Rethinking Urban Mobility: A Talk with Dr. Ralph Buehler
Oct
28
6:00 PM18:00

Rethinking Urban Mobility: A Talk with Dr. Ralph Buehler

  • Virginia Tech Executive Briefing Center (map)
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Join us on Tuesday, October 28 from 6:00pm-7:00pm at the Virginia Tech Executive Briefing Center for an engaging discussion with Dr. Ralph Buehler, Professor of Urban Affairs and Planning at Virginia Tech. He will explore how cities can become more sustainable and less car-dependent through a multimodal approach—highlighting the evolving roles of cycling, transit, and walking.

Dr. Buehler will also discuss how these modes of transportation have changed over time, especially in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Check out Dr. Buehler's website for more information about his work.

YPT members and non-members are welcome. Lite refreshments will be provided.

Location: Virginia Tech Executive Briefing Center, 900 North Glebe Road, Second Floor Arlington, Virginia 22203
East/West Falls Church Room

Please register here: Register

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Night Out at Nationals Park
Sep
26
6:45 PM18:45

Night Out at Nationals Park

Join the YPT DC folks for a fun Night at the Nats where the Washington Nationals play against the Chicago White Sox on September 26 at 6:45pm. Postgame Concert - Riley Green!

Please note:

For more questions, please reach out to us at yptwdc@gmail.com. Once you register and pay, we will follow up with details after confirmation for meeting up, ticket distribution, etc.

Register for Night Out at Nats Park

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Happy Hour with Waymo
Sep
17
5:30 PM17:30

Happy Hour with Waymo

join us on Wednesday, September 17 at Lost & Found for a lively happy hour sponsored by Waymo, a trailblazer in autonomous vehicle technology. Your food and drinks are included, and this is the perfect chance to network with peers while learning more about an innovative leader shaping the future of transportation. All 21+ members and non-members are welcome.

Register for the Waymo Happy Hour

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Careers in a Changing Sky: YPT-DC Aviation Panel
Jun
12
5:30 PM17:30

Careers in a Changing Sky: YPT-DC Aviation Panel

Join us for an engaging aviation panel featuring three distinguished experts from across the industry on 12 June, 2025 at WSP DC Office (1250 23rd Street NW, DC, 20037) from 5:30PM to 6:30PM. From cutting-edge innovations to the evolving regulatory landscape, our panelists will share insights on the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of aviation. Whether it’s commercial air travel, airport operations, or sustainability in aviation, each brings a unique perspective grounded in deep experience.

This panel promises a dynamic conversation on where the industry is headed—and how we can navigate the skies ahead. Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions and hear first-hand about trends, technologies, and strategies that are defining the next era of aviation.

This panel features experts shaping aviation and aerospace policy:

Savannah Horton (Guidehouse) brings deep experience in commercial space missions and aerospace policy.

Max Seltzer and Karina Perez offer insights from Capitol Hill and industry on legislation, innovation, and inclusive leadership in emerging aviation technologies.

Please register here if you plan to attend.

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Beers with Peers/NACTO Designing Cities Happy Hour
May
29
5:30 PM17:30

Beers with Peers/NACTO Designing Cities Happy Hour

Join your fellow transportation geeks for happy hour! This month we are aligning Beers with Peers with the NACTO Designing Cities Conference which is happening May 28-31 at the Marriot Marquis in downtown D.C.

YPT members and non-members ages 21+ are welcome. Please register in advance if you plan to attend!
Location: Prost DC (919 5th St NW, Washington DC 20001)

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WTS-DC/COMTO DC/YPT-DC/APA TPD Alexandria Bike Tour
May
17
9:30 AM09:30

WTS-DC/COMTO DC/YPT-DC/APA TPD Alexandria Bike Tour

Please join your WTS-DC, COMTO DC, YPT-DC, and APA TPD colleagues on a 11-mile bike tour highlighting bicycle infrastructure projects around the City of Alexandria. Bryan Hayes, the Complete Streets Coordinator for the City, will join us on the bike tour to share information about past, present, and upcoming bike infrastructure planning projects. PDH credits may be provided for all participants.
Find more information and register.

