Salina Post
From November 2–8, Salina is joining communities across Kansas to celebrate the fifth annual Kansas Mobility Week, a statewide effort to promote accessible, safe and sustainable transportation options.
Local residents are invited to participate in a variety of activities, including:
- Mobility on the Move – Thursday, November 6, 2025 at 8:45 a.m. An easy ride on CityGo for one round to experience the bus system. Participants will have the chance to learn how the bus system works, see the route firsthand, and discover how accessible and convenient public transportation can be. The event is free and open to the public, but space is limited to the first 10 participants. Advance registration is required at https://ksrides.org/mobility-on-the-move/ or by calling 785.826.1583.
- Transportation 101 – Thursday, November 6, 2025, at 1:30 p.m. A Zoom webinar about all of the transit options in North Central Kansas. Sign up can be done online at www.salinacitygo.com/guide-go-travel-training/ or by calling 785.826.1583.
- Santa Fe Stroll – Friday, November 7, 2025, 12:00 p.m. A third annual walking event with historical learning. Community members are encouraged to meet at the Smoky Hill Museum front steps at 211 W. Iron at noon on November 7th for a Santa Fe Stroll. The group will be led on a short walk through downtown Salina that will focus on community history. Participants are encouraged to wear comfortable clothing and shoes, and to bring along friends, family, and co-workers. The event is hosted by Michelle Coats, Mobility Manager for North Central Kansas, and Susan Hawksworth, Director of the Smoky Hill Museum.
Residents can also enjoy:
- Free rides on OCCK Transportation on Election Day
- Free rides all week on KANcycle
- A statewide photo challenge to celebrate multimodal transportation options
Kansas Governor Laura Kelly will officially recognize the week with a proclamation, underscoring the importance of connecting Kansans to jobs, healthcare, education, and recreation through accessible transportation.
"Kansas Mobility Week is about more than just buses and bikes—it’s about connecting communities, promoting health, and improving quality of life for all residents," said Michelle Coats, Mobility Manager for North Central Kansas. "We invite everyone to get involved, try new ways to move, and celebrate the options available right here in our community."
Additional events and activities across Kansas can be found at www.ksrides.org.
About Kansas Mobility Week:
Kansas Mobility Week is an annual celebration of transportation options across the state, highlighting walking, biking, transit, and other mobility choices. Participating agencies host events, offer free rides, and engage the public to promote safe and accessible travel for all Kansans.