Howard University Homecoming Is This Weekend – Here Are All the Street Closures

Howard University’s Homecoming: A Weekend Celebrating Tradition and Community

Howard University, a prestigious institution in Washington DC, is set to celebrate its annual Homecoming Weekend on October 24 and 25, 2025. This event not only brings together alumni but also engages the local community through various activities and festivities.

Traffic Management for Homecoming

To ensure a smooth experience for all participants, the Howard University Police Department has announced street closures in the immediate vicinity of the campus. These measures are aimed at managing traffic and ensuring safety during the events, which include a football game, parade, and yard fest.

Street Closures and Parking Restrictions

From Friday, October 24, 2025, to Saturday, October 25, 2025, various streets will be posted as Emergency No Parking:

• 6th Street from Girard Street to W Street, NW
• Girard Street from Georgia Avenue to 6th Street, NW
• Fairmont Street from Georgia to 6th Street, NW
• Howard Place from Georgia to 6th Street, NW

On Saturday, October 25, 2025, emergency no parking signs will be posted for additional areas:

• Georgia Avenue from Columbia Road to Florida Avenue, NW
• Barry Place from Sherman Avenue to Georgia Avenue, NW
• 8th Street from Barry Place to V Street, NW
• W Street from 9th Street to 8th Street, NW
• W Street from Georgia Avenue to 4th Street, NW
• 4th Street from W Street to McMillan Drive, NW
• College Street from 6th Street to 4th Street, NW
• Bryant Street from 6th Street to 4th Street, NW

These streets will be closed to vehicle traffic for the duration of the Homecoming Weekend events. Specific times vary according to the activities planned.

Additional Interim Closures

In addition to the emergency no parking and full closures, some streets may experience intermittent closures starting from Saturday, October 25, 2025:

• V Street from 9th Street to Georgia Avenue, NW (hospital traffic allowed)
• Gresham Place from Sherman Avenue to Georgia Avenue, NW
• Euclid Street from Sherman Avenue to Georgia Avenue, NW
• Barry Place from Sherman Avenue to 9th Street, NW
• W Street from 9th Street to 8th Street, NW
• 5th Street from V Street to Florida Avenue, NW
• 4th Street from McMillan Drive to W Street, NW
• 3rd Street from Elm Street to Rhode Island Avenue, NW
• 2nd Street from Bryant Street to Rhode Island Avenue, NW
• Bryant Street from 2nd Street to First Street, NW
• Adams Street from 2nd Street to First Street, NW
• W Street from 2nd Street to First Street, NW
• V Street from 5th Street to First Street, NW
• U Street from 2nd Street to First Street, NW
• T Street from Florida Avenue to 2nd Street, NW
• Elm Street from 5th Street to 2nd Street, NW
• Bohrer Street from Florida Avenue to U Street, NW
• U Street from Bohrer Street to 3rd Street, NW
• T Street from Florida Avenue to 2nd Street, NW

The university and the local police will monitor these streets for traffic management purposes. Local residents and hospital traffic may still access some of these areas.

Important Reminders for Motorists and Community Members

Motorists are advised to plan their routes carefully around Howard University’s campus during this period. The Homecoming Weekend events will significantly impact local traffic, especially in the immediate area. Additionally, emergency services may need to use these streets at certain times, so flexibility is encouraged.

For more detailed information and updates, the university encourages visitors to check their official website or contact the Howard University Police Department directly. Community members are also advised to follow all posted signs and instructions from law enforcement officials throughout the weekend.