LA Marathon road closures are coming this weekend. Here's a look at the traffic impacts
Thousands of runners are getting ready for the 40th Los Angeles Marathon that will impact several roads and prompt closures on Sunday.
The "Stadium to the Stars" marathon takes more than 26,000 participants through a 26.2-mile course from Dodger Stadium to Century City.
The course runs along several iconic venues in LA including Olvera Street, the Chinatown Dragon Gate, the Capitol Records Tower, the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and Rodeo Drive.
The LA Marathon will begin at 7 a.m. at Dodger Stadium.
"This year, the marathon is also embracing the 'Together LA' initiative, uniting runners and Angelenos in support of communities impacted by the wildfires," the marathon's website said. "The incredible crowd and spirited spectators will provide the energy and vibe that only LA can deliver."
The entire weekend will be full of events including the Lifestyle Expo at Dodger Stadium on Friday and Saturday, the LA 5K and LA Kids Run on Saturday before the marathon on Sunday.
The LA Marathon is one of the four largest marathons in the U.S. and represents runners from over 70 countries, according to organizers.
Several roads will be closed Sunday morning beginning at 4 a.m.
Major roads that will be affected by closures:
- Santa Monica Boulevard
- Sunset Boulevard
- Hollywood Boulevard
- Broadway
- Grand Avenue
- Sepulveda Boulevard
- San Vicente Boulevard
Use this link to see a full list of road closures on Sunday.
