00:00Birmingham Super Weekend promises an unforgettable few days but it will also test the city's infrastructure.
00:09The massive events scheduled for July 5th and 6th are set to bring huge crowds and plenty of disruption.
00:15From Black Sabbath's farewell show at Villa Park to the ELO tour at Utilita Arena,
00:20to the Colmore Food Festival and the England vs India cricket match at Edgbaston,
00:25the city will be bustling but navigating through it will require preparation.
00:30Black Sabbath's Back to the Beginning festival at Villa Park is expected to attract tens of thousands of fans.
00:38Roads around Villa Park, Aston and the I-41 corridor will be closed or severely impacted by the concert.
00:45Aston Hall Road, Trinity Road and Alum Rock Road are expected to be particularly affected
00:51so anyone driving to the area should be prepared for significant delays.
00:56Local businesses will see a boost in customers particularly pubs and shops nearby but these will also face the brunt of heavy foot traffic.
01:04For those heading to the event, public transport is the safest and most convenient option to avoid gridlock.
01:10Meanwhile, the ELO over and out tour at Utilita Arena is expected to pull in large crowds to Bordesley Green and Digbeth.
01:18With the venue being a major draw, road disruptions will be felt on the B4100 and Bordesley Circus.
01:24Given the likely parking shortages around the arena, drivers should either secure parking in advance or opt for public transport.
01:32Local transport services such as buses and trains will experience extra pressure with likely delays due to the high volume of passengers heading to and from the arena.
01:42For cricket fans attending the England vs India Test match at Edgbaston, road closures are expected near Edgbaston Park Road, Calforpe Road and Selly Oak.
01:52This popular event will bring with it usual challenges of traffic and road closures, particularly during match breaks when fans will flood the streets.
02:01With the stadium attracting crowds of up to 25,000, it's highly recommended to rely on public transport for travel to and from the venue.
02:10Trains to Edgbaston station and buses will be the quickest routes for those attending the match, ensuring you avoid the worst of the congestion around the stadium.
02:20On the food front, the Colmore Food Festival, set to take place in Victoria Square, will draw large crowds of food enthusiasts from across the city.
02:29As the festival expands, expect major closures of roads such as New Street, Broad Street and Hearst Street.
02:35There will be increased pedestrian traffic, particularly near the Bullring.
02:39If you plan on attending, it's best to arrive early as crowds will likely be large.
02:44To avoid delays in city centre traffic, consider using public transport to get in and around the city, as these areas will likely face congestion all weekend.
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