Active Transportation Alliance invites you to our 2026 Movers & Shakers Ball, as we celebrate progress made and the exciting possibilities the future holds for sustainable transportation.
Thursday, April 23 | 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm | Walden Chicago (2145 W Walnut Street, Chicago)
Join us for an elegant evening of cocktails, small plates, music, and more. We’ll be honoring some of our region’s brightest stars of sustainable transportation.
Come raise a paddle to support critical advocacy, try your luck in our raffle to win exciting prizes, and make memories in our step-up photo booth.
EVENT TIMELINE
- 5:30 – 6:15 pm – Welcome, cocktail hour, hors d’oeuvres
- 6:15 – 7:15 pm – Live music, small plates, mingling
- 7:15 pm – 8 pm – Program
- 8 pm – 8:30 pm – Coffee, check-out, and goodbyes
MEET THE HONOREES OF THE EVENING
- Illinois State Senator Ram Villivalam: Transit Superhero Award
- Illinois State Representative Eva-Dina Delgado: Transit Superhero Award
- Chicago 12th Ward Alderwoman Julia Ramirez: Safe Streets Champion Award
In addition to awards for outstanding public service, we will also be recognizing The Richard Kosmacher Fund:
- This newly established fund honors the life and legacy of Richard Kosmacher, a longtime advocate for active transportation who cared deeply about social justice and the sustainability of our planet.
- The fund will support Active Transportation Alliance's multi-modal work through a fellowship program and local leadership development.
Program includes an ASL interpreter.
Suggested attire – Business to Business Casual
Active Transportation Alliance’s Movers & Shakers Ball generates vital funding to support our advocacy work and to create a region that is abundant with sustainable, healthy, and equitable transportation options.
Read about the Movers and Shakers Ball in 2024 and 2025.
Sponsorship opportunities are available. Download our sponsorship sheet here or contact Julie Strand, Development Director for more information at [email protected].
Photos courtesy of Steven Gross.