These Saskatoon roads are closed Sunday for the Sask. marathon
The Saskatchewan Marathon is set to take place on Sunday, May 25, and the road closures will start at 5 a.m., affecting several major roads in Saskatoon.
The City of Saskatoon says the following roads will be closed on Sunday:
- Ruth Street from St Henry Avenue to Herman Avenue
- Taylor Street from St. Henry Avenue to Eastlake Avenue
- Traffic bridge from 11th Street to 19th Street
- Victoria Avenue NB lanes from 11th Street to Taylor Street
- Spadina Crescent from 2nd Avenue to 3rd Avenue
- Spadina Crescent NB lanes from 20th Street to Pinehouse Drive
- 3rd Avenue NB lanes from 19th Street to 20th Street
- 20th Street EB lanes from 3rd Avenue to Spadina Crescent
Saskatchewan Marathon
Detours will be in place to guide motorists around the race route, and roadways will reopen as racers complete various stages. All roads are expected to be open by 1:30 p.m., weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.
Drivers are reminded to drive carefully, watch for participants and officials, and be aware of 'no parking' signs along the marathon route.
The city says Saskatoon Transit may also be affected by these detours.
Runners will start the day at Diefenbaker Park and wind their way through whatever route they signed up for. Runners can do the MaraFun 2.2 kilometre trek, all the way up to the 42.2-kilometre run.
Last year's marathon drew a record 5,000 participants.
For more information on current road restrictions and construction, click here.
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