Intermittent Road/Lot Delays: Route 66 Summerfest - 7.18.2026

July 6, 2026

UNM Parking & Transportation Services (UNM PATS) is notifying R-lot permit holders and the UNM community to expect HIGH VEHICLE/FOOT TRAFFIC on Saturday, July 18 due to Route 66 Summerfest. Here’s what you need to know:

Road Closures/Delays

  • Route 66 Summerfest, all day road closure
    • Central Avenue from Girard Boulevard to Washington Street

Parking access for specific lots or permit types

  • A/E-Lot on Central Avenue & Girard Boulevard will be closed
    • Reminder: "A" permit holders may utilize "A", "B", and "C" zones around Central Campus on the weekends.
  • R-Lot access will be available through the Girard Boulevard entrance.
    • “R” permit and valid LoboID required to access the gated "R" zone area
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Alternative routes/parking

  • UNM Shuttles will provide Park & Ride services from the T-lot on the southwest corner of Lomas Boulevard and University Boulevard to Route 66 Summerfest drop off location on the corner of Central Avenue & Girard Boulevard.
  • PATS enforcement officers will be on site to provide traffic and permit control.

Stay updated with UNM PATS on Facebook, X (@UNMPATS), or Instagram (@unm_pats) for advisories, construction notices, permit purchase dates, and more exciting updates. For questions, please call us at 505-277-1938, send an email to parktran@unm.edu, or visit us in person at the PATS Business Office.

Thank you.