D.C. Weekend Events: Bike Ride, Concerts, and More—Expect Traffic Disruptions
Last updated on September 10th, 2024 at 02:09 pm
This weekend in D.C. is packed with great events, and with that comes road closures and parking restrictions. Here’s a breakdown of everything happening and how it might affect your plans.
Events and Traffic Updates
Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024:
– DC Bike Ride 2024
– Time: Starts at 8 a.m.
– Road Closures: 12th Street NW & Constitution Ave NW to 300 Pennsylvania Ave NW.
– Closures & No Parking: Several streets, including Pennsylvania Ave NW, 4th St NW, 6th St NW, Constitution Ave NW, and more, will be closed from Friday evening to Saturday afternoon.
– D.C. State Fair
– Location: Franklin Park (13th & 14th streets NW, between K and I streets)
– Time: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
– Traffic Impact: Expect increased foot traffic in the area.
– Bruce Springsteen Concert
– Location: Nationals Park
– Time: 7:30 p.m.
– Traffic Impact: Heavy traffic around the venue; consider using public transport.
Sunday, Sept. 8, 2024:
– More Than Pink Walk (Breast Cancer Research Walk)
– Time: Starts at 9 a.m., with road closures from early morning.
– Location: Freedom Plaza, with the route passing along Pennsylvania Ave NW to The Capitol and back.
– Closures & No Parking: Major streets like Pennsylvania Ave NW, 13th St NW, and Constitution Ave NW will have closures from 12 a.m. to 3 p.m.
– Adams Morgan Day
– Location: 18th Street NW, from Kalorama Rd NW to Columbia Rd NW.
– Time: Starting at noon.
– Traffic Impact: Thousands expected in the area; parking will be limited, and road closures are in place. Use Metro for easier access.
Road Closures and Parking Restrictions
| Event | Date | Time | Affected Roads/Areas |
| DC Bike Ride 2024 | Sept. 7, 2024 | 6:00 p.m. (Sept 6) – 5:00 p.m. | Pennsylvania Ave NW, Constitution Ave NW, and surrounding streets from 12th St NW to 27th St NW. |
| More Than Pink Walk | Sept. 8, 2024 | 12:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. | Pennsylvania Ave NW, 3rd St NW, Constitution Ave NW, Independence Ave NW. |
| Adams Morgan Day | Sept. 8, 2024 | Starting at noon | 18th Street NW from Kalorama Rd NW to Columbia Rd NW. |
With multiple events, large crowds, and numerous road closures, organizers are encouraging the use of Metro and other public transportation to avoid traffic.
