Upcoming Events
Jeff Speck public talk: Toward a More Walkable Austin
Urban planner Jeff Speck shares how Austin can become more walkable, including by considering one-way to two-way street conversions.
A nationally renowned urban planner and Walkable City author, Jeff Speck will share his vision for a more walkable Austin — and what it will take to get there. Having helped cities across the U.S. revitalize their streets and downtowns, Jeff brings a powerful, practical perspective on how street design shapes urban life.
This talk is a part of a discussion led by Safe Streets Austin and the Congress For the New Urbanism Central Texas about transforming Austin's one-way streets to two-way, a proven strategy for restoring vitality, safety, and economic life on downtown streets.
After the talk, attendees may buy Jeff's books Walkable City and Walkable City Rules. Jeff will be available to sign the books. Thank you to Urban Austin Reads for supporting this book portion of the event.
“Women Changing Cities” Book Talk & Bike Ride
Join renowned authors and advocates Chris and Melissa Bruntlett for a special talk about their new book "Women Changing Cities." An optional bike ride follows at 3:30pm.
Hear how women leaders — mayors, planners, advocates, and policymakers — are reshaping cities to be more equitable, sustainable, and people-centered. Women Changing Cities shows that when cities are designed with women in mind, they become more livable for everyone — across gender, age, and ability.
2:30 PM: Book Talk
3:30 PM: Community Bike Ride (5-8 miles, easy difficulty, Bring Your Own Bike)
Thanks to Mueller Residential Group for hosting.
Life After Cars Book Launch
Join the hosts of The War on Cars, Sarah Goodyear and Doug Gordon, for a live, in-person discussion on their new book, Life After Cars!
Join the hosts of The War on Cars podcast for a live, in-person discussion on their new book, Life After Cars, with local advocates and other special guests who are shaping the future of Austin and making it possible to imagine our city after and beyond cars. You’ll hear a lively, humorous, and insightful discussion with diverse perspectives on how we can (re)make Austin by centering people — not cars — to keep our city weird and create greater equity, climate resilience, and strong neighborhoods.
This event is organized by Urban Austin Reads and Safe Streets Austin in partnership with BookPeople, AURA, Active Towns, and other community organizations.
Safe Streets For All Annual Benefit
Come enjoy food, drink, live music and more for our biggest event of the year! We’ll celebrate this year’s victories and get ready for an exciting 2026. Get your ticket now.
Happy Hour
Join Safe Streets Austin for an informal happy hour to connect, unwind, and collaborate for a safer, more accessible Austin. Click “View Event” to RSVP.