FIFA frustrations: Residents near Fan Fest concerned; bars waiting on approval to stay open late
6abc Philadelphia • • sports
Key Points:
- The FIFA Fan Fest at Lemon Hill in Fairmount Park, Philadelphia, is set to run from June 11 to July 19, with volunteers preparing for its opening day on Thursday.
- Local residents near Lemon Hill have expressed concerns about road closures, increased traffic, and noise from sound checks, which have already disrupted their neighborhood before the festival's start.
- Bars and restaurants across Philadelphia, including Craft Hall in Northern Liberties, are preparing to host soccer fans and have applied for the 'Philadelphia 250 Permit' to stay open late during the World Cup games.
- As of Tuesday night, 65 establishments had applied for the permit, but final approval from the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board was still pending, with officials expecting to approve compliant applications soon.