Braidwood, IL – A busy stretch of roadways in Braidwood will be closed Sunday morning as the community gathers for the Braidwood Baseball and Softball Association Opening Day Parade.
According to Braidwood police and event organizers, closures will take place Sunday from about 8:50 a.m. to approximately 9:30 a.m. along the parade route. Affected areas include Main Street (Route 113) between Route 129 and Lincoln Street, North Lincoln Street between Main Street and First Street, and Mitchell Street between Main Street and First Street.
Officials say Mitchell Street will be restricted to parade participants only beginning at 8:15 a.m. to allow for lineup staging. Participants are scheduled to line up at 8:30 a.m., with the parade stepping off at 9 a.m.
The route will travel west along Main Street from Mitchell Street to Lincoln Street, then continue north on Lincoln Street to Old Smokey City Park. Drivers are urged to avoid the area and use alternate routes during closure times, as no traffic will be allowed on Main Street once barricades are in place.
Organizers also advise spectators to arrive and secure viewing spots along the route by 8:50 a.m. to avoid disruptions. Traffic control will be handled by Braidwood Police and E.S.D.A. personnel throughout the event.
The annual parade features local teams, community groups, and first responders, marking the start of the youth baseball and softball season. A full lineup includes more than 20 participants, ranging from local businesses to youth teams and public safety departments.
Residents should expect minor delays in the downtown corridor during the event window and plan travel accordingly.
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