Elorza announces free, two-hour holiday parking in designated districts

PROVIDENCE – Mayor Jorge O. Elorza said free two-hour holiday parking for shoppers is returning starting on “Small Business Saturday” on Nov. 28 and running through Jan. 1 in select commercial districts.
Small Business Saturday focuses nationwide on local restaurants, retailers and businesses the day after Black Friday, which is known for holiday sales at big box retailers.

The following districts will feature the limited free parking from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.:

  • Atwells Avenue – Bradford Street to Knight Street
  • Broad Street – Public Street to Montgomery Street
  • Downtown Providence – bounded by Fountain Street, Memorial Boulevard, Weybosset Street
  • Empire Street and Friendship Street – from Dyer Street to Dorrance Street
  • Federal Hill Neighborhood – Spruce Street, Bond Street and Acorn Street
  • Hope Street – Rochambeau Avenue to Blackstone Boulevard
  • North Main Street – Thomas Street to Park Row
  • Olneyville Square – Route 10 to Sydney Street and Delaine Street to Atwood Street to Magnolia Street
  • South Main Street – James Street to Packet Street
  • Point Street – From Eddy to East Franklin streets
  • Thayer Street – Waterman to Bowen streets
  • Wayland Square – East Angell Street/Angell Street to Gano Street and Wayland Avenue from Angell to Pitman streets
  • Wickenden/Ives – Wickenden Street at Benefit Street to Ives Street at Preston Street

Elorza on Wednesday joined businesses owners and Greater Providence Chamber of Commerce representatives to kick-off the #ThinkPVD campaign, which encourages residents and visitors to “think, shop and buy locally” in the city this holiday season.

“When you shop this holiday season, I ask that you not only to buy local when buying gifts for loved ones but to #ThinkPVD in every aspect of your purchases,” Elorza said in a statement. “This Saturday as we celebrate Small Business Saturday nationwide, I encourage you to take advantage of the amazing Providence-based shops and restaurants we have here in the creative capital.”
Business owners, shoppers and diners are encouraged to share their experiences this season using the hashtag #ThinkPVD on social media.

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