Multiple street closures planned as Main Street Arts Festival returns to downtown Fort Worth

Fort Worth, Texas – Downtown Fort Worth is preparing for a celebration of creativity and community as the MAIN ST. Fort Worth Arts Festival gears up to welcome thousands of visitors from April 10 to 13. The annual event brings together a rich mix of art, music, and food, showcasing the talents of artists and performers from across the nation. However, as the city gets ready to transform into a bustling arts hub, a wide range of street closures will take place to support the setup and operation of the festival.

Extensive Closures for Setup and Safety

To accommodate the festival, street closures will begin as early as Monday, April 7, and last through Monday, April 14. Several key routes in the downtown area will be temporarily off-limits to through traffic. The closures will affect Main Street, Commerce Street, Houston Street, and multiple cross streets from Weatherford to 9th Street. These closures will support the construction of stages, art booths, vendor stations, and designated pedestrian areas.

Street closures will occur in stages, beginning with major roads like Main Street from Weatherford to 9th Street, and expanding to side streets like 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and up to 9th Street. Special accommodations will be made for hotel guests and business access, with contra-flow valet systems and restricted local access where necessary.

Among the notable changes:

• Access to the Hilton Hotel will be maintained from Commerce Street.

• Embassy Suites valet operations will continue via a designated route on 5th Street.

• The Renaissance Worthington Hotel and AC Hotel will remain accessible.

• Valet parking and garage access will be maintained through adjusted traffic lanes and entry points.

Parking and Transportation Adjustments

Street-side parking will be restricted or prohibited in several areas to allow for equipment transport and setup, as well as designated loading and unloading areas. Parking meters in these zones will be bagged, and some lanes will be repurposed for golf cart transportation supporting festival operations.

Weatherford, 6th, and 7th Streets will see shifting patterns over several days, with center lanes open during peak traffic hours and closures resuming in the evening. These adjustments aim to reduce disruption while allowing the festival to run smoothly and safely.

Festival Highlights

MAIN ST. Fort Worth Arts Festival is known for transforming the city’s core into an open-air gallery featuring hundreds of artists, a lineup of musical performances across multiple stages, and culinary offerings from local restaurants and food trucks. The event is free to attend and is one of the largest arts festivals in the state, attracting visitors from all over Texas and beyond.

Festivalgoers are encouraged to plan ahead, review the full list of street closures, and consider using public transportation or rideshare services to access the downtown area with ease. Pedestrian access will remain open in many areas, and signage will help guide attendees throughout the festival zone.

For additional information, visit the official MAIN ST. Fort Worth Arts Festival website.