Attention Bostonians and visitors alike—if you're planning on getting around the city this weekend, you'll want to take note of several traffic advisories in effect for a series of community events. The city's streets will be bustling with activities that include parades, races, and fairs which are bound to impact traffic and parking from Allston-Brighton to South Boston.
Starting with Allston-Brighton, a traffic advisory has indicated parking restrictions on Beacon Street to accommodate Boston College buses on September 26 and 27. Coming Sunday, September 28, Brighton Avenue and several nearby streets will host the annual Allston/Brighton Parade and Brian J. Honan 5K Run/Walk, followed by the Allston Village Street Fair. As such, expect parking to be tight and towing to be enforced along the routes.
In the Beacon Hill area, fitness enthusiasts will be lacing up for the annual Boston 10K for Women on October 11, with parking restrictions on Beacon Street, among others. Onlookers cheering on the runners should plan accordingly, as several side streets will be designated as tow zones for the event, effectively limiting parking options.
Meanwhile, over in Chinatown, the Double Ten Parade will be taking to the streets on October 4 to celebrate the Wuchang Uprising. The festivities will impact Beach and Hudson Streets, as noted in the city's announcement, that will be adorned with "No Parking" signs. While enjoying the cultural spectacle of the parade, remember to secure your vehicles in a legal spot, away from the procession's path.
Not to be left out, Mission Hill is joining in with the annual road race on September 27, necessitating parking restrictions on St. Alphonsus and Calumet Streets, to ensure runners have a clear path. Advancing south, drivers in Roslindale will need to navigate road closures and detours, as the beloved local parade marches down on October 5, with parking restrictions along key roads like Cummins Highway and Washington Street. In South Boston, the Colin's Joy 5K Road Race on September 27 will likewise lead to temporary parking bans, particularly around East Broadway.
For those looking to avoid getting snarled in street closures and parking headaches, the city urges use of alternative transit methods. Public transportation, biking, or even a good old-fashioned stroll may not just ease the traffic burden, but also provide a healthier way to navigate Boston during its bustling weekend full of local celebrations and community spirit.
