News Summary
Motorists in downtown Las Vegas are advised to prepare for considerable road closures this September due to various events such as festivals, expos, and commemorative marches. Key events include First Friday, Vegas Tiny Homes Expo, First Responders March, and more, each contributing to significant traffic disruptions. Drivers are encouraged to consider alternative routes and plan extra travel time to avoid delays related to these activities.
Las Vegas – Motorists are advised to plan ahead as several upcoming events in downtown Las Vegas are set to cause multiple road closures throughout September. The city will host various activities, including festivals, expos, and commemorative events, which will significantly affect traffic in the area.
First Friday
The road closures for the First Friday event will commence at 6 a.m. on September 5, with roads reopening at 1 a.m. on September 6. Significant closures will include:
- Boulder Avenue to Hoover Avenue
- Art Way to First Street
- Main Street from Charleston Boulevard to Coolidge Avenue
Vegas Tiny Homes Expo
Closures related to the Vegas Tiny Homes Expo will begin at 6 p.m. on September 4 and conclude at 6 a.m. on September 8. Key closures for this event include:
- Third Street from Bridger Avenue to Carson Avenue
- Bridger Avenue from Casino Center Boulevard to Third Street
First Responders March
The First Responders March is scheduled for September 11, with road closures starting at 4 p.m. and reopening at midnight. Motorists should expect these closures:
- Third Street between Ogden Avenue and Stewart Avenue
- Ogden Avenue from Casino Center Boulevard to Fourth Street
Fremont East Block Party
Another event, the Fremont East Block Party, will cause road closures starting at 10 a.m. on September 12 and ending at 1 a.m. on September 13. The main closures will be:
- Fremont Street from Las Vegas Boulevard to Seventh Street
- Sixth Street from Carson Avenue to Ogden Avenue
Fremont East Art Festival
On September 13, from noon to 10 p.m., the Fremont East Art Festival will result in the following road closures:
- Fremont Street from Seventh to Ninth Streets
- Eighth Street from Carson Avenue to Ogden Avenue
Inaugural Oktoberfest
The Inaugural Oktoberfest is set to run from 12 a.m. on September 19 through 5 p.m. on September 22, resulting in road closures, notably:
- Fremont Street from Las Vegas Boulevard to Seventh Street
- Sixth Street from Carson Avenue to Ogden Avenue
Live Art Event
A Live Art Event will see alley closures starting at 3 p.m. on September 20, reopening at 3 a.m. on September 21. The closure will affect:
- An alley off Casino Center Boulevard and California Avenue
Annual Running and Walking Event
To commemorate the October 1, 2017, mass shooting, an Annual Running and Walking Event will cause road closures from 4 a.m. to noon on September 28. The affected areas will include:
- Fremont Street from Las Vegas Boulevard to Ninth Street
- Las Vegas Boulevard from Fremont to Hoover avenues
- Sixth Street from Hoover to Lewis avenues
Utility Work for Brightline West High-Speed Rail Project
Additionally, utility work associated with the Brightline West High-Speed Rail Project will lead to closures at the Interstate 15/Sloan Road interchange from 8 p.m. on September 3 until 6 a.m. on September 4. Specific closures will involve:
- I-15 northbound on and off ramps at Sloan
- Sloan Road closed to westbound traffic at Las Vegas Boulevard
Officials have stated that digital messaging boards will be deployed to warn drivers about the upcoming road impacts due to these events and construction activities. Motorists are encouraged to consider alternative routes and allow extra travel time during these periods to avoid delays.
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