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BmoreCityDOT @bmorecitydot.bsky.social · 10h

Drivers should plan ahead and use alternate routes. Restrictions will be strictly enforced throughout the downtown area on race day.
📰 Full details:
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BmoreCityDOT @bmorecitydot.bsky.social · 10h

Restricted streets include:
Fayette St (MLK Blvd ➜ President St)
President St (Aliceanna ➜ Fayette Sts)
Light St (Pratt ➜ Key Hwy)
Key Hwy (Light ➜ McComas Sts)
Hanover St (McComas ➜ Montgomery Sts)
Pratt & Lombard Sts (MLK Blvd ➜ President St)

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BmoreCityDOT @bmorecitydot.bsky.social · 10h

During this time, no commercial vehicles (including tanker trailers) will be allowed in the downtown / Inner Harbor area.

🚕 Cabs, buses, and other mass transit vehicles are exempt.

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BmoreCityDOT @bmorecitydot.bsky.social · 10h

🚛 Commercial Vehicle Restrictions – Saturday, October 18 🚛

We’ll be implementing commercial vehicle restrictions in downtown Baltimore on Saturday, October 18, 2025, from 2:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. for the Baltimore Running Festival.

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BmoreCityDOT @bmorecitydot.bsky.social · 14h

2025 Baltimore Running Festival: Lane and road closures set

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Drivers should prepare for major road closures, lane restrictions and parking bans throughout Baltimore on Saturday, Oct. 18, for the 25th annual Baltimore Running Festival.

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BmoreCityDOT @bmorecitydot.bsky.social · 18h

🧡 Brought to you by the Baltimore City Health Department, the Department of Transportation, Baltimore City Recreation & Parks, and the Department of Public Works.

BmoreCityDOT @bmorecitydot.bsky.social · 18h

🎤 A special speech from Dr. Michelle Taylor, our new Commissioner of Health

✅ RSVP at buff.ly/dMQTQWx

Let’s get moving together, Baltimore!

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BmoreCityDOT @bmorecitydot.bsky.social · 18h

Enjoy an evening of fun, fitness, and community featuring:
🎶 Music, face painting, and line dancing
💉 Prediabetes screening and A1C testing
👟 Group walk around Druid Lake
🍽️ Light dinner (while supplies last!)

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BmoreCityDOT @bmorecitydot.bsky.social · 18h

🎉 Walktober at Druid Lake & the Big Jump! 🚶♀️🚴♂️🛼

Join us on Thursday, October 23, 2025, from 4:00 PM to 6:30 PM as we celebrate walking and rolling in Baltimore City!

📍 Location: Druid Lake (southwest corner of the Lake Loop)

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BmoreCityDOT @bmorecitydot.bsky.social · 1d

Horse and wagons that sold ice, coal, and wood… the most important thing was the arabbers because people ate off the wagons because we sold everything. We sold all kinds of stuff on the wagon.”

BmoreCityDOT @bmorecitydot.bsky.social · 1d

“When I was coming up, a horse and wagon was all over Baltimore City,” said Waugh, tall, thin, and spritely, in a denim sport coat. “The milk company had horse and wagons over Linden Avenue to deliver milk to your house.

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BmoreCityDOT @bmorecitydot.bsky.social · 1d

Photo Story: An Arabber Reunion
Half-a-dozen horses and wagons, along with about a hundred guests, gathered on September 20 to celebrate Donald “China” Waugh, who has worked Baltimore’s streets for 65 years as an arabber.

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BmoreCityDOT @bmorecitydot.bsky.social · 2d

Access to Pleasant Street remains open, but drivers should enter from St Paul Place instead of Charles Street.

Stay updated as work continues at:
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BmoreCityDOT @bmorecitydot.bsky.social · 2d

The project began on September 11, 2025, and will take about 16 weeks to complete. During construction, the right lane of Charles Street is closed from the bus stop to just north of Pleasant Street.

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BmoreCityDOT @bmorecitydot.bsky.social · 2d

🚧 Charles & Pleasant Manhole Rebuild 🚧

We’re rebuilding the manhole at Charles and Pleasant Streets to reinforce its roof, walls, and floor—making sure this underground structure stays strong and reliable for years to come.

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BmoreCityDOT @bmorecitydot.bsky.social · 2d

💻 Attend online: buff.ly/nSxcXLP

📞 Call in: 408-418-9388
Access Code: 2331 280 9759

BmoreCityDOT @bmorecitydot.bsky.social · 2d

Join us for an informational meeting to learn about the updated route and when improvements will take effect.
📅 Wednesday, October 15
🕕 6:00 PM
📍 Rita R. Church Community Center
2101 St. Lo Dr, Baltimore, MD 21213

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BmoreCityDOT @bmorecitydot.bsky.social · 2d

NEXT WEEK

The Green Route is getting better! 🌿
Changes are coming to the Charm City Circulator Green Route — and we want to share what’s ahead!

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BmoreCityDOT @bmorecitydot.bsky.social · 2d

For event information, visit thebaltimoremarathon.com.
Let’s cheer on the runners and keep our city moving safely!

BmoreCityDOT @bmorecitydot.bsky.social · 2d

🔹 Pay attention to parking restrictions—violating vehicles will be ticketed and towed.

To plan your travel, view our interactive road closure map and get full details here:
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BmoreCityDOT @bmorecitydot.bsky.social · 2d

🔹 The Charm City Circulator will suspend service on the Orange, Green, Purple, and Banner routes from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., resuming service until midnight. The Cherry Route will run regular service south of Henrietta Street.

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BmoreCityDOT @bmorecitydot.bsky.social · 2d

🔹 Travel inside or across the race footprint will be difficult—expect significant delays and plan ahead.
🔹 Use alternate routes outside the footprint or travel before races begin/after they end.

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BmoreCityDOT @bmorecitydot.bsky.social · 2d

To keep participants and spectators safe, temporary road closures, lane restrictions, parking bans, and commercial vehicle restrictions will be in effect throughout the day.
🔹 Races begin between 7:30 a.m. and 9:30 a.m., with all courses closing by 3:00 p.m.

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BmoreCityDOT @bmorecitydot.bsky.social · 2d

🏃♀️ Baltimore Running Festival – Traffic and Parking Impacts on Saturday, October 18 🏃♂️

The 25th annual Baltimore Running Festival takes place on Saturday, October 18, 2025, bringing over 14,000 runners to city streets for the marathon, half marathon, 10K, and 5K races.

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BmoreCityDOT @bmorecitydot.bsky.social · 2d

📍 In Person:
Calvin M. Rodwell Elementary/Middle School
3501 Hillsdale Road, Baltimore, Maryland
Accessible by MTA Lime, 31

💻 Join Online:
buff.ly/z6oO1gC

Got questions or need accommodation?
📧 [email protected]
📞 410-396-6802