Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and City of Springfield Department of Public Works (DPW) Director Chris Cignoli have shared that traffic congestion is expected in the city this weekend as the 2026 Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame Enshrinement Ceremony is held in Springfield.
Springfield is the birthplace of basketball and proud home of the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame.
Springfield DPW has shared timelines for the Enshrinement events and alerted motorists to expect traffic and parking congestion.
On Saturday, August 15, 2026, the City of Springfield is proud to host the 2026 Basketball Hall of Fame Enshrinement Ceremony at Symphony Hall.
Given the extent of the event, certain roadways in downtown will be closed or will have limited access beginning late Friday night through Sunday morning.
Court Street will be closed all day Saturday, August 15th and possibly Sunday morning.
Pynchon Street will be closed all day Saturday, August 15th
East Columbus Avenue will be closed from 5:00 pm to 10:30 pm on Saturday, August 15th from State Street to Boland Way
Boland Way will be closed from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 15th.
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno stated, “First of all, I want to thank my dedicated city team and our key local downtown venue stakeholders for their continued efforts in preparing for a great weekend for our Springfield. The excitement of the annual Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame Enshrinement Ceremony with legendary NBA, WNBA, collegiate, and international greats and basketball contributors making their way to our Springfield, the birthplace of basketball. With proper planning and management, we are confident that it will be another safe and successful weekend. Thank you to all for your patience and cooperation.”
