FOURTH AVENUE SPRING STREET FAIR
ROAD CLOSURES, TRANSIT, & PARKING INFORMATION
As of noon today, March 19, Fourth Avenue closed south of University Boulevard to Eighth Street, with the exception of 6th Street, for the 57th Annual Fourth Avenue Spring Street Fair.
Additional side street closures include 4th Street, 5th Street, and 7th Street between Third Avenue and Fifth Avenue, and 8th Street from Hoff Avenue to Fourth Avenue.
All roadways are scheduled to reopen by approximately 11 p.m. on Sunday, March 22.
The Spring Street Fair begins tomorrow, Friday, March 20, and is open Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. and Sunday, March 22 from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Further information about the Fourth Avenue Winter Street Fair may be found at www.fourthavenue.org.
Transit Info:
Sun Link streetcar will be on a temporary route adjustment starting Thursday, March 19, at 1 p.m. through end of streetcar service on Sunday, March 22. Regular service will return on Monday, March 23.
There are two ways riders can get around the street fair. Riders can transfer to a Sun Tran bus to connect back to the streetcar or travel through Fourth Avenue.
For riders using the Sun Tran bus, wayfinding signs will be posted by a temporary bus stop which is located just a few hundred feet from the streetcar platforms. Look for the head sign that reads “Streetcar Connector.” Remember to use the crosswalk when crossing the street.
Where to board the Sun Tran bus:
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EAST to Main Gate/University of Arizona board at Fourth Avenue/Stevens Avenue
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WEST to Downtown/Mercado board at University Boulevard/Third Street
Park and Ride with Sun Link!
Park your vehicle in any of the metered parking spots, lots or garages along the streetcar route, and then board your nearest streetcar stop to reach the street fair fun. Remember fares are currently FREE, so hop on and off as many times as you want!
For trip planning help you can:
- Download the Transit App!
- Call Customer Service (520) 792-9222 (TDD 520-628-1565)
- Email SunTranInfo@tucsonaz.gov
Parking for the Street Fair (from the Fourth Avenue Street Fair Page)
Parking can be an adventure in and of itself during the Fourth Avenue Street Fair. We recommend parking in the following garages:
- Pennington Street Garage
- Tyndall Avenue Garage
- Plaza Centro Garage
The Fourth Avenue Merchants Association has teamed up with Limoport Transportation to provide a complimentary shuttle from 9:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. on Friday, Saturday and until 4:30 p.m. Sunday. The shuttle runs every 15 minutes and has (2) stops:
- Stop #1: Pennington & 6th Street (NW Corner)
- Stop#2: 5th Avenue & 7th Street (SE Corner)
You can also take the streetcar from the Tyndall Avenue Garage to the Fair!
The traveling public should use caution when driving, bicycling or walking around the event. Please watch for event participants, obey all traffic control, and watch for detour signs and personnel providing traffic control.
For questions about the event or related road closures, please contact FourthAvenue.org at (520) 624-5004.
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