PHILIPSBURG:--- Following the successful conclusion of the two shows held on the evening of April 27th into Sunday morning, April 28th, 2024, the Police Force of Sint Maarten (KPSM) announces an extension of the traffic management plan to accommodate the upcoming Bacchanal Sunday event on the sandbank/ring-road.
Road Closure Details:
In connection with the Bacchanal Sunday event, a section of W.J.A. Nisbeth Road will be temporarily closed, starting from the Salt Pickers roundabout to the intersection with Tamarinde Steeg. Additionally, all alleyways leading to and from Cannegieter Street towards Nisbeth Road will be closed within this designated area. The road closure will commence at 6:00 PM on Sunday, April 28th, 2024, and remain in effect until 4:00 AM on Monday, April 29th, 2024.
Alternative Routes:
Patrons traveling to or from Suoaliga Road (Festival Village) are advised to utilize D.A Peterson Street, located adjacent to the police station. From there, continue onto the Salt Pickers roundabout and proceed to Soualiga Road. Please note that access to Nisbeth Road from the Salt Pickers roundabout will be restricted during this period. Additionally, drivers can utilize Cannegieter Road via D.A. Peterson Street, the Salt Pickers roundabout, and Suoaliga Road to access the Festival Village during the Bacchanal Sunday event.
Boot Holder Notice:
All boot holders adjacent to Nisbeth Road are reminded to ensure that all their merchandise needed to and from their booths is brought or carried out before 6:00 PM on Sunday, April 28th, 2024. Following the closure of the road, vehicular access to the closed-off area will be prohibited.
Cooperation Requested:
The Police Force of Sint Maarten requests the cooperation of all residents and visitors to adhere to traffic directives and respect designated road closures. Enforcement measures will be in place to ensure compliance with the traffic management plan, and cooperation from the public is greatly appreciated.
KPSM Press Release.