Vision Zero Annual Event – Halifax
14th July 2026
You are invited to a free, family-friendly road safety event taking place at People’s Park in Halifax on Thursday 13th August.
The event will run from 10am to 4pm and includes interactive stalls, emergency service vehicles, cycling support and much more.
The event has been arranged by the West Yorkshire Vision Zero Partnership as part of their work to reduce all road deaths and serious injuries in the county to zero by 2040.
What will be there
You can expect to see a host of interactive stalls including:
- Activities and crafts for children and young people including a scavenger hunt and balance bikes.
- A host of emergency service vehicles, equipment and staff who will be happy to speak to you and show you around.
- Interactive road safety activities and educational stalls.
- Free bike safety checks and minor repairs from a qualified bike mechanic.
- Educational resources on road safety.
More to be announced!
Location and getting there
The event is being held at:
People’s Park
Park Road
Halifax
West Yorkshire
HX1 2TS
The park is a short walk out of Halifax Town Centre which is accessible by bus or train. The park also has a number of car parks close by including High Street, Hanover Street, Bull Green, Queens Road and Haugh Shaw as well as some limited on street parking.
Design a road safety poster and win shopping vouchers
This competition is being run by Calderdale Council and is open to young people aged 18 and under who live or go to school in the Calderdale area.
Your challenge is to create a poster that promotes road safety to your community using one of the following themes:
- Buckle Up! – Seat belts keep everyone safer. Little ones need the right car seat too.
- Stop, Look, Listen, THINK – Use the Green Cross Code every time you cross.
- No Distractions – Phones away, headphones off, eyes up. Messages can wait until you’re safely across.
- Use Safer Crossings – Zebra crossings, traffic lights, islands – they’re there to help you.
- Watch Out for Parked Cars – Look carefully when crossing between parked cars.
- Be Bright, Be Seen – Wear bright or reflective clothes, especially when it’s dark.
- Know the Risks – People aged 12–15 are more likely to be in collisions – think safety.
One winning design will be chosen from each theme. All entries must be received by 17:00 on Sunday 9th August 2026.