Mayor Jane Castor | Jane Castor Official Photo
Mayor Jane Castor | Jane Castor Official Photo
As we prepare to enter the New Year, the City of Tampa is excited to close out 2023 with yet another weekend full of large-scale, action-packed events. Predictably, these events on Sunday, December 31st will lead to an extremely crowded downtown & surrounding area filled with thousands of visitors, creating potential back-ups for drivers. The City's Mobility Department wants you to be aware that traveling around downtown maybe slower than usual.
Sunday's events include, but aren't limited to:
- Saints vs. Buccaneers @1pm
- Canadiens vs. Lightning @7pm
- The ReliaQuest Bowl Parade & Pep Rally @5:30 on 7th Ave in Ybor City
- Several NYE parties (both public and private) throughout downtown
Additionally, AAA is offering their Tow-to-Go service from through 6 a.m. Tuesday, January 2nd. A tow truck will transport the driver and their vehicle to a safe location within a 10-mile radius for FREE. This service will be available to AAA members and non-members alike - (855) 2-TOW-2-GO or (855) 286-9246)
BONUS TIPS
- Drivers should plan to arrive early for their event, allotting extra time to find parking.
- Remember where you parked by taking a picture of the location as a reminder.
- Take a picture of your children. If they get lost in the crowd, a photo will assist law enforcement with locating them.
- Have a designated driver. Please DON'T drink and drive!
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