Where to sit for Hardy’s Highway: Race for the Lake

DECATUR, Ill. (WAND) — Planning to watch Hardy’s Highway: Race for the Lake at Lake Decatur? Here's what you need to know:

The races will take place at Nelson Park on June 8 and 9.

Coolers and Personal Belongings - No Coolers will be allowed in Nelson Park or on Lake Shore Drive. No personal belongings (chairs, tents, etc.) will be allowed to remain overnight. All personal belongings must be removed overnight between race days.

Road Closures - Lakeshore Drive from Lost Bridge Road to Cantrell Street into Nelson Park will be closed starting at 5 a.m. on Friday, June 7th and will reopen on Monday, June 10th at 5am. Please plan to use alternate routes during this time. Detour signage will be provided.

Spectator Parking - Parking for spectators will be available on Lake Shore Drive for $5.00. Motorists should enter from the intersection of Lost Bridge Road/16th Street and Lake Shore Drive. A tram shuttle will be provided to transport patrons to Nelson Park. No overnight parking is allowed.

No Spectator Parking in Nelson Park on Saturday - Please note that there will be no public parking available in Nelson Park on Saturday. Consider using the convenient $5 parking option available on Lake Shore Drive.

Sunday Spectator Parking - On Sunday, Parking will also be available in the Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater lot as well as adjacent parking lots for $5.00. Please follow the designated signage.

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