Minneapolis Begins Closing Roads For 2019 NCAA Final Four

MINNEAPOLIS — Minneapolis city officials have begun the first phase of street closures around U.S. Bank Stadium in preparation for the 2019 Final Four in downtown April 5-8.

Beginning March 25 through Friday, April 12, the following streets are closed around the stadium:

• Chicago Avenue between Fourth and Sixth streets.
• Norm McGrew Place between Third and Fourth streets.

Additional closures and lane restrictions begin Wednesday, April 3 as noted on the map. Roadways, bike facilities and sidewalks will reopen beginning Tuesday, April 9. Chicago Avenue South and Norm McGrew Street will be closed through Friday, April 12.

The city is also closing portions of Nicollet Mall and adjacent streets for Final Four festivities, according to a news release.

Closures begin Monday, April 1 and all roadways will reopen Thursday, April 11 if not sooner.

Officials also note that 11th Street from Marquette Avenue South to LaSalle Avenue South will be closed intermittently April 5-8. Pedestrian access and sidewalks along Nicollet Mall and cross streets will remain open.

The city of Minneapolis says it has worked closely with event organizers and stakeholders to craft a traffic management plan that will enhance the Final Four experience while minimizing disruption to traffic and parking as much as possible.