News Summary Baltimore will see major street closures and traffic delays this weekend due to the Charm City Live festival and a Baltimore Orioles home game. Street closures will begin as early as Friday and last through Sunday, affecting key routes near the event venues. Drivers are urged to find alternative routes and stay updated on traffic changes. The festival promises performances from prominent musicians and engaging activities for attendees. Baltimore is set to experience significant street closures and traffic disruptions this weekend due to the Charm City Live festival and a home game for the Baltimore Orioles. The Charm City Live festival will take place at War Memorial Plaza on Saturday from noon to 9 p.m., coinciding with the start of the Orioles game at 7:05 p.m. The Baltimore City Department of Transportation has announced that street closures will begin at 3 p.m. on Friday and will last until 2 a.m. on Sunday, with additional road closures occurring on Saturday from 3 a.m. through 2 a.m. on Sunday. Key streets affected by the closures include Fayette Street, which will be closed from President Street to Guilford Avenue, and Gay Street, closed from East Baltimore to East Saratoga Streets. Hamburg Street will also be closed from Leadenhall Street to Paca Street starting at 4 p.m. during the weekend. Furthermore, traffic adjustments will occur on Russell Street Service Drive starting at 5 p.m. on Monday before the Ravens game. Surrounding streets near M&T Bank Stadium will be temporarily closed in advance of the home games against the Orioles and the Ravens. In addition, Market Place and Water Street will experience closures starting 5 p.m. on Friday through 11:30 p.m. on Sunday for The Big Dill pickle party. Given the extensive street closures and parking restrictions, significant traffic delays are expected throughout downtown Baltimore. Drivers are advised to utilize alternate routes to avoid congestion and roadblocks. In response to the changing traffic patterns, temporary MDOT MTA Local Bus diversions will be in effect, with details available on the MDOT MTA’s website. The Charm City Circulator’s Green Route will also experience bus diversions for the weekend. Attendees of the Charm City Live festival can look forward to performances from well-known musicians such as Lucky Daye, The-Dream, Jeffrey Osborne, and Vivian Green. The event will feature a variety of activities, including a smoothie bike and a virtual reality avatar kiosk from the Peale Museum, providing engaging experiences for visitors. As the weekend festivities approach, attendees are encouraged to remain vigilant for changing traffic patterns and to be cautious of pedestrians in the area. With the convergence of these significant events, participants and attendees should plan accordingly, ensuring that they stay informed and ready for potential disruptions to their travel. The city is expected to have an influx of visitors eager to take part in the vibrant activities planned across downtown Baltimore. Deeper Dive: News & Info About This Topic HERE Resources South Lyon Community Schools Resume Classes After Network Outage Westside Community Schools to Resume Classes After Water Line Break Kyrene Elementary School District Considers School Closures Demolition Disrupts Downtown Baltimore Amid Fire Aftermath Demolition After Baltimore Fire Disrupts Local Businesses ICE Raid Sparks Chaos Near CIA Headquarters Hampden Businesses Suffer Revenue Losses from Cycling Event Students Taken into Custody after Weapon Found at High School Hampden Businesses in Baltimore Face Revenue Losses After Cycling Classic Construction Begins on Granby Street Bike Lane Project Additional Resources WBAL TV: Street Closures Downtown Baltimore The Baltimore Banner: Baltimore Traffic Road Closures WBAL: Street Closures for Charm City Live Wikipedia: Baltimore FOX Baltimore: Road Closures Downtown Baltimore
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