Access

Will the sidewalks on Michigan Avenue be open throughout the event?

Yes, the sidewalk along the west side of Michigan Avenue will remain open for pedestrians throughout the event. 

Will the Lakefront Trail remain open?

Yes, the Lakefront Trail will remain open throughout the event. 

How do I access the Museum Campus, which includes Adler Planetarium, Field Museum and Shedd Aquarium?

From the South:

  • Take NB DuSable Lake Shore Drive
  • Exit at 31st Street
  • Proceed north on Fort Dearborn to 18th Street
  • Proceed on Special Olympics Drive and follow signage for parking option

From the North:

  • Access I-55 between 24th and 25th at State and proceed to Northbound DuSable Lake Shore Drive.
  • Exit at 18th Street
  • Proceed on Special Olympics Drive and follow signage for parking option

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Where can I walk my dog?
  • Throughout the development of the comprehensive plan for the Chicago Street Race, NASCAR has worked closely with the Park District to help ensure we minimize our impacts to public spaces in the community.
  • Unfortunately, due to enhanced security measures, the Dog Friendly Area inside Grant Park will be closed on July 1-2.
  • Fred Anderson Park, Lake Shore East Park, Montgomery Ward Park are the closest Dog Friendly Areas near Grant Park that will remain open on those dates.
  • Pritzker Park is the closest park green space where dogs can be walked on a leash.
  • For more information on Dog Friendly Areas, please visit https://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/parks-facilities/dog-friendly-areas
I live on one of the access streets, how do I access my garage?

NASCAR is working with each individual building in the next 30 – 45 days prior to the event on accessibility. 

Traffic Impacts/Street Closures 

With thousands of participants and spectators along the route, as well as street closures prior and during the race, those traveling downtown and the surrounding neighborhoods should allow extra time, expect delays, or consider alternate routes–such as the expressway system–to avoid the impacts of the race.

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Public Transportation 

As always, public transportation is encouraged if heading to Grant Park or other destinations in the impacted area. For more information on CTA services and reroutes, visit TransitChicago.com or call 836-7000 from any area code/1-888-YOUR-CTA. For METRA specific schedule information, visit Metra.com.  

Ride Share

Pick-up & drop-off location is West of State Street from Roosevelt Road to Randolph Street

*Subject to change