News Summary
Motorists in downtown Las Vegas should prepare for significant road closures throughout September due to scheduled events such as festivals and commemorative marches. Events like the First Friday Festival, Vegas Tiny Homes Expo, and First Responders March will result in the temporary closure of key streets, impacting traffic flow in the area. Attendees are encouraged to allow extra travel time and consider alternate routes or public transportation.
Las Vegas – Motorists in downtown Las Vegas are advised to plan their travel routes carefully due to several significant road closures that will take effect throughout September 2024. A variety of events, including festivals, a commemoration march, and other activities, are set to occur during this month, prompting the temporary closure of key streets in the area.
Upcoming Events and Road Closures
The month kicks off with the First Friday Festival on September 5, which will necessitate road closures starting at 6 a.m. and lasting until 1 a.m. on September 6. Major street closures for this event will include Boulder to Hoover avenues, Art Way to First Street, and Main Street from Charleston Boulevard to Coolidge Avenue.
Running concurrently will be the Vegas Tiny Homes Expo from September 4 to September 8. Road closures for this event will commence at 6 p.m. on September 4 and will reopen at 6 a.m. on September 8. Key closures during this time include Third Street from Bridger to Carson avenues and Bridger Avenue from Casino Center Boulevard to Third Street.
Notable Commemorative Events
On September 11, a First Responders March will take place to honor the victims of 9/11. This event will lead to road closures starting at 4 p.m. and reopening at midnight on September 12. Significant streets affected will be Third Street between Ogden and Stewart avenues and Ogden Avenue from Casino Center Boulevard to Fourth Street.
The following day, September 12, will see a Block Party on Fremont East, with roads closing from 10 a.m. to 1 a.m. on September 13. Major closures will include Fremont Street from Las Vegas Boulevard to Seventh Street and Sixth Street from Carson to Ogden avenues.
Art and Cultural Festivals
Another cultural highlight is the Art Festival on Fremont East, scheduled for September 13. Road closures will take place from noon until 10 p.m., affecting Fremont Street from Seventh to Ninth streets and Eighth Street from Carson to Ogden avenues.
The month’s festivities will culminate in the inaugural Oktoberfest from September 19 to September 22. Road closures will start at midnight on September 19 and will remain in effect until 5 p.m. on September 22. Affected streets during this timeframe include Fremont Street from Las Vegas Boulevard to Seventh Street and Sixth Street from Carson to Ogden avenues.
A Live Art Event at the Cornish Pasty will cause alley closures on September 20, with the closure beginning at 3 p.m. and reopening at 3 a.m. the following day. The affected alley is located off Casino Center Boulevard and California Avenue.
Final Road Closure Events
Lastly, a Run and Walk Event commemorating the October 1 shootings will occur on September 28. Road closures for this event will begin at 4 a.m. and last until noon. Key closures will take place on Fremont Street from Las Vegas Boulevard to Ninth Street, Las Vegas Boulevard from Fremont to Hoover avenues, and Sixth Street from Hoover to Lewis avenues.
Prepare for Traffic Delays
Participants and attendees of these events are encouraged to allow extra travel time, seek alternate routes, and take public transportation when possible. These gatherings reflect the city’s vibrant community spirit and paying homage to important causes but may disrupt normal traffic flow during the busy month of September.
As the city gears up for these impactful events, local authorities are working to manage the traffic implications to ensure safety and accessibility for all. The public is advised to stay informed of local traffic updates to navigate through downtown efficiently.
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