Peterborough Pulse will be the city's first Open Streets event. Open Streets temporarily transform our largest public space- our streets- into a paved park. Streets once filled with cars instead fill with families pushing strollers, dog-walkers, cyclists and roller-skaters, art installations and more.

Open Streets is a global initiative. It began in South America over 40 years ago as a way to promote physical activity, healthy lifestyles and livable cities. In 2014, 100+ initiatives were organized in North American cities, including Hamilton, Waterloo, Ottawa, Toronto, and Thunder Bay.

Proposed Route: Pulse was designed to connect Peterborough's downtown with the Peterborough Saturday Farmer's Market. The route will run along George St. from McDonnell St. to King St., then move to the Trans-Canada Trail from King St. to Lake St. The route continues along Crescent St. and Lock St. to the farmer's market. Please check out our website for more information: www.ptbopulse.com