As You Go MPLS community engagement
Upcoming events
Open Trails to the Rails
Join us to celebrate the re-opening of the Kenilworth and Cedar Lake Trails! Connect with community at the official ribbon cutting and enjoy trail activities all day long.
Date
Saturday, May 9, 2026
Time
11:00am – 2:00 p.m.
Location
West Lake Street Station
Details
This event will include:
- Ribbon cutting and remarks from local leaders at 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
- Community trail activities
Bike to Work Day
Change up your commute and join in the joy of biking by participating in Bike to Work Day! There will be a celebration in downtown with speeches from local leadership and free coffee and donuts.
Date
Friday, May 15, 2026
Time
7:00 - 9:00 a.m.
Location
Government Center Plaza
Details
This event will include:
- Free snacks
- Free giveaways
- Speeches from local leaders
Past events
Transit to Work Day
Take the bus or train into work for Transit to Work Day. Keep the fun going by joining us that afternoon to celebrate transit. This event is co-hosted by Move Minneapolis.
Date
Wednesday, September 17, 2025
Time
4:00 – 6:00 p.m.
Location
The Commons
425 Portland Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55415
Details
This event will include:
- Free snacks
- Transit tours
- Transportation demos
Hennepin Ave and 1st Ave NE Celebration
Connect with your community for snacks, speeches, and a celebratory walk or bike ride on the recently improved Hennepin Ave and 1st Ave NE.
Date
Wednesday, July 30, 2025
Time
5:30 – 7:00 p.m.
Location
Park located on the corner of SE Main Street and E Hennepin Ave (96 E Hennepin Ave)
Details
- This event will include:
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- Free snacks, including ice cream
- A community bike ride
- A community walk
Bike to Work Day 2025
Join in the joy of biking by participating in a group ride to downtown Minneapolis.
Enjoy free coffee and donuts.
Date
Friday, May 16, 2025
Time
7:00 - 9:00 a.m.
Location
Government Center Plaza
Minneapolis, MN 55487
Details
Rides start at 7:30 a.m. Rides will end at Government Center Plaza.
- Ride 1: Meet at Lyndale Farmstead Park. Ride along Bryant Avenue.
- Ride 2: Meet at 38th Street LRT Station. Ride along Hiawatha LRT Trail.
- Ride 3: Meet at 18th Avenue NE & 5th Street NE. Ride along 5th Street NE.
- Ride 4: Meet at Farview Park. Ride along 2nd Street N.
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Contact us
Pedestrian and Bicycle Coordinator
Public Works
Address
Victoria Halloran
Associate Transportation Planner
Public Works
Phone
Address
Public Service Building
505 Fourth Ave. S. – Room 410
Minneapolis, MN 55415