Directions

Getting to Lowell Folk Festival

How to get to the Lowell Folk Festival

By Car

From Route 495 (Exit 35C) or Route 3 (Exit 30A if traveling southbound, Exit 30B if traveling northbound) to the Lowell Connector to Gorham Street (Exit 5C).

Parking

Parking is available at the following locations:

  • Ayotte Garage | 75 Post Office Square-Tsongas Arena
  • Davidson Surface Lot | Davidson Street off of East Merrimack Street
  • Downes Garage | 75 John Street
  • Hamilton Canal Innovation District Garage | 350 Dutton Street
  • Early Garage | 135 Middlesex Street
  • Lower Locks Garage | 90 Warren Street
  • Roy Garage | 100 Market Street

A portion of all parking processes is donated to the Lowell Folk Festival Foundation.

By Public Transportation

Schedules are subject to change, please consult these organizations before planning your trip.

LRTA Bus:
• Lowell Regional Transit Authority
• Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority

Street Closings As Follows:

  • Wednesday, July 26th: Arcand Dr. CLOSED beginning at 5AM (for the duration of the festival)

  • Friday, July 28th: Market St between Shattuck and Palmer CLOSED beginning at Noon (for the duration of the festival)

  • Full Festival footprint: Friday, July 28th from 3pm-11pm, Saturday, July 29th from 11am-11pm and Sunday, July 30th from 11am – 8pm (ish depending on breakdown) Sunday