SE Valley Times

Gilbert, Ariz. - Gilbert Regional Park in Arizona will be shutting its doors to the public on Saturday, March 16, as country music enthusiasts flock to the park for The Smoke Show: BBQ and Country Music Roundup.

The closure is part of the preparations for the event, with several partial closures scheduled leading up to the main day. According to the announcement, on Wednesday, March 13, the Great Lawn and Amphitheater will be closed for event set-up. From Thursday, March 14 to Friday, March 15, additional closures will affect various parking lots and amenities within the park.

On the day of the event, Saturday, March 16, the entire park will be off-limits from 5:00 AM to 10:00 PM. While there will be no road closures, heavy traffic is expected in the vicinity of Gilbert Regional Park between 6:00 PM and 10:00 PM.

The closure will extend to Sunday, March 17, with certain areas of the park remaining inaccessible to the public. However, essential facilities like the playground, splash pad, courts, and restrooms will remain open for visitors.

For detailed information about The Smoke Show: BBQ and Country Music Roundup, including entertainment lineup, parking options, prohibited items, ticket details, and more, interested individuals are advised to visit the event's official website directly.