Thousands turned out Saturday for the Ben Franklin Bridge’s 100th anniversary celebration, filling the bridge and toll plaza area for a rare chance to walk the iconic span. (Photo: Tyler Thrasher/FOX 29)
PHILADELPHIA - A sea of people turned out Saturday to celebrate the Ben Franklin Bridge’s 100th anniversary, filling the bridge area for a rare chance to walk along one of the region’s most iconic landmarks.
What we know:
The Ben Franklin Bridge 100th Anniversary Celebration drew thousands of visitors Saturday, with crowds gathering near the toll plaza on the Camden side of the bridge.
The event includes food trucks, live entertainment, family activities and the rare opportunity for visitors to walk in the roadway of the bridge.
The bridge is closed to traffic during the celebration. The event is scheduled to end at 2:30 p.m., according to organizers.
Crowds pack the bridge
Images from the celebration showed thousands of people packed onto and around the bridge, creating a sea of visitors between Philadelphia and Camden.
The celebration marks 100 years of the Ben Franklin Bridge, which has long served as a major connection between Philadelphia and South Jersey.
Thousands turned out Saturday for the Ben Franklin Bridge’s 100th anniversary celebration, filling the bridge and toll plaza area for a rare chance to walk the iconic span. (Photo: Tyler Thrasher/FOX 29)
What drivers should know
The Ben Franklin Bridge remains closed to traffic until 2:30 p.m.
Drivers should use alternate routes until the bridge reopens.
What's next:
The celebration is expected to continue until 2:30 p.m.
The Source: This article was written using information from the Ben Franklin Bridge 100th Anniversary Celebration’s official website and FOX 29 reporting.