30-05-2025
Why are parts of Lincoln Memorial Drive and the Hoan Bridge closed this weekend?
The annual United Performing Arts Fund Ride for the Arts returns to downtown Milwaukee on June 1 — and that means you'll see some road closures this weekend.
The UPAF Ride for the Arts is a one-day recreational bike ride to raise funds for performing arts organizations, such as the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra and the Milwaukee Repertory Theater.
Here's a look at the route for the annual UPAF Ride for the Arts, and where to expect road closures this weekend:
The 20-mile loop will take cyclists north on Lincoln Memorial Drive and uses Interstate 794 from downtown Milwaukee to Cudahy over the Hoan bridge. The route will be closed to cars in both directions during the event.
Parts of Interstate 794 from Lincoln Memorial Drive to Howard Avenue will be closed to traffic during the ride from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m.
The official starting and finishing line for the event is at the Summerfest grounds, at Henry Maier Festival Park. Starting line festivities will start at 6:30 a.m. outside of the North Gate on the Summerfest grounds as riders will line up along North Harbor Drive to enter the loop course at 7 a.m.
The 2025 UPAF Ride for the Arts is on June 1, 2025 from 7 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Free parking is available at the Summerfest grounds, at Henry Maier Festival Park. Follow Erie Street southeast to lots P and H. Instructions will also be emailed to all registrants before the event, according to its website.
Bike ports will be available to park bicycles in Urban Park, outside the North gates of Summerfest. Make sure to bring your own bike lock to secure your bike.
You can find more information on its website here.
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This article originally appeared on Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: UPAF Ride for Arts: I-794, Lincoln Memorial, Hoan closed in Milwaukee
