Thanks to our partners at the Parkway Council for the information below about road closures this weekend for the No Kings March on Saturday and the Love Run on Sunday
City Announces Road Closures, Parking Restrictions and Other Details for “No Kings 3″ March and Rally
PHILADELPHIA – Today, the City announced road closures and parking restrictions for the “No Kings 3” demonstration, a march and rally organized by Indivisible Philadelphia, taking place on Saturday, March 28.
The march is scheduled to start between 12 p.m. and 12:30 p.m. Assembly for the march is expected to take place as early as 11 a.m. at Love Park (JFK Plaza), the north apron of City Hall, 1400-1500 John F. Kennedy Boulevard, and N. Broad Street between John F. Kennedy Boulevard and Arch Street.
At 12:30 p.m., the march will proceed northbound on 16th Street to Benjamin Franklin Parkway and westbound on Benjamin Franklin Parkway to the rally location at 22nd Street and Benjamin Franklin Parkway. The rally is scheduled from 1:15 p.m. until approximately 3:30 p.m.
Based on expected crowd size, closures of adjacent and proximal roadways may be implemented to ensure public safety.
Significant traffic delays can be expected during the course of this event. Motorists are advised to avoid the area by using alternate routes and public transportation options, including the Market-Frankford Line (M), Broad Street Line (B), and Regional Rail.
Road closures, parking restrictions, and additional details can be found below.
Road Closures
The following streets will be closed for setup beginning at approximately 5 a.m. until approximately 7 p.m. on Saturday, March 28:
Center lanes of Benjamin Franklin Parkway (both directions) between 20th Street and 22nd Street
Cross traffic and the outer lanes will remain open until approximately 7 a.m.
The following streets will be closed for setup beginning at approximately 7 a.m. until approximately 5 p.m. on Saturday, March 28:
2000-2300 Benjamin Franklin Parkway (all lanes)
Includes cross traffic on numbered streets
20th Street will remain open until approximately 9 a.m.
The following streets will be closed for the march assembly area starting at approximately 9 a.m. until approximately 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 28:
1400-1500 John F. Kennedy Boulevard
N. Broad Street between John F. Kennedy Boulevard and Arch Street
The following streets will be closed for the scheduled march starting at approximately 9 a.m. until approximately 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 28:
16th Street between John F. Kennedy Boulevard and Arch Street
1500 Arch Street
Benjamin Franklin Parkway (all lanes) between 16th Street and 20th Street
Includes closures of cross streets
The following streets will be closed for the rally starting at approximately 9 a.m. until approximately 5 p.m. on Saturday, March 28:
1800-2300 Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Includes closures of cross streets
Additional road closures may be implemented based on conditions and public safety considerations.
Road closures will be lifted as streets are cleared of pedestrians and serviced.
Parking Restrictions
Motorists should take notice and must adhere to posted “Temporary No Parking” signs. Vehicles parked in these locations during posted hours will be relocated. If you believe your car has been relocated, call the police district of the area where your car was parked.
Public Transportation
SEPTA bus routes through the Center City area will be detoured from their normal routes beginning at 8 a.m. on Saturday, March 28, through approximately 5 p.m.
Detours will be posted, and specific route changes are available on the System Status Page at www.septa.org and @SEPTA on X.
Public Safety Information
Attendees should never leave bags or other items unattended. In the event of an emergency or to report a suspicious person, activity, or item (backpack, package, container, etc.), notify a police officer immediately or call 9-1-1. Do not try to open, move, cover or touch a suspicious item.
In addition, the public should expect congestion in the area. If you are attending the event, make a plan regarding driving, public transit, parking, and supervision of children. It is recommended that attendees wear comfortable, weather-appropriate attire.
For tips and general information about being prepared and ready at special events, read the Special Event Safety Guide before you attend.
Public Safety Alerts
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Follow the Office of Emergency Management @philaoem and Philadelphia Police @phillypolice on X for updates.
Road Closures for the Love Run on Sunday can be found in the City’s press release, located here: https://www.phila.gov/2026-03-25-city-announces-road-closures-parking-restrictions-and-other-details-for-2026-love-run-philadelphia-half-marathon-and-7-6k/
