Cyclists invited to experience pedestrian-friendly street activation with micro-brewery tour, live music
On Sunday, April 7, the first Atlanta Streets Alive ride of the 2019 series will bring Peachtree Street to life as thousands travel along the Central Route by foot, bike, scooter or any car-free mobility option of their choosing. In conjunction with the open streets initiative, Midtown’s Colony Square invites the community to experience Alive on The Square, a fun-filled afternoon featuring live music, family friendly activities, a micro-brewery tour and more from 2 to 6 p.m.
Atlanta Streets Alive is an ongoing initiative organized by the Atlanta Bicycle Coalition with a mission to shift perceptions surrounding transit and reclaim public streets for people by creating dynamic, urban experiences limited to pedestrian traffic. For its sixth consecutive year, Atlanta Streets Alive will take over Peachtree Street, Atlanta’s most heavily-trafficked thoroughfare, by inviting pedestrians to explore the community with sustainability top of mind.
“As we reimagine Colony Square, our ExperienceMakers™ are dedicated to discovering innovative ways to prioritize transit and mobility in Midtown,” said Sara Carville, marketing coordinator for Colony Square. “We’re excited to once again team up with Atlanta Streets Alive to bring a vibrant, pedestrian-friendly streetscape to life along Peachtree Street.”
Kicking at 2 p.m., the Central Route will activate the 3.1 mile stretch of iconic Peachtree Street between south Downtown and the heart of Midtown for pedestrians to traverse freely without the worry of motorized traffic. From Mitchell Street SW to 17th Street NW, Peachtree Street will be activated with a wealth of interactive experiences provided by Atlanta Streets Alive activity sponsors and route hosts.
During the Streets Alive festivities, guests are invited to stop by Colony Square and park their bikes using the destination’s complimentary bike valet service. Additionally, Alive on The Square will feature live entertainment from Emerald Empire Band along with savory eats from Yumbii and Buena Gente food trucks.
Alive on the Square will also include a micro-brewery tour featuring local pours from Printer’s Ale, Southern Brew Company, Monday Night Brewery and Red Hare Brewery. To participate, guests can check-in at the Front Loop to grab a glass and tour card. Each brewery will have a customized tent and serve two complimentary tastings per guest throughout the afternoon.
Cycle enthusiasts are also invited to snap unforgettable selfies in the Photo Bus photobooth and take a spin around The Square on the Southern Pedaler party bike. Colony Square’s Alive on The Square is free and open to the public. Food and beverage prices vary.
Throughout Alive on The Square, guests are encouraged to share their experiences on social media using #AliveOnTheSquare and #OptOutOfTraffic. To learn more about happenings at Colony Square, follow the Midtown destination on Twitter, Facebook and Insta
About Colony Square
At the corner of Peachtree and 14th Streets, Colony Square is not only the heart of Midtown, it’s the heart of Atlanta – an original icon at the very center of the ever-rising capital of the modern South. Today, Colony Square is becoming an icon of another kind, bringing the Art of Modern Life to Midtown. Featuring 912,000 square feet of Class A office, 160,000 square feet of best-in-class retail, a 466-room hotel and 262 luxury residences, the reimagined Colony Square will be known as a foodie haven; shopping and entertainment destination; sophisticated business hub; and an amenity-rich, arts-infused place to gather with community and soak up Midtown’s vibe. Open, walkable and transit-friendly, the reimagined Colony Square, like all great city squares, will be seamlessly connected to the vibrant energy of the streets around it. To learn more about Colony Square, follow the Midtown destination on Twitter,Facebook and Insta
About North American Properties
Founded in 1954, North American Properties is a privately held, multi-regional real estate operating and development company that has acquired, developed and managed more than $7 billion of mixed-use, retail, multifamily and office properties across the United States. Rooted in its purpose-driven approach to development, North American Properties is creating great places that connect people to each other; cities to their souls; partners to opportunities; and individuals to experiences that move them. Headquartered in Cincinnati, with offices in Atlanta, Dallas and Fort Myers, Florida, the company has developed 22 million square feet of commercial space and 19,000 residential units in 15 states and 67 cities. In the past three years, North American Properties has launched 36 projects totaling $2.2 billion in total capitalization. In metro Atlanta, North American Properties led the turnaround of Atlantic Station and the ground up development of Avalon. Currently, the team’s $3.8 billion retail-driven mixed-use development pipeline includes: Colony Square in Midtown Atlanta, Revel in Gwinnett County, Georgia and Riverton in the New York metro area.
