Commuters should expect traffic delays due to the Kirkland Half Marathon and Mother’s Day 5K event to be held on Sunday, May 12, starting at Juanita Beach Park.

Juanita Drive Northeast between 93rd Avenue Northeast and 98th Avenue Northeast, and 97th Avenue Northeast between Juanita Drive Northeast and Northeast 120th Street will be closed from 6 a.m. until approximately 12 p.m.  Route impacts will include lane closures and/or delays from approximately 7 a.m. until the final athlete finishes at 11 a.m. For a route map and street closure information, go to www.kirklandwa.gov (Search: Special Events).

The Kirkland Half Marathon hosts 2,500 athletes during the event, which includes a Kids Dash, 5K run/walk and Half Marathon run/walk. Event website information may be accessed at www.explorekirkland.com.