Bridge To Close Briefly During July 28 Events

The Mackinac Bridge will close briefly twice Saturday, July 28, during the 50th anniversary celebration.

The first closure will be for a parade crossing. Northbound lanes will be closed from approximately 11:45 a.m. to 11:55 a.m. Southbound lanes will be closed from approximately 11:50 a.m. until noon.

The second closure will occur during the fireworks display in the evening. The fireworks will be shot over the Straits from both Mackinaw City and St. Ignace on the east side of the bridge. All lanes will be closed on the bridge from 10:30 p.m. until 11 p.m.

Emergency vehicles will be able to cross during the closures.