New Jersey Safe Routes to School Highlights October Walk and Bike to School Month

As communities prepare for Walk and Roll to School Month, join the fun! The National Walk and Roll to School Day is October 7, 2026, but you can make whichever days fit your schedule your Walk and Roll to School Days this October. 

This month-long celebration is more than just a fun event, it’s part of a nationwide movement to build safer, healthier, and more connected communities. Participating helps: 

• Create safer streets by drawing attention to the needs of pedestrians and cyclists, 
• Promote healthy, active lifestyles for students and their families, 
• Protect the environment by reducing car trips and lowering carbon emissions, and 
• Strengthen community connections by bringing families, neighbors, and schools together. 

The legacy of Walk and Roll to School Days remains long after the day’s end. When children experience the joy of walking and bicycling to school, they learn that getting to other destinations on foot or by bike is not only possible but is also enjoyable. Walk and Roll to School Days help communities gain momentum: the Day itself is an entry point to build a culture of active transportation in your community.