OUR MISSION
Viva CalleSJ is a free recreation program that temporarily closes miles of San Jose streets to bring communities together to walk, bike, skate, play
and explore the city like never before.
and explore the city like never before.
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About Viva CalleSJ Viva CalleSJ (pronounced Vee-Va Ka-Ye SJ) is a free recreational program that closes miles of scenic San José streets. Come see what it’s like at our next event! |
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Inspire Viva CalleSJ Viva CalleSJ is inspired by similar Open Streets programs hosted in Los Angeles; San Francisco; Portland; Guadalajara, Mexico; and other cities around the world. The name combines the Spanish “Viva Calles,” which can mean both “the streets live” and “long live the streets.” Viva CalleSJ is managed by the City of San José’s Department of Parks, Recreation, and Neighborhood Services, with outreach and engagement support provided by Silicon Valley Bicycle Coalition. Viva CalleSJ has been generously supported by Knight Foundation, which believes that democracy thrives when people and communities are informed and engaged. |
The Benefits of Open Streets
HEALTH
Open Streets programs promote healthy lifestyles by encouraging residents to explore miles of public space walking, running, or rolling!
ECONOMY
Open Streets events draw thousands of participants and generate new foot traffic in local business districts and neighborhoods.
ENVIRONMENT
Open Streets expose people to alternate modes of transportation and removing vehicles from the roads for a day.
COMMUNITY
Open Streets engage residents to take ownership of their public spaces, transforming our relationships with our communities.