If you plan to visit downtown Carlsbad or the beach this weekend, be aware that several streets will be closed Saturday and Sunday for the Carlsbad 5000 race and events.
To avoid delays, please take alternate routes. Here are the roads that will be closed:
Saturday, April 1 – 6 a.m. to Sunday, April 2 – 4 p.m.
Roosevelt Street from Carlsbad Village Drive to Grand Avenue
Sunday, April 2 – 4 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Carlsbad Village Drive from Carlsbad Boulevard to Jefferson Street
Grand Avenue from Carlsbad Boulevard to Harding Street
Harding Street from Carlsbad Village Drive to Grand Avenue
Jefferson Street from Carlsbad Village Drive to Home Avenue
Madison Street from Carlsbad Village Drive to Arbuckle Place
State Street from Carlsbad Village Drive to Grand Avenue
Carlsbad Boulevard from State Street to Tamarack Avenue
The City of Carlsbad Police Department and volunteers will help cars needing to get in or out of closed or partially closed areas, as safety allows. Those who need to get in or out of the race area during the event can use nearby streets not affected by race-day closures.
The Carlsbad 5000 has been a popular running event in Carlsbad since 1986. Known as the World’s Fastest 5K, this weekend’s races are expected to draw thousands of spectators and participants from all over the U.S. and many foreign countries.
For more information, visit the event’s website.
