Road closures and detours for Ultra Music Festival start today in Miami

Miami Ultra

As thousands of electronic music fans descend upon downtown Miami for the Ultra Music Festival, city officials are urging attendees to ditch their cars and take public transportation instead.

Kim Hills, a representative from the Miami Downtown Development Authority (DDA), emphasized that road closures, particularly along Biscayne Boulevard, will create significant traffic congestion, affecting not only festivalgoers but also local commuters and businesses.

Traffic Woes & Road Closures

Biscayne Boulevard, a major downtown artery, will see multiple street closures during the festival, which runs from March 28-30 at Bayfront Park. These closures will lead to a ripple effect, causing gridlock throughout the downtown area and beyond. Drivers should anticipate heavy delays and detours.

“The best way to avoid frustration is to take the train,” said Hills. “Metrorail, Metromover, and Brightline are all great options to get to the festival without the hassle of parking or sitting in traffic.”

Best Ways to Get to Ultra Without Driving

Metrorail & Metromover: Festivalgoers can take the Metrorail to the Government Center Station, then hop on the free Metromover to the Bayfront Park Station, which drops them right near the festival entrance.

Brightline: Those coming from Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach, Boca Raton, or Orlando can take the Brightline train to the MiamiCentral Station, then connect via Metromover.

Rideshare & Biking: Rideshare services like Uber and Lyft will have designated pickup/drop-off zones, while biking or walking is a great option for locals.

Plan Ahead & Stay Safe

With tens of thousands of attendees, festival organizers and city officials stress the importance of planning ahead to ensure a smooth experience. Using public transit not only eases traffic congestion but also enhances safety, reducing the risks associated with drinking and driving.

For real-time transit updates, visitors can check Miami-Dade Transit’s website or use apps like Google Maps, Transit, or Brightline’s app.

By leaving their cars at home, Ultra attendees can enjoy the music, the vibes, and the city—without the stress of traffic.