Blues on the Green kicks off today

After the Blues on the Green concert series was nearly canceled this year before being subsidized by the city and more heavily sponsored by HEB, the 33rd annual event begins today. Golden Dawn Arkestra, Nané with Quentin Arispe and Grace Sorensen perform this evening, and Riders Against the Storm, Caramelo Haze and the Point play tomorrow, June 12. If you plan to attend, here are some reminders for convenience and safety.

• Road closures: Barton Springs Road will be open until 9 p.m., but left turns will be prohibited between Lou Neff Road and Stratford Drive, and entrances to the park south of Barton Springs Road will be closed starting at 5 p.m. For more on road closures around Zilker Park, you can refer to this event map. All roads are expected to open back to normal traffic patterns around 11 p.m.
• Parking: Parking passes are available on-site for $20 per vehicle in the Zilker Polo Field area and $25 per vehicle in the Stratford lot. Parking on the grass or on unauthorized park grounds is subject to a $250 fine during special events, and parking is prohibited in the neighborhoods around Zilker Park and towing will be enforced. You can check out the Downtown Parking Map for available parking garages and surface lots in the downtown area. Four bicycle parking areas are available at Zilker Park, and six MetroBike kiosks are located in the immediate area.
• Alternative transportation: You can use the Capital Metro trip planner to get you to and from Blues on the Green. MetroRapid 803 is the best route to get directly to Zilker Park, but MetroBus 3 and MetroBus 30 will also drop off close to the park. Pickup and drop-off points for ridesharing will be located near MoPac at Veterans Drive. You can take the Hike & Bike Trail to walk or bike directly to Blues on the Green. Bring a light and remember motorized vehicles are not permitted on the trail.
• Park reminders: Wear shoes, clothes and hats that are appropriate for the outdoor environment and weather conditions. Pack plenty of water and stay hydrated. Glass, Styrofoam and outside alcohol are not allowed, and smoking and vaping are prohibited. Please follow Leave No Trace principles.