WeHo Pride Celebrations: Road Closures Announced
Pride Month is approaching, and with it comes a host of events and celebrations to honor and support the LGBTQ+ community. One of the most anticipated events is the WeHo Pride festival in West Hollywood. The festivities will kick off with “Friday Night at OUTLOUD,” featuring performances by Kesha, Adam Lambert, and other artists at West Hollywood Park. The Women’s Freedom Festival, Dyke March, and WeHo Pride Street Fair will follow throughout the weekend, culminating in the WeHo Pride Parade on Sunday afternoon.
To accommodate these events, several streets in and around West Hollywood will be closed to ensure the safety and smooth flow of traffic. According to city officials, the following road closures will be in effect:
– North San Vicente Boulevard from Melrose Avenue to Santa Monica Boulevard from 7 p.m. Thursday until 10 a.m. Monday
– Eastbound Santa Monica Boulevard from North La Cienega Boulevard to North Doheny Drive from noon Friday until 7 a.m. Monday
– North Robertson Boulevard from Santa Monica Boulevard to Melrose Avenue from noon Friday until 7 a.m. Monday
– Westbound Santa Monica Boulevard from North La Cienega Boulevard to North Doheny Drive from 6 a.m. Saturday until 7 a.m. Monday
– North San Vicente Boulevard from Santa Monica Boulevard to Cynthia Street from 6 a.m. Saturday until 7 a.m. Monday
– Santa Monica Boulevard from North Fairfax Avenue to North Doheny Drive, including side streets one block north and south, on Sunday from 5 a.m. until 5 p.m.
In addition to road closures, several parking facilities will also be affected:
– West Hollywood parking structures and lots from 7 p.m. Thursday until 10 a.m. Monday
– Plummer Park south lot from 7 p.m. Thursday until noon Monday
– Robertson parking lot from 7 p.m. Thursday until 10 a.m. Monday
As WeHo Pride approaches, residents and visitors are encouraged to plan ahead and be aware of the road closures and parking restrictions in the area. The celebrations promise to be a vibrant and exciting tribute to the LGBTQ+ community, and with proper preparation, attendees can fully enjoy the festivities without any transportation hassles.
