CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — Runners for the IRONMAN 70.3 will compete this weekend, and they have the Scenic City as a backdrop.
But residents need to be aware that just like every year, the event means some road closures. Scroll down to see the full list.
The city recommends spectators and visitors park in the lots and garages surrounding downtown and utilize the Free Electric Shuttle (beginning 9:30 a.m. Sunday) and Bike Chattanooga bike share system (24/7).
Public activities start Friday afternoon with the IRONMAN Village and Official IRONMAN Store opening at 2 p.m. on Riverfront Parkway.
Both will be open Saturday from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. and Sunday (race day) from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m.
The Tennessee River will be closed to pleasure crafts between Ross’ Landing and the Hubert Fry Center from 5:00 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. on Sunday, May 19th. This includes the Rivermont Park and Tennessee Riverpark boat ramps.
IRONMAN starts early Sunday morning, with shuttle buses transporting athletes from Ross’ Landing to the swim starting location.
The swim portion begins at 6:50 a.m. and athletes will be transitioning to the bike race from about 7:15 a.m until 9:00 a.m.
Traffic will be stopped from crossing the cyclists’ lane when they are present between 8:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. on Riverfront Parkway, West 20th Street, Broad Street, Market Street, and Alton Park Boulevard. Runners will be on the Riverwalk, Amnicola Highway, the Veterans Bridge, Frazier Avenue, Barton Avenue, and Riverfront Parkway between 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m.
Learn more about IRONMAN here.
Here’s a closer look at the roads that will be affected this weekend: