PHILADELPHIA – Today, the City announced road closures and parking restrictions for the “May Day Rally: Workers Over Billionaires”, a rally organized by the Philadelphia Council AFL-CIO, taking place on Thursday, May 1, 2025. The rally is scheduled from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. on the north apron of City Hall, followed by a march.
Based on expected crowd size, closures of adjacent and proximal roadways will be implemented to ensure public safety.
Significant traffic delays can be expected during the course of this event. Motorists are advised to avoid the area by using alternate routes and public transportation options including the Market-Frankford Line, Broad Street Line and Regional Rail.
Road closures, parking restrictions, and additional details can be found below.
Road Closures
The following streets will be closed for the rally starting at approximately 3:15 p.m. until approximately 6 p.m. on Thursday, May 1:
- John F. Kennedy Boulevard between Juniper Street and 15th Street
- North Broad Street between John F. Kennedy Boulevard and Arch Street
- Juniper Street between John F. Kennedy Boulevard and Market Street
The following streets are expected to be closed for a scheduled march starting at approximately 5 p.m. until approximately 7 p.m. on Thursday, May 1:
- John F. Kennedy Boulevard between 15th Street to Juniper Street
- 15th Street from John F. Kennedy Boulevard to South Penn Square
- Market Street from 16th Street to 15th Street
- South Penn Square from 15th Street to Juniper Street
- South Broad Street from Chestnut Street to South Penn Square
- Juniper Street from South Penn Square to John F. Kennedy Boulevard
- Market Street from Juniper Street to 13th Street
- North Broad Street from John F. Kennedy Boulevard to Vine Street
- Includes closures of cross streets
Additional road closures may be implemented based on conditions and public safety considerations.
Motorists can check conditions on more than 40,000 roadway miles, including state-controlled roads, by visiting www.511PA.com. 511PA, which is free and available 24 hours a day, provides traffic delay warnings, weather forecasts, traffic speed information and access to more than 1,000 traffic cameras.
Parking Restrictions
Motorists should take notice and must adhere to posted “Temporary No Stopping/Parking” signs. Vehicles parked in these locations during posted hours will be relocated. If you believe your car has been relocated, call the police district of the area where your car was parked.
Public Transportation
SEPTA Bus Routes 4, 16, 17, 31, 32, 33, 38, 44, 48, 62, 124, and 125 will be detoured from their normal routes through the Center City area beginning at 12:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 1 through approximately 7 p.m. Detours will be posted, and specific route changes are available on the System Status Page at www.septa.org and @SEPTA on X.
Public Safety Information
Attendees should never leave bags or other items unattended. In the event of an emergency or to report a suspicious person, activity, or item (backpack, package, container, etc.), notify a police officer immediately or call 9-1-1. Do not try to open, move, cover or touch a suspicious item.
In addition, 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.
For tips and general information about being prepared and ready at special events, read the Special Event Safety Guide before you attend.
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