News Release

Traffic Advisory for Today, Jan. 5

Date: January 5, 2026
Contact: United States Park Police

WASHINGTON – Tonight, there will be a few intermittent road closures for a permitted special event that motorists should take into consideration between approximately 7:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m.:

  • 17th St NW (Constitution Ave to Independence Ave)
  • 15th St NW (Constitution Ave to Independence Ave)
  • Independence Ave SW (23rd to 14th Streets)
  • Constitution Ave NW (23rd to 7th Streets)
  • Maine Ave SW (Independence Ave to Raoul Wallenberg)
  • Raoul Wallenberg Pl (Independence to Maine Ave)
  • West Potomac Park Road from Independence to Ohio Drive
  • Ohio Drive from Inlet Bridge to West Potomac Park Road
  • Madison Drive from 7th Street to 14th Street

There may be additional streets closed within the corresponding area as needed.



Last updated: January 5, 2026