22-04-2025
Parking, traffic details announced ahead of action-packed weekend in Huntsville
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WHNT) — The City of Huntsville is providing the public with information that could be helpful as far as parking, traffic details ahead of a busy weekend in the Rocket City.
This weekend the Panoply Arts Festival and multiple events at the Von Braun Center (VBC), are scheduled to take place. The City is providing a plan to help visitors navigate the downtown area with ease.
'There is plenty of available parking, and we want to ensure the public knows where these garages and lots are located – and how to get in and out of town with ease,' said John Ashburn, Parking Services Manager.
Traffic and parking information:
Use the Jefferson/Washington Street exit off I-565 to access downtown.
Huntsville Police will manage traffic throughout the weekend. Visitors are encouraged to arrive early and give themselves plenty of time to park and walk.
Check out the online map for parking options.
Street Closures (Full or Partial):
Williams Avenue westbound lane (between Church St. and Dr. Joseph Lowery Blvd.)
Monroe Street northbound lane (between Williams Ave and Clinton Ave.)
Church Street (from Huntsville Museum of Art to Garage M, 100 Church St.)
Free Shuttle Service:
To make parking easier, Huntsville Transit will offer free shuttles to and from event venues. Buses are scheduled to run every 15 minutes.
Shuttle Hours:
Friday, April 25: 2–10 p.m. (Route 1)
Saturday, April 26: 7 a.m.–10 p.m.
Sunday, April 27: 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
Free Parking & Shuttle routes:
Route 1: Free Parking + Orbit Shuttle
Route 2: Free Parking + Orbit Shuttle
You can see the downtown area parking map here to see the location of available parking decks/surface lots and their walking distance to Panoply and the VBC. Parking attendants will be on-site to help guide you to the closest available parking. On-street parallel parking will be free throughout the weekend. Cash or credit is accepted in City parking garages and lots.
For more information click here.
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