See Road Closures, Parking Restrictions For Mummers Parade

PHILADELPHIA — The Mummers Parade is all set for Saturday, Jan. 1. And that means there will be road closures and parking restrictions.

The parade will start at City Hall and move south to Washington Avenue via Broad Street.

Parking restrictions will begin on Dec. 27 along parts of the route.

Most parking and traffic restrictions will be lifted upon the conclusion of the event.

Road Closures & Parking Restrictions

Monday, Dec. 27
Parking is prohibited starting 6 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 27 through 6 p.m on Sunday, Jan. 2, on the east side of 15th Street from John F. Kennedy Boulevard to South Penn Square.

Tuesday, Dec. 28
Two eastbound travel lanes on 15th Street will be closed from John F. Kennedy Boulevard to South Penn Square starting 7 a.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 28 through 7 a.m. on Sunday, Jan. 2 for equipment load-in and staging. 15th Street may be closed completely for short intervals during this timeframe.

Wednesday, Dec. 29
Parking is prohibited from 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 29 through 6 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 2, on the west side of 15th Street from Arch Street to Ranstead Street. Street/sidewalk vendors will not be permitted to park in this area during this timeframe.

Thursday, Dec. 30
15th Street will be closed to southbound traffic at John F. Kennedy Boulevard on December 30, from 10 a.m. to noon for equipment delivery and setup.

Friday, Dec. 31
Parking is prohibited on the following streets from 4 a.m. on Dec. 31, 2021 through 6 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 1:

• Market Street from 15th Street to 21st Street (both sides)
• John F. Kennedy Boulevard from Juniper Street to 20th Street (both sides)

15th Street will be closed to vehicular traffic from John F. Kennedy Boulevard to Market Street from 10 a.m. on Dec. 31 through 7 a.m. on Jan. 2.

Market Street will be closed to vehicular traffic from 15th Street to 16th Street from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Dec. 31. At 3 p.m., Market Street will re-open and traffic will be permitted to travel eastbound on Market Street to 15th Street and continue southbound on 15th Street.

Saturday, Jan. 1
The following streets will be closed to vehicular traffic beginning at 3 a.m. on Jan. 1 through the conclusion of the parade:

• 15th Street from Arch Street to Chestnut Street
• Market Street from 15th Street to 16th Street

Broad Street will be closed to vehicular traffic from South Penn Square to Washington Avenue on Jan. 1 at 7 a.m. through the conclusion of the parade.

Vehicular traffic will not be permitted to cross Broad Street while the parade is in progress. Delays can be expected during the course of the event. Motorists are advised to avoid the area by using alternate routes and allow for extra driving time in areas near the event. Those driving should also refrain from double-parking, which creates congestion, limits traffic flow, and is illegal.

Additional Parking Restrictions on Jan. 1
Temporary “No Parking” zones will be in effect from 2 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Jan. 1 — both sides of street unless otherwise noted:

• Broad Street from Arch Street to Ellsworth Street
• Juniper Street from John F. Kennedy Boulevard to South Penn Square (east side)
• South Penn Square from Juniper Street to 15th Street
• Benjamin Franklin Parkway from 16th Street to 20th Street
• North Side of Logan Circle
• North Broad Street from Cherry Street to John F. Kennedy Boulevard
• 16th Street from Chestnut Street to Race Street
• 17th Street from Ben Franklin Parkway to Ludlow Street
• 18th Street from Race Street to Ludlow Street
• 19th Street from Ben Franklin Parkway to Chestnut Street
• 19th Street from John F. Kennedy Boulevard to Market Street
• 1500 block of Ranstead Street
• 1300 block of Carpenter Street
• 1000 block of South 13th Street
• Chestnut Street from 15th Street to 18th Street (north side)
• Cherry Street from 15th Street to 17th Street
• Arch Street from 15th Street to 17th Street
• Washington Avenue from 12th Street to 18th Street

Public Transportation
Due to event-related street closures, attendees are encouraged to use the SEPTA Broad Street and Market-Frankford Lines to access the parade area. Bus detours, alerts and general information can be found on SEPTA’s website.

Public Safety Information
No bags or items should be left unattended. In the event of an emergency or to report a suspicious person, activity or item (a backpack, a package, a container)—notify a police officer immediately or call 9-1-1. Do not try to open, move, cover or touch a suspicious item.

The public should expect congestion in the area. If you are attending the event, make a plan regarding driving, public transit, parking, and supervision of children. It is recommended that attendees wear comfortable, weather-appropriate attire

All locations referenced above and the surrounding area are designated as a “No-Drone Zone.” Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) and drones of any kind are not permitted.

For tips and general information about being prepared and ready at special events, read the Special Event Safety Guide.

Public Health Guidance
City of Philadelphia regulations require all parade-goers along the parade route to wear masks, regardless of vaccination status. Participants and spectators are encouraged to stay home if they feel sick. Anyone with heightened risk factors or concerns about COVID exposure is reminded that PHL17 will air live parade coverage beginning at 8 a.m. on New Year's Day. Spectators and participants can find more COVID-19 parade day safety tips here.