The DC Metropolitan Police Department has announced traffic advisories for the upcoming CityCenterDC Holiday Tree Lighting event scheduled for Saturday, November 14, 2026. Residents and visitors should prepare for significant parking restrictions and street closures in the area to accommodate the festivities.
From 2:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on the day of the event, several streets will be designated as Emergency No Parking zones and will be closed to vehicle traffic. Specifically, 10th Street will be closed from H Street to New York Avenue, NW, along with I Street from 9th Street to 10th Street, NW. Motorists are advised to heed posted emergency no parking signs, as vehicles parked in violation of these restrictions will be ticketed and towed.
With the anticipated influx of pedestrians during the tree lighting ceremony, the department warns motorists to exercise caution in the vicinity of the event. Increased pedestrian traffic is expected, and drivers may encounter delays. Those traveling near the event are encouraged to consider alternative routes.
For real-time traffic updates, the public can visit the DC Metropolitan Police Department’s traffic information page at x.com/DCPoliceTraffic. All street closures and times may be subject to change based on prevailing or unexpected conditions.
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