2025 Week Without Driving

The MPO is partnering with communities and organizations across Dane County to coordinate events and activities during the 2025 Week Without Driving, happening Monday, September 29–Sunday, October 5.

Supporting Partners

Communities & Government Agencies

  • Capital Area RPC — Adopted a resolution in support
  • City of Fitchburg
  • City of Madison
  • City of Middleton — Adopted a resolution in support
  • City of Monona Issued a Mayoral Proclamation in support
  • City of Sun Prairie — Issued a Mayoral Proclamation in support
  • City of Verona — Adopted a resolution in support
  • Greater Madison MPO — Adopted a resolution in support

Organizations & Universities

Statewide Recognition

Senator Melissa Ratcliff honored the coalition’s efforts by issuing a Citation of Commendation, recognizing September 29 through October 5, 2025, as the Week Without Driving and commending the observance to all of Wisconsin’s residents.

Citation of Commendation


Events & Activities

2025 Week Without Driving Events Flyer

Visit Us at the Dane County Farmers’ Market!

The Greater Madison MPO and partners will be at the Dane County Farmers’ Market on Saturday, September 27, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 

Stop by our table to learn about the 2025 Week Without Driving, discover upcoming events in Dane County, and see how you can get involved.

More Details

Community Discussions

This year, three Community Discussion events will be held across the region, bringing people together to talk about transportation equity and accessibility.

Inspired by Anna Leticia Zivarts’ book When Driving Is Not An Option: Steering Away from Car Dependency, these discussions will explore how car dependency affects people with disabilities, older adults, young people, and others who can’t drive—and what it takes to build communities where everyone can get around safely and independently.

Each event features a unique panel of speakers and offers both in-person and virtual participation options.

Sunday, September 28, 3:30–5 p.m. 

UW-Madison Union South – The Marquee Cinema

Tuesday, September 30, 7–8:30 p.m.

Sun Prairie City Hall – 1st Floor Community Room

Thursday, October 2, 6:30–8 p.m.

Terrace Point Apartments – Community Room

How to Get a Copy of the Book

You do not need to read the book to join the conversation, but if you’d like to access a copy beforehand:

Since library copies are limited, we encourage you to purchase a copy if you’re able.

Anna Zivarts' Author Intro

Anna Zivarts recorded a special introductory video for our Community Discussion events happening across Dane County. If you can’t join us in person, you can still watch & hear her message!

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