PHILADELPHIA – Today, the City announced road closures and parking restrictions for the 250th U.S. Army Birthday Celebration. The 250th U.S. Army Birthday Celebration is a free three-day celebration hosted by the Penn & Franklin Chapter of the Association of the United States Army (AUSA). The celebration begins on Friday, June 13, and concludes on Sunday, June 15.

The full schedule of events is available online at ausa.org/goarmy250.

Traffic delays can be expected during the course of these events. 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 6 a.m. until approximately 5 p.m. on Thursday, June 12 and Friday, June 13:

  • North curb lane of Market Street between 5th Street and 6th Street

The following streets will be closed beginning at 6 a.m. until approximately 10 p.m. on Saturday, June 14:

  • Market Street between 4th Street and 6th Street
  • Chestnut Street between 5th Street and 6th Street
  • Arch Street between 4th Street and 6th Street
  • Ranstead Street between 4th Street and 5th Street
  • 6th Street between Race Street and Chestnut Street
  • 5th Street between Race Street and Chestnut Street

The following streets will be closed beginning at 6 a.m. until approximately 2 p.m. on Sunday, June 15:

  • 2nd Street between Filbert Street and Chestnut Street
  • 5th Street between Chestnut Street and Walnut Street
  • 6th Street between Chestnut Street and Spruce Street
  • Chestnut Street between 2nd Street and 6th Street
  • Walnut Street between 5th Street and 6th Street

 

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 will be detoured from their normal routes beginning at 4 a.m. on Saturday, June 14, through approximately 11 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

Throughout the event, the City will provide law-enforcement support, traffic control, and emergency medical services for the event and in the surrounding vicinity.

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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