Saturday, June 22, 2013 – Downtown Richmond
Inspired by open streets projects all over the world, this event is about closing streets to cars and opening them to the public — for one day — to create a whole new healthy, sustainable and vibrant city street experience. FREE and open to everyone to do what you wish – run, walk, bike, roller blade, WHATEVER! Make sure to check out the vendors lining the streets with free activities for the entire family!
Cost
RVA Streets Alive! is FREE and open to everyone!
Schedule
The event runs from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m.
Vendor Opportunities
Any activity that promotes an active and healthy lifestyle is encouraged along the streets which will be closed to vehicular traffic. We are looking for a diverse mix of different sports organizations, active lifestyle groups, preventative health & wellness programs, and any other organization that wants to promote physical activity. To apply to be a vendor click here.
Supporters
The Community Foundation serving Richmond and Central Virginia
Richmond Memorial Health Foundation
Virginia Department of Health
To view the press release for the announcement of RVA Streets Alive!, click here. To view the press conference event announcing RVA Streets Alive!, click here. For more information about RVA Streets Alive!, including volunteer opportunities, please visit: www.sportsbackers.org. For more information about Mayor Dwight C. Jones’ Healthy Richmond Campaign, click here.
Posted by Office of the Press Secretary to the Mayor at 10:57 AM
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