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Queen Bee Half Marathon Road Closures in Cincinnati
8 months agoUS
The City of Cincinnati has announced road closures for the annual Queen Bee Half Marathon. The race, which starts at 7:30 a.m. on Saturday, will affect traffic patterns throughout downtown and surrounding neighborhoods. Plan your route accordingly if you are traveling in the area.
Key Insights
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Road closures will be in effect from 4 a.m. to approximately 1 p.m. for setup and breakdown near the start/finish lines.
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Additional road closures along the race route will be in effect from 7 a.m. until the race has passed through each area.
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The race starts outside Hard Rock Casino and finishes at Sawyer Point Park.
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Olympic champion Jenny Simpson praised Cincinnati’s running community at the Queen Bee Bash.
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Metro bus services will continue, but delays should be expected.
Why this matters: These closures will significantly impact traffic flow in Cincinnati. Knowing the affected routes and times can help residents and visitors avoid delays and plan alternative routes.
In-Depth Analysis
The Queen Bee Half Marathon is a 13.1-mile race that winds through several Cincinnati neighborhoods, including Eden Park, Walnut Hills, and Hyde Park. To ensure the safety of the runners, numerous roads will be closed or partially closed during the event.
Road Closures (4 a.m. - 1 p.m.):
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Eggleston Avenue between Reedy Street and Reading Road
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Court Street between Eggleston Avenue and Reedy Street
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Northbound Reading Road between Eggleston Avenue and 12th Street
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E Pete Rose Way between Mehring Way and Eggleston Avenue
Road Closures (7 a.m. until race has passed):
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Eastbound Central Parkway between Sycamore Street and Eggleston Avenue
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Northbound Reading Road between Eggleston Avenue and Elsinore Place
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Liberty Street Exit from northbound I-471
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Elsinore Place between Reading Road and Gilbert Avenue
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Northbound Gilbert Avenue between Broadway and Eden Park Drive (open to the Hard Rock Casino and I-71 ramp)
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Southbound Gilbert Avenue between Eden Park Drive and Elsinore Place
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Eden Park Drive between Gilbert Avenue and Victory Parkway
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Art Museum Drive between Paradrome Street and Eden Park Drive (closed to through traffic)
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Martin Drive between Parkside Place and Eden Park Drive
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Victory Parkway between Eden Park Drive and McMillan Street (southbound Victory Parkway maintained between McMillan Street and Francis Lane)
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McMillan Street between Victory Parkway and Grandview Avenue
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Woodburn Avenue between McMillan Street and Madison Road
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Madison Road between Woodburn Avenue and Observatory Avenue
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Observatory Avenue between Madison Road and Linwood Avenue
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Linwood Avenue between Observatory Avenue and Eastern Avenue
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Eastern Avenue between Heekin Avenue and Delta Avenue
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Delta Avenue between Kellogg Avenue and Eastern Avenue
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Riverside Drive between Eggleston Avenue and Delta Avenue
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Eggleston Avenue between Central Parkway and Riverside Drive
Flying Pig Marathon Website for more exact reopening times.
FAQs
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Q: When does the Queen Bee Half Marathon start?
The race starts at 7:30 a.m. on Saturday.
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Q: Will Metro bus services be affected?
Yes, Metro will maintain bus service, but delays should be expected.
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Q: Where does the race start and end?
The race starts outside Hard Rock Casino and finishes at Sawyer Point Park.
Key Takeaways
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Be aware of significant road closures in Cincinnati on Saturday due to the Queen Bee Half Marathon.
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Plan alternative routes and expect delays, especially in the downtown and surrounding areas.
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Check the Flying Pig Marathon website for more detailed information on road reopening times.
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Consider using public transportation, but be prepared for potential delays.
Discussion
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