Weekend Road Closures for Thursday, June 27th Through Sunday, June 30, 2024

The Baltimore City Department of Transportation (BCDOT) would like to advise motorists of the temporary road closures and traffic modifications for the following activities this weekend.  Please download the Waze.com app for live detour navigation.  All activities are weather permitting and BCDOT is not responsible for providing status updates.
 

Traffic Modifications for Mayor Scott’s Rock the Block Party

This afternoon, a portion of Towanda Avenue will temporary close for Mayor Scott’s Rock the Block Party.

In preparation for the event, Towanda Avenue will be closed to through traffic today, Thursday, June 27, 2024, from approximately 2:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. with detours and parking restrictions in effect. 

Motorists traveling in this vicinity should be on the watch for changing traffic patterns and are encouraged to use alternate routes to avoid delays.  

Traffic Modifications for Baltimore Orioles Home Games

This weekend, temporary road closures and parking restrictions will be implemented for the Baltimore Orioles home games against the Texas Rangers at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. 

Motorists should be advised that all parking restrictions and residential permit parking regulations will be strictly enforced in the vicinity of the stadium.  Patrons who do not have a parking permit for any of the stadium lots are strongly encouraged to use public transportation.  Increased traffic delays should be expected due to the Key Bridge closure.  With a variety of transit options including the Metro Subway, Light Rail, Local Bus, and the Charm City Circulator, fans can easily use mass transit from numerous locations in and around Baltimore. 

Baseball fans that drive to the game should utilize commercial parking facilities north of the stadium and avoid parking in area neighborhoods.  Transportation Enforcement Officers will enforce posted parking restrictions and residential permit parking regulations in the vicinity of the stadium.  Vehicles parked in violation will be ticketed and towed.  Motorists with questions concerning the location of their vehicles should call 311. 

In preparation for the games, the following streets will be closed on Friday, June 28, 2024, starting at 4:00 p.m., Saturday, June 29th starting at 4:00 p.m., and Sunday, June 30th starting at 4:00 p.m. (times approximate) with detours in effect: 

• Eutaw Street from Pratt to Camden Streets
• Camden Street from Howard to Russell Streets
• Hamburg Street from Russell to Leadenhall Streets

In addition, the following parking restrictions will be implemented on Friday, June 28^th, Saturday, June 29th and Sunday, June 30, 2024, in the vicinity of the stadium: 

• East side of Eutaw Street from Pratt to Lombard Streets
• North side of Conway Street from Charles to Sharp Streets
• East side of Greene Street from Lombard Street to Washington Boulevard
• North side of Pratt Street from Greene Street to Paca Street

Transportation Enforcement Officers will be stationed at key intersections to assist with the movement of traffic in the downtown area.  Motorists traveling in this vicinity should be on the watch for pedestrians, especially when approaching designated crosswalks.  

Traffic Modifications for Baltimore Trans Pride Parade and Festival

This Saturday, traffic modifications will be implemented for Baltimore Trans Pride Parade and Festival.

In preparation for the festival, the following road closures will be implemented from approximately 6:00 a.m. on Saturday, June 29th until 1:00 a.m. on Sunday, June 30, 2024, with detours and parking restrictions in effect:

• N. Charles Street from North Avenue to 23^rd Street
• 20th Street from Morton to N. Lovegrove Streets 
• 21st Street from Morton to N. Lovegrove Streets 
• 22nd Street from Morton to N. Lovegrove Streets 
• 23rd Street from Maryland Avenue to N. Lovegrove Street 

In addition, the following road closures will be implemented for the parade on Saturday, June 29, 2024, from approximately 10:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. with detours and parking restrictions in effect:

• N. Charles Street from 33rd to 23rd Streets
• Art Museum Drive from Wyman Park Drive to N. Charles Street

Parade Route:
Parade participants will begin staging at 11:00 a.m. along 33^rd and Charles Streets.  The parade will begin at approximately 1:00 p.m. and will travel southbound on N. Charles Street to disband at 23rd Street.

Motorists should be advised that temporary traffic stops will be implemented during the parade for the safety of participants.  Vehicles at all major signalized intersections along the parade route should be allowed to cross the parade during breaks in the procession.  Motorists traveling in this vicinity should be on the watch for changing traffic patterns and are encouraged to use alternate routes to avoid delays.  

Charm City Circulator Service Alert:  On Saturday, June 29, 2024, the Charm City Circulator will be operating its regular service hours with detours and stop closures in effect during this event.  Patrons should visit or download the Passio Go! app for detour information.

Traffic Modifications for Weekend Activities

This weekend, temporary lane and road closures will be in effect for various activities.

On Saturday, June 29, 2024, the following lane and road closures will be implemented (times approximate):

• Jones Falls Expressway/I-83 southbound right lane closures between the Druid Park Lake Drive exit and North Avenue exit 6:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. (guard rail repairs)
• MD 295 northbound and southbound left lane closures between Hamburg Street and the city/county line 6:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (cleaning activities)
• 2100 block Mulberry Street closure 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. (utility work)
• Lexington Street closure between Park Avenue and Greene Street 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. (special event)

On Sunday, June 30, 2024, the following lane closures will be implemented (times approximate):

• Jones Falls Expressway/I-83 northbound and southbound left lane closures between Fayette Street and the city/county line 6:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. (cleaning activities)

Motorists traveling in these vicinities should be on the watch for changing traffic patterns and are encouraged to use alternate routes. 

Traffic Modifications for the Baltimore Farmers' Market

This Sunday, traffic modifications will be in effect for the Baltimore Farmers' Market, which is held under the Jones Falls Expressway along Saratoga Street between Holliday and Gay Streets.

On Sunday, June 30, 2024, the following street and lane closures will be implemented from approximately 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. with parking restrictions in effect:

• Holliday Street closed from E. Pleasant Street to E. Saratoga Street
• Pleasant Street closed at Holliday Street
• Hillen Street center lane closure between Front Street and Fallsway

Motorists traveling in this vicinity should be on the watch for changing traffic patterns and are encouraged to use alternate routes.

Lane Closures for CFG Bank Arena Event

This Sunday, temporary lane closures will be implemented in the vicinity of the CFG Bank Arena for an arena event.

In preparation for the event, the following lane closures will be implemented from approximately 8:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 30^th until 1:00 a.m. on Monday, July 1, 2024:

• Howard Street left lane closure from Camden to Pratt Streets
• Lombard Street right lane closure from Hopkins Plaza to Howard Street 
• Baltimore Street left lane closure from Howard Street to Park Avenue
• Pratt Street left lane closure from Eutaw to Howard Streets

Motorists traveling in this vicinity should be on the watch for changing traffic patterns and are encouraged to use alternate routes.

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