Get Ready, Geneva! Festival of the Vine Brings Joy (and Road Changes!)

Geneva is buzzing with anticipation as the much-loved Festival of the Vine approaches! From Friday, September 6th, to Sunday, September 8th, our charming downtown area will transform into a vibrant hub of wine tastings, gourmet food, artisan crafts, and lively entertainment. It's a cherished annual tradition that draws visitors from all over, celebrating the rich flavors of autumn and the spirit of our community.

However, to ensure a safe, pedestrian-friendly, and truly immersive festival experience, some temporary but significant changes to downtown traffic and parking will be implemented.

We encourage all residents and visitors to familiarize themselves with these adjustments to make their Festival of the Vine weekend as smooth and enjoyable as possible.

The heart of the festival will necessitate the closure of several key streets. State Street (Route 38) will be closed from Third Street to Anderson Boulevard, creating a spacious and safe pedestrian zone.

Additionally, Third Street will be closed from Campbell Street to James Street. These closures are essential to accommodate vendors, stages, and the thousands of festival-goers who will be exploring the event on foot.

Road closures are scheduled to begin early for setup, starting Thursday, September 5th, at 5:00 PM.

The streets will then remain closed throughout the festival weekend, reopening to vehicular traffic by approximately 10:00 PM on Sunday, September 8th, after all tear-down and cleanup operations are complete. Local traffic and emergency services will have designated access points, but through-traffic will be detoured.

In conjunction with the street closures, parking restrictions will also be in effect.

No parking will be permitted along the designated festival routes and adjacent streets during the closure period. Vehicles parked in restricted areas after 2:00 PM on Thursday, September 5th, may be ticketed and towed to facilitate event setup and ensure public safety. Please plan to move any vehicles from these areas well in advance.

For those attending the festival, ample public parking will be available in the city's various municipal lots and parking decks located just a short walk from the festival grounds.

We highly recommend utilizing these designated parking areas or, if you live locally, considering walking, biking, or carpooling to reduce congestion. Detailed maps of public parking options will be available on the City of Geneva website and at information booths during the festival.

While these temporary changes may cause minor inconveniences, they pave the way for major celebrations, ensuring everyone can safely enjoy the exceptional wines, delicious food, and lively atmosphere that the Festival of the Vine is famous for.

Plan your visit, embrace the festive spirit, and get ready to create lasting memories in downtown Geneva!