How to get around D.C. during WorldPride this weekend
Why it matters: Plenty of road closures could affect traffic, so plan your transportation ahead of time.
State of play: Pride flag-wrapped Lime scooters and e-bikes are currently stationed throughout the city, Lime tells Axios.
And rides are free for festival staff, volunteers and performers.
Metro has Pride-wrapped buses and trains, too, and is increasing rail service between Friday and Sunday.
Metro will close at 2am on Friday and Saturday and at midnight on Sunday.
It will open at 6am on Saturday and Sunday.
The Yellow Line will be extended to Greenbelt on Saturday and Sunday.
Plus: Capital Bikeshare also has Pride-themed bikes across the city and will have bike valets who will take your bike if you can't find a parking spot at docks near this weekend's events.
Bike valets will be at the following docking stations:
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