PHILADELPHIA – Today, the City announced road closures and parking restrictions for the “No Kings Protest”, a march and rally organized by Indivisible Philadelphia, taking place on Saturday, June 14, 2025. The march is scheduled to start between 12 p.m. and 12:30 p.m. 

Assembly for the march is expected to take place as early as 10 a.m. at Love Park (JFK Plaza), on 16th Street between John F. Kennedy Boulevard and Cherry Street, on  Benjamin Franklin Parkway between 16th Street and 17th Street, and on Arch Street between 15th Street and 16th Street.  At 12:30 p.m., the march will proceed westbound on Benjamin Franklin Parkway to the rally location at Eakins Oval and the Philadelphia Museum of Art East Apron.  The rally is scheduled from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. 

Based on expected crowd size, closures of adjacent and proximal roadways may 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 setup starting at approximately 3 a.m. until approximately 5 p.m. on Saturday, June 14:

  • Eakins Oval between Kelly Drive and MLK Drive (in front of the Philadelphia Museum of Art)
  • Kelly Drive inbound (closed at Fairmount Avenue)

The following streets will be closed for the march assembly area starting at approximately 10 a.m. until approximately 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 14:

  • Arch Street from 15th Street to 16th Street
  • 16th Street from John F. Kennedy Boulevard to Cherry Street
  • Benjamin Franklin Parkway from 16th Street to 17th Street

The following streets will be closed for the scheduled march starting at approximately 11:30 a.m. until approximately 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 14:

  • Benjamin Franklin Parkway (all lanes) from 18th Street to Eakins Oval
    • Includes closures of cross streets

The following streets will be closed for the rally starting at approximately 11:30 a.m. until approximately 5 p.m. on Saturday, June 14:

  • 2200-2300 Benjamin Franklin Parkway
    • Includes closures of cross streets
  • Spring Garden Street from Pennsylvania Avenue to Benjamin Franklin Parkway
  • 23rd Street from Pennsylvania Avenue to Benjamin Franklin Parkway
  • Kelly Drive (both directions) from Eakins Oval to Sedgley Drive
  • Spring Garden Street Bridge (inbound)

Additional road closures may be implemented based on conditions and public safety considerations.

Road closures will be lifted as streets are cleared of pedestrians and serviced.

 

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 in the Philadelphia Museum of Art area will be detoured from their normal routes beginning at 3 a.m. on Saturday, June 14. SEPTA bus routes through the Center City area will be detoured from their normal routes beginning at 8 a.m. on Saturday, June 14, through approximately 5 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.

 

Public Safety Alerts 

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