HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WHNT) — The Huntsville Police Department is asking drivers to be aware of some road closures during the VBC 5K Music Run this weekend.
HPD said it will temporarily implement road closures in downtown Huntsville for the race on Saturday.
The race is set to begin at 8 a.m. and is expected to end by 9 a.m. For the safety of runners and spectators, Monroe Street from Clinton Avenue to Williams Avenue will be closed to all traffic starting at 6:30 a.m.
The road will reopen once the event ends.
Drivers are encouraged to plan ahead, use alternate routes and allow extra time for travel if commuting in the downtown area on race morning. HPD officers will be on-site to direct traffic and ensure a safe environment for participants and the community.
The race kicks off Huntsville Music Month and is also a celebration of the VBC’s 50th anniversary.
“For five decades, the VBC has been your place to celebrate, cheer, and sing along to your favorite bands. Now, the stage is expanding into the streets with help from the Huntsville Music Office, local musicians will perform live along the route—from the starting line to the finish and every mile in between! The finish line is at the VBC Mars Music Hall with an afterparty featuring live music by JUICE – sponsored by Lee Company! And as an added benefit, runners and their fans can walk next door for a celebratory brunch at Rhythm On Monroe which will be opening early at 9a and serving $3 Mimosas and $9 Bloody Mary’s,” the VBC wrote.
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