Sunday Traffic Alert: Event Crowds and Overnight Construction to Impact Jacksonville Commutes

Downtown and Event Traffic Highlights

As Jacksonville wraps up a busy weekend, commuters can expect localized congestion today, Sunday, March 8, 2026. The Premier Bride Expo is taking place at the Prime F. Osborn III Convention Center, which will likely result in increased traffic and higher demand for parking in the LaVilla area and around Water Street throughout the afternoon. Additionally, while the main festivities for the Gate River Run concluded yesterday, the race hub relocation to the Jacksonville Shipyards at 700 E. Bay St. means that some lane restrictions and equipment removal may still impact traffic flow on East Bay Street near the downtown waterfront.

Public Transportation Updates

The Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA) has several alerts in place for those utilizing public transit today:

• St. Johns River Ferry: A ferry advisory remains in effect through today due to the Amelia Concours event. Riders should expect significantly increased wait times and higher ridership. JTA recommends arriving early if you plan to use the ferry for travel across the river.
• NAVI Shuttle: The autonomous NAVI shuttle service, operating in the Bay Street Innovation Corridor between downtown and the sports district, is currently free of charge for all passengers.
• Fare Pilot Program: Commuters are reminded that the six-month pilot program is active, with fixed-route bus fares reduced to $1.
• New Routes: Ensure you check updated schedules for Route 11 and Route 14, which recently added full weekend service, and the Red Line Xpress (Route 205) for rapid travel between Downtown and Jax Beach.

Overnight Roadworks and Lane Closures

Construction activities will resume tonight, bringing several nighttime closures that will affect late-night drivers and early Monday morning commuters:

• I-95 at Emerson Street: Expect nighttime ramp closures beginning at 10 p.m. tonight. Detours will be clearly marked to guide drivers around the intersection.
• I-95 Northside: Nighttime lane closures are scheduled between the Forest Street Bridge and the Railroad Bridge starting at 8 p.m. to facilitate ongoing bridge and road work.
• I-10 Westbound: The on-ramp at Forest Street to I-10 West will be closed tonight starting at 8 p.m. Drivers should utilize alternative routes through the downtown core.
• Atlantic Boulevard: Maintenance work continues with nighttime lane closures scheduled between Kernan Boulevard and the Jimmy Buffett Memorial Highway beginning at 8 p.m.
• McCormick Road (SR 116): Crews will be active tonight between Jane Street and Sand Castle Lane, with lane closures expected to start at 8:30 p.m.

Commuters are encouraged to use real-time traffic apps or the FL511 system to monitor any unexpected incidents or congestion before heading out this evening.