In Irkutsk, on Youth Day, traffic restrictions will be introduced. On June 27 from 9.00 to 21.00 access to Yunost and Konny islands will be closed, where the main festivities will take place. Also, from 10.00 to 11.00 traffic on Gagarin Boulevard will be restricted due to a run for the All Russian Olympic Day. Also, retail alcohol sales will be banned in the city that day, and the administration and police ask not to use glass containers in the festival area.
As the city administration’s press service reports, traffic in Irkutsk will be restricted on Youth Day.In particular, on June 27 from 9:00 to 21:00, vehicle access to Yunost and Kony islands will be restricted. The main events of the youth holiday will take place in this area. Also, due to the race dedicated to the All-Russian Olympic Day, from 10:00 to 11:00 vehicle traffic along Gagarin Boulevard will be restricted.
Recall that on Youth Day it will not be possible to buy alcoholic beverages, the city mayor’s office press service reports.
In particular, on June 27, in accordance with a government order, retail sale of alcohol will be prohibited for 24 hours. The administration and police draw special attention of Irkutsk residents and city guests to the ban on using glass containers in the area where the events are being held.