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Buffalo Bayou Park will be hosting its grand opening celebration this Saturday, October 3 from 1:30 – 9:30PM.

Because of the volume of attendees expected to show up, we wanted to share with you some street closures that will be in effect that day.

Please note the following street closures in effect on Saturday, Oct. 3:

10:00 am – 10:30 pm:

– Allen Parkway outbound between Bagby and Taft Street

– Sabine Street between Allen Parkway and Memorial Drive

– Allen Parkway exit ramp from I-45 North and South

12:00 pm – 10:30 pm:

– Allen Parkway outbound between Taft Street and Waugh Drive

Parking

Organizers strongly recommend attendees to utilize alternative transportation such as a bike, METRO Bus or Rail to get to the park. As an added bonus, cyclists choosing to park their bikes at BikeHouston’s bike valet (located at Sabine Street and Allen Parkway) will receive a free bike bell.

Drivers

Those choosing to take their own cars can park at the 1100 Smith Parking Garage for $10, thanks to Winpark. Additional parking options in downtown include 401 Franklin St., City Lot H, Theatre District Parking Garages or use the Downtown Houston Interactive Parking Map. Parking fees may apply.