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Downtown Urbana remains open during Boneyard Arts Festival

Downtown Urbana remains open during Boneyard Arts Festival

The annual Boneyard Arts Festival showcases a wide range of creative work across multiple locations in the Champaign-Urbana area. Photo: Shutterstock


URBANA, IL (Chambana Today) — Downtown Urbana will remain open throughout the weekend as the Boneyard Arts Festival brings visitors to the area to celebrate local art and culture.

City officials are encouraging residents and visitors to explore the downtown district while supporting local shops, restaurants, and artists participating in the festival.

The downtown parking garage will remain open, with additional parking available nearby. Visitors are advised to follow posted traffic signs and detours related to ongoing infrastructure work by Illinois American Water to help ensure a smooth experience. Despite construction activity, access to all downtown properties will be maintained, allowing festivalgoers to continue enjoying the area’s businesses and venues.

The annual Boneyard Arts Festival showcases a wide range of creative work across multiple locations in the Champaign-Urbana area, drawing artists and visitors from across the region.

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