Independence Day Celebration | Parking, Safety and Exiting Plan

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The Dublin Police Department has developed a traffic plan for exiting following the Independence Day Celebration and fireworks show.

Traffic Impact Overview

• Parts of Emerald Parkway will be closed from about 9:30 to 11 p.m. before and after the fireworks show
• Please keep in mind that northbound Dublin Road is also closed for construction work on the Deer Run force main sewer system and lift station
• Parking is not permitted on residential streets around the event
• There are nine free parking lots to use near Dublin Coffman High School for those attending the Evening Celebration event
• Guests in parking lots #7 and #8 will need to remain in the lot until the fire department clears the area. This will be approximately 10:50 p.m. The lots will be closed to entering and exiting vehicles starting at 9:30 p.m.
• Follow the designated exit routes from your parking lot after the event
• Remember, it’s illegal and unsafe to park on 1-270 to watch the fireworks

Park & Walk

Parking is not permitted on residential streets surrounding the Independence Day Evening Celebration. Free parking lots are located within walking distance of Dublin Coffman High School, 6780 Coffman Road.

Exit Plan

Guests are encouraged to view the enclosed parking map to determine the location that will offer the most efficient exit to their final destinations. The exit routes for each location are indicated by green arrows and road closures are indicated in red. Parts of Emerald Parkway will be closed from about 9:30 to 11 p.m. before and after the fireworks show.

Parking Lots

1. Permit/Handicap Parking at Dublin Coffman High School (First come, first served)
   6780 Coffman Road
   Exit: Left onto Coffman Road or continue straight onto Tara Hill Drive

1. Public Parking at Dublin Coffman High School
   6780 Coffman Road
   Exit: Left onto Coffman Road

1. Dublin City Schools Preschool
   7030 Coffman Road
   Exit: Either Left or Right onto Coffman Road

1. Dublin Community Recreation Center
   5600 Post Road
   Exit: No restrictions

1. Coffman Park
   5600 Post Road
   Exit: Left onto Coffman Park Drive

1. City of Dublin Development Building
   5200 Emerald Parkway
   Exit: Left onto Coffman Park Drive

1. 5175 Emerald Parkway
   Exit: Right onto Emerald Parkway

1. XPO Logistics
   5165 Emerald Parkway
   Exit: Right onto Emerald Parkway

1. Cardinal Health
   7000 Cardinal Place
   Exit: Right onto Emerald Parkway

• Guests in parking lots #7 and #8 will need to remain in the lot until the fire department clears the area. This will be approximately 10:50 p.m. The lots will be closed to entering and exiting vehicles starting at 9:30 p.m.

Bike Parking

Take advantage of Dublin’s great bike path system and pedal to the Independence Day Celebration. Bike parking, presented by OhioHealth Dublin Methodist Hospital, is available at Dublin Coffman School.

Safety

To ensure that all our guests have a safe and enjoyable experience, all bags are subject to a security check. Items and activities not permitted inside of the stadium include: drones, alcohol, fireworks of any kind including sparklers and candles, glitter and confetti, pets, smoking, gum chewing, tarps, tents, beach umbrellas, and the solicitation or distribution of promotional items. Prohibited items found at the bag check locations will be confiscated and disposed. Guests may return legal items back to their vehicles. Illegal items will be confiscated.