Road Closures Announced in Tempe
A rivalry dating back to 1899 is set to escalate in intensity Friday night, as the Territorial Cup stirs anticipation throughout Tempe. The city is enacting significant road closures and reroutes in preparation for the event and accompanying festivities.
Key Closures and Traffic Changes
- Roads including Mill Avenue and Rural will close from 10 p.m. Friday to 3 p.m. Saturday due to homecoming events and sports games.
- Rio Salado Parkway will be closed between Ash and Mill Avenue from 4 a.m. Saturday until noon on Tuesday.
- Eastbound Rio Salado Parkway will close between Hardy and McClintock from 5:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday, while westbound lanes are closed between Mill and Priest during the same hours.
- Detours take drivers to Apache, McDowell, or Loop 202. On eastbound 202, drivers exiting at Scottsdale Road can go north only.
- Expect restrictions or closures on at least half of Tempe's primary streets all weekend.
City Preparations
There are going to be significant changes to traffic, with all hands on deck for a packed weekend of sporting and community events.
- City planners advise residents and visitors to use public transportation options, such as the Valley Metro or Orbit Bus System, for convenience and to avoid parking challenges.
- Event organizers remind all participants and fans to check local city and transportation updates for real-time road closure details.
Additional Information
- Electric scooters and shared bicycles will not be available or allowed within the event perimeter.
- All available metered parking is free for cars displaying required disabled access plates or placards, with dedicated accessible spaces in designated areas.
Author’s summary
Tempe will see extensive road closures and transit reroutes due to Territorial Cup events, with city officials recommending public transportation and cautioning about major traffic changes for the weekend.
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