Peoria, IL – Drivers in Peoria should prepare for heavy traffic and limited access near Bradley University as students return for Move-In Day on Saturday, Aug. 23.
According to the Peoria Police Department, several streets and parking areas around campus will be restricted or closed starting Friday evening and continuing through Saturday. Police are urging residents and visitors to plan ahead to avoid delays.
Parking restrictions include West Bradley Avenue from University to Institute, where no parking will be allowed through Saturday. Additional restrictions begin Friday at 5 p.m. and extend into next week, including the Visitor’s Lot, Duryea Lot, Geisert Lot, and Founder’s Circle, which will remain closed until Tuesday, Aug. 26. North University Street in the 800–900 blocks and the 1300 block of West Main will also prohibit parking beginning Friday at 8 a.m.
Road closures will begin Friday at 5 p.m. and remain in effect through Saturday. Impacted areas include Elmwood and Bradley Avenue entrances, along with Bradley Avenue at Institute, St. James at University, and Fredonia/Institute to the Heuser Hall Lot. These sections will be blocked from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday.
Police advised that vehicles parked in restricted zones may be ticketed or towed. Officials are encouraging drivers to use alternate routes and allow extra travel time to keep the move-in process safe and efficient.
Bradley University’s annual Move-In Day typically brings increased congestion as thousands of students and families arrive on campus. The Peoria Police Department is asking the community for patience and cooperation throughout the weekend.
This article was produced by a journalist and may include AI-assisted input. All content is reviewed for accuracy and fairness.
Follow us on Instagram & Facebook for more relevant new stories and SUPPORT LOCAL INDEPENDENT NEWS! Have a tip? Message us!
