Country music fans flocking to The Ford Center at The Star in Frisco for the Academy of Country Music Awards on May 16 should brace for road closures and bumper-to-bumper traffic. City officials are sending out the word: plan your route ahead of time, or better yet, avoid the area if you can. According to the City of Frisco, roads will start shutting down as early as 1 p.m., and the tangle of cars will only thicken as showtime approaches.
Motorists are urged to steer clear of Warren Pkwy. and Dallas Pkwy's intersection, especially when the ACM shindig lets out and the great Texan exodus begins, around 9 p.m. And local traffic? You've got a better shot at a stress-free ride if you pivot to Lebanon Rd. Pro tip: the Waze app has your back, with updates on the fly to get you through the fray or keep you clear of it.
Closures will remain in full force till 11 p.m., making it tough for residents north of the venue at Frisco Station. Aim for detour routes via Lebanon Rd. or John Hickman Pkwy. To ease the pain of parking, organizers recommend attendees eyeball maps and directions to available spots.
