SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4) -- Several road closures are set for downtown Salt Lake City this weekend while Pride Festival takes place, according to Salt Lake City Police.

The Utah Pride Festival begins at 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 7, and will end at 7 p.m. on Sunday, June 8. The event will reportedly be held in and around Washington Square.

Several roads near the City and County Building will be fully closed or will have reduced traffic lanes, including 200 East between 400 South and 500 South, which is currently closed as crews set up, according to SLCPD.

Thousands of people are expected to attend the festival over the two-day event this weekend. Drivers are asked to take additional precautions -- including the use of carpooling, public transportation, or a rideshare service to avoid conges

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