NORFOLK, Va. — As Norfolk gears up for Race and Parade Weekend — including the highly anticipated Grand Illumination Parade — city officials are preparing for large crowds, busy streets, and major traffic impacts. Here’s what attendees need to know about parking, road closures, and transportation options before heading downtown:

Parking Changes for the Weekend

If you plan to drive, be aware that normal hourly parking rates — including the usual first two hours free — will not apply during parade weekend.

Saturday Parking (Race and Grand Illumination Parade Day)

$3 parking in all downtown garages from 5 a.m. to 5 p.m.

$5 parking after 5 p.m.

Sunday Parking (Just the race)

$5 parking from 5 a.m. to 3 p.m.

After 3 p.m., regular hourly rates resume.

City leaders recommend arriving ear

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