Summit Avenue Road Closures & Race Schedules: Complete Twin Cities Marathon Weekend Navigation Guide
Can I drive across Summit Avenue at any point during the race?
No unauthorized vehicles may cross Summit Avenue between 7:15 AM and 1:15 PM. Police officers stationed at major intersections like Snelling Avenue and Lexington Parkway may only pulse emergency vehicles through. Personal vehicles must use I-94 or West 7th Street to bypass the entire boulevard.
Where can spectators park without getting towed?
Street parking is forbidden on Summit Avenue and marked side-street approaches from 2:00 AM to 3:00 PM on Sunday. Spectators should park several blocks north on Marshall Avenue or south on Lincoln Avenue, respecting residential permit zones. Downtown St. Paul parking ramps near the finish line offer the easiest access to the final race miles.
How does the recent court decision on the bike trail affect race weekend?
The Court of Appeals decision greenlights future city construction plans, but physical ground-breaking along Summit Avenue occurs in gradual municipal phases. The existing road layout, running paths, and curbs remain unchanged for this marathon cycle.
Are pedestrian crosswalks open along Summit Avenue during the event?
Pedestrian crossing is permitted only at marked safety zones staffed by race volunteers and police before the runner pack arrives and during extended gaps late in the race. Expect long waits between 8:30 AM and 11:30 AM when runner density is highest.
