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Tempe street closures planned for May 12 ASU commencement

Posted 5/10/25

Road closures and other travel restrictions will be in place for Arizona State University’s undergraduate commencement May 12 in Tempe.

The following street restrictions and closures have …

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Tempe street closures planned for May 12 ASU commencement

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Road closures and other travel restrictions will be in place for Arizona State University’s undergraduate commencement May 12 in Tempe.

The following street restrictions and closures have been identified; however, Tempe officials said others could be put in place to address public safety concerns that occur during the event.

May 12 from 8:30-11 p.m.:

  • Packard Drive will be closed in both directions between College Avenue and University Drive.
  • Sixth Street westbound will be closed at Rural Road.
  • Veterans Way will be closed in both directions between Sixth Street and College Avenue.
  • College Avenue will be closed in both directions between Sixth Street and Veterans Way/Fifth Street.
  • McAllister Drive will be closed in both directions between University Drive and Terrace Road.
  • Northbound Rural Road will be closed between Rio Salado Parkway and University Drive.
  • Westbound Rio Salado Parkway will be closed at McClintock Drive.
  • Southbound Scottsdale Road/Rural Road will be closed between Curry Road and Rio Salado Parkway.
  • Westbound and eastbound SR202 Scottsdale Road exit ramps will be restricted to northbound only.
  • Westbound University Drive will be closed between Rural Road and McClintock Drive.

Event Street Closures & Restrictions | City of Tempe, AZ

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