This weekend in New York City, there will be several events happening that will result in road closures across all five boroughs. The 98th annual Religious Feast of San Gennaro will be taking place in Little Italy, Manhattan until September 22. Additionally, the United Nations General Assembly will cause multiple street closures on both Saturday and Sunday, lasting until September 24.
For the San Gennaro festival, several streets in Manhattan will be closed from September 12 to September 22, including Mott Street, Mulberry Street, Baxter Street, and more. The UN General Assembly will have closures in Manhattan from September 10 to September 24 in various locations such as FDR Drive, Park Avenue, 5th Avenue, and more.
In addition to these events, there will be other festivals and parades happening across the city. The 8th Avenue Fall Fair will take place between 23rd Street and 14th Street in Manhattan. The Moon Festival Parade in Queens will have closures on Main Street and Elder Avenue. Rev Angel Valentin’s Corner in Manhattan, Santina DiStefano Way in Staten Island, and Shri Guru Ravidass Marg in Queens will also have closures.
The 22nd Autumn Moon Cultural Festival and Children’s Lantern Parade will be happening in Manhattan from September 15 to 17, with closures on Mott Street. The 55th Annual African American Day Parade will have closures on Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd, Lenox Avenue, and other surrounding streets in Manhattan.
The 31st Annual Fall Symphony Fair will take place on Broadway between 86th Street and 96th Street in Manhattan. The Mexican Independence Parade in Brooklyn will have closures on 5th Avenue between 41st Street and 59th Street. There will also be street closures for Michael P. McCauley Way in the Bronx, Ralph Mercado Way in Brooklyn, Nicholas Otoniel Feliz Dominici Way in the Bronx, and Our Lady of Grace Way in Queens.
As you navigate the city this weekend, be prepared for these road closures and plan your routes accordingly to avoid any delays or inconveniences. Stay informed about the events happening in your area and enjoy the festivities while being mindful of the traffic changes.