ABOUT THE EVENT/PERMITS/PARK ACCESS:
- Event Participation: This event charges a fee to participate in the athletic component of the event. Public viewing is free and open to the public.
- Amplified Sound: Amplified sound has been permitted at this event until 1pm
- Park Access: Minimally Open - more than 50% closed, only available to ticketed patrons.
STREET CLOSURES:
- Road closures are not associated with this event; however, there will be bike traffic to be mindful of on roads around the park.
- Park road closures are associated with this event.
- Closures will significantly affect area traffic conditions and public recreational use of the park during event hours.
- NO PARKING restrictions are IN EFFECT! Signed “no parking areas” are actively enforced on event day(s).
PARKING:
- Walter Long Park
SUSTAINABLE TRANSPORTATION OPTIONS:
IMPACTS and ALTERNATIVE PARK USE AREAS:
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Suggested Alternative Park Use Areas: Emma Long Park, Vic Mathias Shores, Zilker Park
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Off Leash Areas - http://www.austintexas.gov/department/leash-areas
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Safety fencing will be erected as part of the event and will close the park to regular public access.
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Due to the number of participants on site, and the nature of the activities, access to Walter Long park areas, parking lots, waterway and/or docks are impacted during event hours.
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In addition, event set up activities will occur in advance such as infrastructure delivery and includes a significant amount of traffic in the park.
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DOCK/RAMP IMPACTS: Due to the number of participants on site, and the nature of the activities, access to waterway and/or docks are impacted during event hours.
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The boat ramp and docks are closed due to the low lake levels.
ALERTS!
- $250 parking fine during special events when Parking on the grass or on unauthorized park grounds.
- VENDING ALERT - Illegal vending/commercial activity Class C Misdemeanorminimum $200 fine.
- Glass, Styrofoam and Smoking are prohibited in all parks.
- For additional event information and all inquiries please visit the event website for additional information, schedule and exact timing, parking, item restrictions, registration, and contact information.
ADA ACCOMMODATIONS:
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Review information here (link) regarding City of Austin's Americans with Disabilities Program Office
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Review information here (link) to request ADA Accommodations