July 13, 2011

Commuters should expect traffic delays due to Kirkland Uncorked to be held Friday, July 15 through Sunday, July 17, at Marina Park. Event goers are encouraged to plan for their parking in advance. For public parking, including the Kirkland Municipal Garage, go to www.kirklandwa.gov/parking.

The Marina Parking Lot including, Lakeshore Plaza Drive from Central Way to Kirkland Avenue will be closed on Friday at approximately 5 to 11 a.m. and again on Sunday from 6 to 10 p.m. Kirkland Avenue from Lakeshore Plaza Drive to Lake Street will be closed on Friday from 5 a.m., until approximately 10 p.m. on Sunday. The City’s boat launch will remain open all weekend, however boaters should expect delays. Over 40,000 attendees are expected during the three-day event. For more event information, go to www.ExploreKirkland.com

For special event permit information contact, Sudie Elkayssi, Special Projects Coordinator, City of Kirkland Parks & Community Services Department at 425-587-3347 or selkayssi@kirklandwa.gov. For the 2011 special events permitted by the City of Kirkland, visit www.kirklandwa.gov (Search: Special Events). [07.13.11]