Government updates the public on traffic restrictions for the Half Marathon and more…
Image: Bermuda Day Half Marathon (file photo)
Government of Bermuda Press Release
The Ministry of Public Works and Environment advises the public of multiple scheduled road traffic restrictions in the lead-up to and during the Bermuda Day holiday period.
Bermuda Day 2025
The Bermuda Day Road Races and Parade will take place on Friday, 23 May 2025, from 7:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
These events include the Bermuda Day Half Marathon Derby, the Junior Classic Run, and the Bermuda Day Parade. To ensure the safety of participants and spectators, extensive road closures and traffic diversions will be in effect across the island during these times.
Sinclair Packwood Memorial Bicycle Race
Also on Bermuda Day, the Sinclair Packwood Memorial Bicycle Race will be held between 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m., starting in St. George’s and concluding in the City of Hamilton.
All roads along the race route will be closed to vehicular traffic for the duration of the event. Motorists are urged to follow the directions of Police Officers and Race Marshals at all times.
Palmetto Road Lane Closure
In addition, Palmetto Road beneath the Glebe Road Bridge in Pembroke Parish will be closed in one lane to facilitate bridge repair works. This closure will occur from Monday, 26 May, to Friday, 30 May 2025, between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. daily.
Representatives of Sunrise Construction Ltd. will direct traffic, and motorists should expect delays and consider alternate routes via Marsh Folly Road and Bishop Spencer Road.
The Ministry encourages the full cooperation of the motoring public and apologises for any inconvenience these temporary traffic restrictions may cause.