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Lunch in Your Neighborhood
Nov
20
12:00 AM00:00

Lunch in Your Neighborhood

Join your YPT-DC peers for lunch in Dupont Circle! Please note that this is being held the third Wednesday instead of the second Wednesday of this month, and the Navy Yard location will not host lunch this month.

YPT members and non-members are welcome and we encourage you to register using the link below if you plan to attend.

Dupont Circle: District Taco (1919 M St NW) (Register)

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Beers with Peers
Nov
13
6:00 PM18:00

Beers with Peers

Join your fellow transportation geeks for happy hour! Nachos specials from 5-7PM, and $2-$6 off margaritas, beer, and cocktails! Please note that this is being held the second Wednesday instead of the third Wednesday this month. 

YPT members and non-members ages 21+ are welcome. Please register in advance if you plan to attend!

Location: El Rey (919 U St NW)

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DDOT Sign Shop Tour
Nov
13
2:00 PM14:00

DDOT Sign Shop Tour

  • 1338 G Street Southeast Washington, DC, 20003 United States (map)
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Join us for a tour of DDOT's Sign Shop (1338 G St SE) located just down the street from the Potomac Ave Metro Station (Blue/Orange/Silver Line). The tour will start at 2:00pm, and we've allotted approximately an hour. If weather conditions permit, there will be an optional bike/scooter ride departing from the 3rd & M St SE Capital Bikeshare Station on the east side of DDOT HQ (250 M St SE) at 1:40pm to ride to the Sign Shop together. 

You are not required to be a YPT member to join the tour (though it's only $20/year to become a YPT member!), but you must register using the link. Attendance will be capped at 20 people, so please register ASAP! You will need to sign a waiver in advance of the tour, so be on the lookout for a follow-up email after registration.

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Collabrewtive Walk & Roll on the Metropolitan Branch Trail
May
18
1:00 PM13:00

Collabrewtive Walk & Roll on the Metropolitan Branch Trail

Come enjoy an afternoon with us along the Metropolitan Branch Trail (MBT) on Saturday, May 18, 2024! We'll have a few folks from DDOT along for the ride to teach us about bikes, trails, and public space activation in the District as we walk and roll between spots along the MBT.

YPT-DC members get one (1) free drink at each location, so make sure to update your membership in advance! We'll track our progress on our Instagram story (@ypt_dc), so folks can join for the whole ride or drop in and out. Registration and additional details to follow. Ages 21+ only. 

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VASITE / CAPSITE / YPT Joint Spring Meeting
May
15
5:00 PM17:00

VASITE / CAPSITE / YPT Joint Spring Meeting

Please join us for the VASITE / CAPSITE / YPT Joint Spring Meeting on Wednesday, May 15, 2024 for a technical event and soccer match at Audi Field (100 Potomac Ave SW) in Buzzard Point! The event will include technical presentations, appetizers, drinks, and tickets to the match afterwards - all on-site at the stadium. Registration will open soon and more meeting announcements will be provided at that time!

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TRB Reception
Jan
7
6:00 PM18:00

TRB Reception

YPT-DC and the Young Professionals in Infrastructure (YPI) are teaming up again to host a joint reception at Calico (50 Blagden Alley NW) to kick off the 2024 Transportation Research Board (TRB) Annual Meeting. 

Come join us Sunday, January 7th from 6-8pm. The first round of drinks and food is covered for YPT and YPI members. See you there!

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YPT-DC Holiday Party 2023!!
Dec
14
6:30 PM18:30

YPT-DC Holiday Party 2023!!

Join your fellow transportation geeks to celebrate the holiday season with food and drinks provided to all YPT-DC members. Please make sure your membership is up to date - only $20 per year!

Location: Recessions Bar & Grill (1823 L St NW)

Please RSVP at the link below so we can best determine a headcount for the event. We're excited to see you there!

RSVP HERE!

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