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Join us to celebrate PARK(ing) Day and reclaim public space!WHEN? Friday, September 20, 2024, from 2 until 8pm
WHERE? Madison Ave (Art Tatum Celebration Column)
Interactive
Kid-friendly
No cover
ABOUT PARK(ING) DAY
On PARK(ing) Day we transform parking spaces into vibrant hubs of activity, showcasing the diversity and energy of life in a city. For one day, this global movement transforms curbside parking spaces around the world into vibrant areas for diverse uses, advocating for safer, greener, and more equitable streets.
From parklets that feature interactive elements, educational displays, innovative designs, or a relaxing green space for gathering or unwinding in the shade, there will be something for everyone to enjoy. Come explore, engage, and be inspired by the possibilities of urban design!
2024 PARK(ing) Day also coincides with The Arts Commission's Momentum Festival in the same area! Don’t miss out on the fun—save the date!
WHY PARK(ING) DAY?
According to a 2018 parking study by ConnecToledo, Toledo’s downtown districts—including UpTown, Warehouse, Government, and Central Business Districts— show that only 51% of on-street parking and 44% of off-street parking were occupied during weekday afternoons. This raises the question: What are other ways that we can use these underused spaces?
Reflecting on Toledo’s vibrant past, before the decline of manufacturing and urban renewal, our downtown was alive with streetcars, department stores, theaters, and more. Can we reclaim and transform underused spaces to revive that dynamic atmosphere?
Want to be involved? Find out more below!
PARTICIPATE
Want to design a parklet? Whether you're an artist, designer, non-profit organization, business, or community organizer, we welcome you to participate in PARK(ing) Day! Please register by Friday, August 30th, 2024, by completing the online form: forms.gle/rDv1gLJpBNkdBGbm7
VOLUNTEER
Want to lend a helping hand to make this event a success? We’ll have plenty of volunteer opportunities available on Sept. 20th! Sign-up today to support us on the day-of: toledodesigncollective.org/parking-day
PARTNER
Contact us to explore our partnership opportunities and make a positive impact on our cities together. Contact Cathy de Haan at [email protected]
Hope to see you there!
Toledo Design Collective
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Art Tatum Celebration Column, 503 Madison Ave, Toledo, OH 43604-1206, United States,Toledo, Ohio
