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Downtown road closures in effect for Syracuse Jazz Fest

A white, square sign has a red circle in its center with a horizontal white line through the circle. This sign wordlessly instructs "do not enter" and is positioned on a blue gate closing off a street.
Several streets in downtown Syracuse are closed through Sunday, June 29 to accommodate the Syracuse International Jazz Fest.

Motorists who drive through downtown Syracuse will need to find alternate routes through the weekend. Several streets near Clinton Square are closed through June 29 for the Syracuse International Jazz Fest.

Erie Boulevard West, South Clinton Street, and West Water Street are among the roads already closed for event setup and performances. Additional closures may occur during peak hours, including parts of West Genesee, North Clinton, and West Willow Streets.

Here's a more detailed breakdown:

Road Closures:

  • Erie Boulevard West: Between S. Clinton and S. Franklin Streets.
  • S. Clinton Street: From W. Genesee to W. Washington Streets.
  • 200 Block of West Water Street: Between S. Clinton and S. Franklin Streets.
  • West Genesee Street: May be closed between N. Salina and S. Franklin Streets during peak event times.
  • N. Clinton Street: May be closed between W. Genesee and Herald Place during peak event times.
  • W. Willow Street: May be closed between N. Clinton and N. Franklin Streets during peak event times.

Duration:
The closures started on Wednesday, June 25th.
Some closures will remain in effect through Sunday, June 29th.

Tips for Travelers:
Plan for delays in the vicinity of the festival.
Consider alternate routes to avoid the impacted areas.
Check for updates on traffic conditions and further announcements from local authorities.

Drivers are encouraged to use alternate routes and check for updates. More information about the event is available at syracusejazzfest.com.

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