Fwd: Upcoming Vanderbilt events and neighborhood impacts
Hillsboro West End Neighborhood
We understand that this busy time of year can create added stress, particularly due to the number of campus events and associated noise. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused. Please know that we are actively working with Athletics and other partners to identify ways to better mitigate sound reaching the surrounding residential neighborhood. These efforts are ongoing, and we appreciate your patience.
We are approaching the end of this particularly active season. This week’s Vanderbilt University baseball game, Graduates Day, Commencement, and the Eagles concert will mark its conclusion, after which campus activity will transition into a quieter summer period.
To help you prepare, we’ve outlined what to expect in the coming days.
FirstBank Stadium lights will be in use into the evening on most nights this week to support scheduled events. Lighting will be reduced whenever possible.
Below is a detailed overview of road closures and traffic plans. Each plan has been designed to keep event-related traffic on campus roadways and minimize impact on surrounding neighborhoods.
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We remain committed to being a good neighbor and to addressing concerns that may affect you.
Tuesday, May 5 – Vanderbilt Baseball vs. University of Louisville
- Music Begins: 3:30 p.m.
- Gates Open: 3:30 p.m. (Hawkins Field)
- First Pitch: 5 p.m.
- Note: Fireworks are anticipated.
Due to expected inclement weather, the game has been moved to a 5:00 p.m. start time.
Thursday, May 7 – 2026 Graduates Day
- Graduates Day Ceremony: 11 a.m.–Noon
Memorial Gymnasium
- Graduates Day Celebration: Noon–3 p.m.
David Williams II Recreation and Wellness Center (Indoor Practice Facility)
- Road Closure: 11:45 a.m.–12:15 p.m. (30 minutes)
25th Avenue S (Kensington Place to Children’s Way)
Traffic Plan
- Ingress: Vehicles will be routed via 25th Avenue S with police-assisted intersection control. “Vanderbilt Event Parking Only” signage will be posted along Garland Avenue, Highland Avenue, and 24th Avenue S. Flaggers and cones will direct traffic into the 25th Avenue Staff Garage and surrounding parking areas.
- Egress: 25th Avenue S will be closed from Kensington Place to Children’s Way to facilitate outbound traffic. Police and flaggers will manage intersections at Kensington Place, Highland Avenue, Garland Avenue, and Children’s Way.
Friday, May 8 – 2026 Undergraduate Commencement Ceremony
- 9 a.m. | FirstBank Stadium
- Note: Fireworks are anticipated.
- See additional information.
Road Closures
- Natchez Trace (28th Avenue S to Kensington Place): 4:30 a.m. – approximately 2 p.m.
- Kensington Place (25th Avenue S to Natchez Trace): same timeframe
- 28th Avenue S will remain open to normal traffic
Traffic Plan
- Ingress: Vehicles will be directed along designated “Vanderbilt Event Parking Only” routes via 25th Avenue S. Police posts, road closures, and anti-ram barriers will help manage entry.
- Egress: Traffic will be dispersed across four designated zones. Anti-ram barriers will remain in place, with police stationed at key intersections, including Kensington Place, Garland Avenue, Highland Avenue, Jess Neely Drive, Children’s Way, and Blakemore Avenue.
Additional Activity
- Eagles concert sound check at 3:30 p.m.
Saturday, May 9 – Eagles Concert (FirstBank Stadium)
Estimated Event Schedule
- Gates open: 5:30 p.m.
- Tedeschi Trucks Band: 7 p.m.
- Eagles: 8:30 p.m.
- Final song: 10:30 p.m.
Music will be played over stadium speakers before and after the show.
Road Closure
- Natchez Trace (Children’s Way to Kensington Place): 11:30 a.m. – approximately midnight
Traffic Plan
- Ingress: Vehicles will be directed to designated “Vanderbilt Event Permit Parking Only” areas via controlled routes across four campus zones. Police officers, flaggers, and message boards will guide traffic into appropriate parking locations.
- Traffic restrictions, including “No Left Turn” and “No Right Turn,” will be enforced at select intersections. Barriers and work vehicles will be used as needed to support closures and maintain traffic flow.
Sunday, May 10 – Tuesday, May 12 (Anticipated Loadout)
Event breakdown and equipment removal will take place during this period.
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