Toronto's Church St. shutting down for Halloween with 80,000 people expected
· Toronto Sun
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Toronto Police are reminding the public that the Church-Wellesley Village BIA will host its annual ‘Halloween on Church’ festival on the weekend, with more than 80,000 people expected throughout the evening on Saturday and into Sunday morning.
The following road closures will be in place from Saturday at 5 p.m. until Sunday at 7 a.m.: Church St., from Gloucester St. to Alexander St., and Wellesley St. East, in the immediate vicinity of Church St.
Cops say additional traffic restrictions may be implemented to facilitate local traffic access, emergency vehicles and pedestrian safety.
Police are advising motorists to avoid the area and consider the road closures as significant pedestrian congestion is expected throughout the Church-Wellesley Village area.
Toronto Police release safety reminders for those attending Halloween on Church this year
Otherwise, attendees are reminded to:
• Keep phones, wallets, purses and other valuables secure and be aware of theft and pickpocketing, particularly in crowded areas
• Avoid leaving personal belongings unattended and report lost or stolen property as soon as possible
• Stay with friends or a group where possible and have a plan for reconnecting if separated
• Be aware of your surroundings
• Drink alcohol responsibly and do not drive while impaired
• Never leave drinks unattended or accept open drinks from people you do not know.
• If you see suspicious behaviour, violence, theft or another crime in progress, notify police or event security by calling 9-1-1 in an emergency or where there is an immediate threat to safety.