City Announces Road Closures and Parking Restrictions for 2020 Mummers Parade
PHILADELPHIA—The City of Philadelphia today released the road closures and parking restrictions associated with the 2020 Mummers Parade. Parking restrictions will begin on December 27, 2019 along portions of the parade route, which starts at City Hall and moves south to Washington Avenue via Broad Street. The parade will take place on January 1, 2020. Most parking and traffic restrictions will be lifted upon the conclusion of the event. A full event story map is available online at phila.gov/mummers.
Road Closures & Parking Restrictions
Friday, December 27, 2019
Parking is prohibited from 6 p.m. on December 27, 2019 through 6 p.m on January 2, 2020, on the east side of 15th Street from John F. Kennedy Boulevard to South Penn Square.
Saturday, December 28, 2019
Two eastbound travel lanes on 15th Street will be closed from John F. Kennedy Boulevard to South Penn Square from 7 a.m. on December 28, 2019 through 7 a.m. on January 2, 2020 for equipment load-in and staging. 15th Street may be closed completely for short intervals during this time frame.
Sunday, December 29, 2019
Parking is prohibited from 6 p.m. on December 29, 2019 through 6 p.m. on January 2, 2020, on the west side of 15th Street from Arch Street to Ranstead Street. Street/sidewalk vendors will not be permitted to park in this area during this time frame.
Monday, December 30, 2019
15th Street will be closed to southbound traffic at John F. Kennedy Boulevard on December 30, 2019 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. (Noon) for equipment delivery and setup.
Tuesday, December 31, 2019
Parking is prohibited on the following streets from 4 a.m. on December 31, 2019 through 6 p.m. on January 1, 2020:
- Market Street from 15th Street to 21st Street (both sides)
- John F. Kennedy Boulevard from Juniper Street to 20th Street (both sides)
15th Street will be closed to vehicular traffic from John F. Kennedy Boulevard to Market Street from 10 a.m. on December 31, 2019 through 7 a.m. on January 2, 2020.
Market Street will be closed to vehicular traffic from 15th Street to 16th Street from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on December 31, 2019. At 3 p.m., Market Street will re-open and traffic will be permitted to travel eastbound on Market Street to 15th Street and continue southbound on 15th Street.
Wednesday, January 1, 2020
The following streets will be closed to vehicular traffic beginning at 3 a.m. on January 1, 2020 through the conclusion of the parade:
- 15th Street from Arch Street to Chestnut Street
- Market Street from 15th Street to 16th Street
Broad Street will be closed to vehicular traffic from South Penn Square to Washington Avenue on January 1, 2020—beginning at 7 a.m. through the conclusion of the parade.
Vehicular traffic will not be permitted to cross Broad Street while the parade is in progress. Delays can be expected during the course of the event. Motorists are advised to avoid the area by using alternate routes and allow for extra driving time in areas near the event. Those driving should also refrain from double-parking, which creates congestion, limits traffic flow, and is illegal.
Additional Parking Restrictions on January 1, 2020
Temporary “No Parking” zones will be in effect from 2 a.m. to 6 p.m. on January 1, 2020—both sides of street unless otherwise noted:
- Broad Street from Arch Street to Ellsworth Street
- Juniper Street from John F. Kennedy Boulevard to South Penn Square (east side)
- South Penn Square from Juniper Street to 15th Street
- Benjamin Franklin Parkway from 16th Street to 20th Street
- North Side of Logan Circle
- North Broad Street from Cherry Street to John F. Kennedy Boulevard
- 16th Street from Chestnut Street to Race Street
- 17th Street from Ben Franklin Parkway to Ludlow Street
- 18th Street from Race Street to Ludlow Street
- 19th Street from Ben Franklin Parkway to Chestnut Street
- 19th Street from John F. Kennedy Boulevard to Market Street
- 1500 block of Ranstead Street
- 1300 block of Carpenter Street
- 1000 block of South 13th Street
- Chestnut Street from 15th Street to 18th Street (north side)
- Cherry Street from 15th Street to 17th Street
- Arch Street from 15th Street to 17th Street
- Washington Avenue from 12th Street to 18th Street
Public Transportation
Due to event-related street closures, attendees are encouraged to use the SEPTA Broad Street and Market-Frankford Lines to access the parade area. Bus detours, alerts and general information can be found on SEPTA’s website.
Public Safety Information
No bags or items should be left unattended. In the event of an emergency or to report a suspicious person, activity or item (a backpack, a package, a container)—notify a police officer immediately or call 9-1-1. Do not try to open, move, cover or touch a suspicious item.
The public should expect congestion in the area. If you are attending the event, make a plan regarding driving, public transit, parking, and supervision of children. It is recommended that attendees wear comfortable, weather-appropriate attire.
All locations referenced above and the surrounding area are designated as a “No-Drone Zone.” Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) and drones of any kind are not permitted.
For tips and general information about being prepared and ready at special events, read the Special Event Safety Guide.
Additional Information for Media
Press credential inquiries for the Mummers Parade should be directed to: Kim Comey at kim.comey@phila.gov. General media inquiries about the event can be sent to Jenna Communications at jsherlock@jennacommunications.com or 609-369-3482.