(Washington, DC) Organizers have provided the following information about street closures for the Taste of DC event this weekend in the District.

The following roadways will be closed to vehicular traffic beginning at 8 pm on Friday, October 7 and are scheduled to reopen at 3 am on Tuesday, October 11:

• Pennsylvania Avenue, NW will be closed from 9th Street to 14th Street
• 10th Street, NW will be closed from E Street to Constitution Avenue
• 11th Street, NW will be closed from E Street to Pennsylvania Avenue
• 12th Street, NW will be closed from E Street to Constitution Avenue
• 13th Street, NW will be closed from E Street to Pennsylvania Avenue

The above streets will be closed to motorists. Parking restrictions will be in effect and parking will not be permitted. Also, cyclists should note the bicycle lanes will be closed on Pennsylvania Avenue between 9th and 14th Streets, NW.

Due to the large pedestrian crowds associated with this event, motorists are encouraged to exercise extreme caution when traveling in the area. In addition, those wishing to attend this event are encouraged to use public transportation.

For more information about the Taste of DC, please visit the event’s website at www.thetasteofdc.org .