NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — A community block party will see a 5-mile loop of downtown roads closed this weekend to allow pedestrians, bikers and more to take advantage of it this weekend.

The Nashville Downtown Partnership said Walk Bike Nashville, in coordination with the Nashville Department of Transportation and Multimodal Infrastructure and sponsors, will close portions of several streets in downtown Nashville and The Gulch to driving and on-street parking from noon to 5 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 17.

Roadways included in the Open Streets Summer Series closure include 1st Ave. N, Gay St., 2nd Ave., Harrison St., 10th Ave., 11th Ave., Division St., and 9th Ave., as well as several greenway paths near Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park, First Horizon Park, Frankie Pierce Park, and the Rolling Mill Hill Greenway.

Those who live or work along the roadway have been asked to make alternative arrangements ahead of time or consider taking detours along neighboring roads during the closure period.

Any cars parked in a driveway will not be affected, but those who may need to leave their street by car during the event should contact Walk Bike Nashville or the Open Streets team. They may be able to accommodate such requests, according to WBN, but making prior arrangements would be the preferred method for those in the closure area.

The event will see people be able to walk, run, bike, play, shop, skate, scoot, stroll and more along the closed roads, according to Walk Bike Nashville.

There will be concerts at Rudy's Jazz Room, yard games and local organizations set up at Riverfront Park, craft pints available at Tennessee Brew Works, live music and local restaurants at the Nashville Farmers' Market, and access to local businesses in the Gulch, according to the organization.

Included in the event are special "activity hubs," which will offer chances to connect with community partners, cool off from the heat or use the restroom, learn more about Walk Bike Nashville, or just enjoy the largest form of public space: the streets.

Hubs are located at Riverfront Park, The Gulch, Sounds Stadium at First Horizon Park, and the Howard Office Building. At each hub, participants will be able to connect with community partners, take part in games and activities, or learn about different organizations and entities partnered with the series. For a full list of activities and partners, follow this link.

There is also an interactive map with information on water stations, restroom locations, and more available here.

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