Atlanta Streets Alive Returns Sunday, September 27: Peachtree Street Goes Car‑Free for Family Fun

A joyful open‑streets celebration from 15th Street to Mitchell Street in the heart of Atlanta.  Atlanta families, get ready to roll, stroll, skate, dance, and play! Atlanta Streets Alive returns on Sunday, September 27, 2026, transforming Peachtree Street into a giant, car‑free playground for kids, teens, and adults of all ages. This beloved open‑streets tradition invites the community to enjoy a safer, healthier, more connected way to experience Atlanta’s most iconic corridor.

🌟 Event Details for Sunday, September 27, 2026

• Event Time: 2 PM – 6 PM 
• Street Closure: 12 PM – 7 PM (Plan your travel accordingly!) 
• Route: Peachtree Street from 15th St. to Mitchell Street 
• Cost: Free and open to the public 
• Hosted by: Atlanta Department of Transportation with support from Propel ATL and the Atlanta community 

🚲 What Is Atlanta Streets Alive?

Atlanta Streets Alive temporarily opens major streets so families can bike, walk, skate, dance, and play without cars. It turns the street into a park‑like community space that encourages movement, creativity, and connection.  This initiative is part of an international open‑streets movement happening in cities across the U.S., Canada, and beyond. 

🧭 Route Overview: Peachtree Street (15th St. → Mitchell St.)

This long, lively stretch of Peachtree Street gives families plenty of room to explore. Expect:

• Activity zones
• Music and performances
• Fitness pop‑ups
• Kid‑friendly play areas
• Community organizations
• Local businesses participating along the route

🎉 Family‑Friendly Activities & How to Sign Up

Atlanta Streets Alive encourages local groups, schools, fitness instructors, artists, and community organizations to host activities along the route.  You can sign up for an activity directly through the Activity Sign‑Up link on the official website. 

❤️ Why Families Love Atlanta Streets Alive

• Kids can safely bike and scooter without traffic
• Teens enjoy music, art, and movement zones
• Parents love the relaxed, community‑centered vibe
• It is a perfect stroller‑friendly event
• It encourages healthy movement and outdoor fun
• It connects neighborhoods in a joyful, accessible way

📱 Follow Atlanta Streets Alive on Social Media

Stay updated on route maps, activity zones, volunteer opportunities, and weather alerts:

• Facebook: Atlanta Streets Alive
• Instagram: @AtlantaStreetsAlive

🌍 A Quick History of Atlanta Streets Alive

• Created in 2010 by Propel ATL (formerly Atlanta Bicycle Coalition) 
• Paused in 2020 due to the pandemic 
• Returned in 2023 as an official City of Atlanta program with support from Propel ATL and community partners 

🌈 See You on Peachtree!

Whether you are coming from College Park, East Atlanta, Decatur, or anywhere across Metro Atlanta, this is one of the most joyful, family‑friendly events of the year. Grab your wheels, your walking shoes, your kids, your neighbors, and your sense of adventure — Peachtree Street is yours for the day.