Sept. 29 - Oct. 5, 2025

We're excited to let you know that Middleton is participating in Week Without Driving, running Monday, September 29 - Sunday, October 5, 2025. This is an opportunity for all of us to explore alternatives to driving, build awareness about transportation equity, and contribute to making our community safer, healthier, and more accessible.

Here's what's happening locally, with ideas, stories, and ways you can join in.

‍♀️ What is Week Without Driving?

• A national event encouraging people to get around without relying on their cars. Whether it's walking, biking, rolling, riding the bus, carpooling, or using other transit options.
• The goal is not perfection - it's about awareness, empathy, understanding barriers, and pushing for better transportation options for everyone.
• More info: weekwithoutdriving.org

Local Ideas & Suggestions for Middleton

• Try Multimodal Trips: Combine walking or biking with the bus - for example, biking to a bus stop, or walking to errands instead of driving.
• Use Middleton's Trails and Bike Paths: As road and infrastructure updates wrap up, take advantage of our expanding active transportation network. Not sure where to start? Use the Dane County Low-Stress Bike Route Finder.
• Support Local Businesses Along Walkable Corridors: Grab lunch or run errands along streets with nearby shops rather than driving to big-box stores.
• Plan Ahead: Check bus schedules, map out safer walking or biking routes, and allow extra time for your trip.
• Document & Share Your Experience: What worked? What didn't? Use photos, videos, or written feedback to help us understand where improvements are needed. [email protected].

How to Participate & Events

• Take the Pledge: Commit to one or more car-free or reduced-driving days during the week.
• Walk or Bike to School or Work: Try leaving the car behind just one day this week.
• Bus Ride Day: Pick a day to use the bus for errands or appointments.
• Share Stories & Photos: Post on social media with #WeekWithoutDriving #MiddletonWI, tag us, or send your experience to the City at [email protected].
• Feedback: Tell us about obstacles you encountered - like missing sidewalks, safety issues, or inaccessible bus stops. Your feedback helps guide future improvements. [email protected].