Temporary CATS Bus Detours Due to 5Ks and Charlotte FC

Published on March 19, 2026

Rider’s Alert

Routes: 1, 4, 5, 7, 8, 9, 16, 17, 19, 22, 26, 28, 30, 34, 35, 57
Effective: March 21, 2026

The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) will temporarily adjust the following bus routes due to road closures for upcoming events.

Run Jen Run 5k

Route:

19, 28, 30, 57

Where:

Barclay Downs Drive, Carnegie Boulevard and several neighborhood streets in the vicinity of South Park Mall

When:

Saturday, March 21 from 7:30-9:30 a.m.

Stops Missed:

45840, 30190, 16840, 16770, 01600, 01610, 01800, 40937, 01790, 01550, 01590, 01760, 01570, 45845, 25220, 25250

Get Your Rear in Gear 5k

Route:

4, 9, 17

Where:

Caldwell Street, Central Avenue, 7th Street, Belmont Avenue, Seigle Avenue and several streets in the area

When:

Saturday, March 21 from 7:30-10:30 a.m.

Stops Missed:

05010, 05000, 45498, 07900, 07910, 07890, 17141, 60000, 59880, 26890, 03010, 45021, 03030

Charlotte FC vs. New York Red Bulls

Routes:

1, 5, 7, 8, 16, 22, 26, 34, 35

Where:

Mint Street between Morehead Street & MLK Jr. Boulevard

When:

Saturday, March 21 from 4:30-11 p.m.

Stops missed:

25270, 46594, 30760, 33440, 33430, 45399, 37380, 25360, 25330, 25660, 25720, 37412, 25800, 25815, 45420, 25830, 25840, 25850, 25890, 25880, 25910, 59590, 45720, 44045, 08430, 25650, 45749, 38420, 59660, 59591, 11330

Use the CATS-Pass app to find an alternative stop or route. For questions or concerns, riders can speak directly to a customer service representative at 704-366-7433.

The City of Charlotte does not discriminate on the basis of disability. To request a reasonable accommodation or translation (free of charge), please email telltransit@charlottenc.gov or call 704-366-7433.