Ribbon Cutting Marks Completion of Grand National Drive Phase I

Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer and District 6 City Commissioner Bakari F. Burns Celebrate Grand National Drive Improvements

Project Marks Major Milestone in International Drive Revitalization Plan

WHAT:
On Thursday, May 29, 2025, Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer and District 6 City Commissioner Bakari F. Burns will host a ribbon cutting ceremony to mark the completion of Phase I of the Grand National Drive capacity improvements, a key milestone in the City's broader effort to revitalize the North International Drive corridor.

This project represents a major investment in mobility, pedestrian safety and infrastructure modernization in one of Orlando's busiest tourism and business districts. Enhancements stretch from Oak Ridge Road to Vanguard Street and include:

• 10-12-foot multi-use sidewalks to improve pedestrian and bicycle safety
• Redesigned streetscapes and upgraded landscaping
• Improved drainage infrastructure
• Traffic flow enhancements supporting reduced congestion and better connectivity

These improvements also support the City's Vision Zero initiative, aimed at eliminating traffic-related fatalities and serious injuries, and offer a key alternative route to relieve pressure on Kirkman Road due to the I-4 Ultimate project.

The Grand National Drive improvements are part of the City of Orlando's long-term strategy to support economic growth, improve infrastructure and create a more connected, accessible International Drive district.

For more information, visit Grand National Drive Capacity Improvement Project.

WHEN:
Thursday, May 29, 2025
11:15 a.m.

WHERE:
Intersection of Grand National Drive and Fun Spot Way.

MEDIA INFORMATION:
Reserved parking is available at 6616 Grand National Drive.

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