MORNING DIGEST: Big crowds expected for jam-packed weekend of events in Cleveland

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Big crowds expected for jam-packed weekend of events in Cleveland

There are several big events in the city of Cleveland this weekend. The Feast of the Assumption runs through Sunday. Country star Morgan Wallen arrives at Huntington Bank Field tonight and tomorrow for his ‘I’m the Problem’ tour. The excitement wraps up Sunday with the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Half Marathon. Here's a look at the following road closures and parking restrictions, as large crowds are expected downtown:

Feast of the Assumption:

• August 15:
  
  • Mayfield Road from Circle to E. 124th Street - 9:00am until 1:00am
• August 16:
  
  • Mayfield Road from Circle to E. 124th Street - 10:30am until 1:00am
• August 17:
  
  • Mayfield Road from Circle to E. 124th Street - 10:30am until 1:00am
    

Morgan Wallen at Huntington Bank Field:

• August 15 & 16:

  • W. 3rd Street north of Lakeside Avenue – 5:00pm until event ends
  • E. 9th Street north of Lakeside Avenue – 5:00pm until event ends
  • Egress traffic remains open for people leaving downtown.
  • Road closures will end approx. 1 hour after the event ends.
    

Parking Restrictions

• Traffic is expected to be heavy prior to and following the event. It is always best practice to check nearby poles, posts, and meters to look for signage outlining restrictions. Click here for more information on City parking and downtown lots.
  

Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Half Marathon:

• The following exit ramps and road closures will go into effect on August 17 at approximately 6:45 a.m. and run through the end of the event:

  • E. 9th Street north of Lakeside Avenue
  • E. 9th Street Westbound
  • E. 9th Street Eastbound
  • Route 2 Eastbound to Lakeside Avenue
  • Erieside Avenue will have limited access
    

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