"Sand in My Boots Festival: Road and Beach Closures in Gulf Shores"

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"Sand in My Boots Festival: Road and Beach Closures in Gulf Shores"

[!CDATA[Morgan Wallen is set to host the Sand in My Boots Festival in Gulf Shores this weekend, with road and beach closures already in effect. The festival, taking place from May 16-18, will feature a country music lineup and various curated experiences by Wallen. The event will utilize the same venue as the Hangout Music Festival, with a daily attendance cap of 40,000 people. The city of Gulf Shores has announced several closures and traffic modifications leading up to the festival. Public parking and beach access at Gulf Place have already closed, and starting on Tuesday, U.S. 59 and Ala. 182 will be closed to all traffic. Beach Boulevard will also be closed between West 2nd Street and East 2nd Street, with alternative routes provided for access to the area. On Saturday, May 15, Ala. 182 will be closed between West 2nd Street and West 3rd Street. All traffic is expected to return to normal on Tuesday, May 20, and all beaches and access points will reopen by 6 p.m. on Thursday, May 22. Visitors are advised to follow posted signage and traffic flow instructions during this time. As the festival approaches, attendees should be aware of the road and beach closures in Gulf Shores. Plan your travel accordingly and stay updated on any changes to traffic patterns. Enjoy the Sand in My Boots Festival responsibly and have a great time at the event!]]