EVENT
Open Streets Boise is made possible by the support from the City of Boise and our community! If you’re a community member, show your support by donating, becoming an ambassador, or by purchasing Lost Grove Brewing’s Pedal-Powered Pilsner. If you’re a business, consider becoming an in-kind or financial sponsor.
Business Sponsorship
Registering as a business sponsor will support Open Streets Boise & Boise Bicycle Project. And the best part? Sponsorship will put your business in front of thousands of event attendees & local media viewers.
DONATIONS
Attendance at Open Streets Boise is free! Boise Bicycle Project is always accepting donations to support this event & the events and advocacy work we have ongoing throughout the year.
GET INVOLVED
Volunteer
Volunteers are folks who will help build Open Streets Boise from the ground up, run the show, and then break it down year after year! By becoming a volunteer, you’ll help run Open Streets Boise.
be part of the event
Vendor sign-ups for 2026 are now closed.
We recruit local vendors, performers, and groups for Open Streets Boise. We also ask neighborhood residents to get involved! If you’re a group or vendor that exists in the Collister neighborhood, please fill out this form.
Due to our 501©3 status and our partnership with the City of Boise, Open Streets is currently not accepting political candidates or parties as vendors. Thank you for your understanding.
Care for Collister
Thank you for helping us make the Collister neighborhood even more vibrant ahead of Open Streets Boise! In partnership with the City of Boise's Weed Warriors, volunteers worked together to identify and treat invasive plant species in public spaces throughout the neighborhood. These stewardship events were an opportunity to improve local green spaces, support native ecosystems, and help ensure we leave the neighborhood better than we found it.
These events have finished this year - thank you!
2026 Event Map
Announcing the Collister Community Card!
Ready to explore the Collister Neighborhood before Open Streets Boise? Pick up a free Collister Community Card! Visit five participating businesses or events, and you'll be entered to win a grand prize package that includes a free bicycle from Boise Bicycle Project! Community Cards are available now - more details below!
Resident Information & Accessibility
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Residents can find information about traffic and parking, street closures, event participation, safety and security, and additional information on our resident information page.
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Open Streets Boise is designed to provide an accessible and welcoming event environment for community members of all abilities! The primary Open Streets event route is located on Catalpa Drive. The roadway is paved and will be fully closed to vehicle traffic during the event, creating a wide, continuous travel route for pedestrians and people using wheelchairs, mobility devices, adaptive bicycles, strollers, and other mobility aids. Vendors and activities will be located along the north side of the roadway so that a clear path of travel is maintained throughout the event.
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Open Streets Boise will provide 12 portable restrooms throughout the event area. Six of the 12 units will be ADA accessible, significantly exceeding the City's requirement that at least 5% of restrooms at each restroom location be accessible. ADA units will be positioned so they can be reached from the paved event route without stairs or other barriers.
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ADA-accessible parking spaces will be available in the parking lot located off 36th Street and Garden Center Way. Attendees will be able to travel from the accessible parking area to the Open Streets event area on a paved path.
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ADA-accessible restroom locations will be identified on the Open Streets event map. Event volunteers will also be available to provide directions and assistance to attendees as needed. If you have specific questions, please reach out to openstreetsboise@boisebicycleproject.org and we would be happy to help answer any questions you may have!
If you’re interested in covering a story or have questions about Open Streets Boise, please reach out to us at openstreetsboise@boisebicycleproject.org.
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