FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: December 18, 2024
MEDIA CONTACTS:
Giancarlo Rubio, RTC, 702-676-1683 Office, [email protected]
Sue Christiansen, RTC, 702-676-1891 Office, [email protected]
Riders should plan for holiday transit schedules and traffic detours
(Las Vegas, NV) – The Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada (RTC) is offering free rides on all transit routes on New Year’s Eve to ensure a safe travel option for locals and visitors celebrating the holiday. From 6 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 31 (New Year’s Eve) through 9 a.m. Wednesday, Jan.1 (New Year’s Day), transit riders can board any RTC bus route without purchasing a pass or presenting fare.
The RTC offers complimentary park-and-ride facilities throughout the valley, providing convenient access to transit options. Parking spots are on a first-come, first-served basis at all park-and-ride sites.
SERVICE DETAILS:
Riders are advised to plan for significant transit detours on New Year’s Eve using the rideRTC transit app, which provides real-time information about bus locations and arrival times. For details, visit rtcsnv.com/newyears.
Additionally, the RTC transit system will operate on a Saturday schedule on Tuesday, December 24 (Christmas Eve) and Tuesday, Dec. 31 (New Year's Eve), and a Sunday schedule on Wednesday, Dec. 25 (Christmas Day) and Wednesday, Jan. 1 (New Year’s Day).
CELEBRATING ON THE STRIP:
The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department reminds everyone celebrating New Year’s Eve that strollers, backpacks, glass bottles, and bags larger than a standard grocery bag are not allowed on the Las Vegas Strip. Read more online about the prohibited items on New Year’s Eve.
About the RTC
The RTC is the regional authority overseeing public transit, metropolitan planning, roadway funding, traffic management, and the public bike share system. The RTC’s vision is to advance regionally transformative mobility solutions through equitable, innovative and sustainable infrastructure development. The RTC’s mission is to elevate quality of life for residents and visitors through sustainable planning, collaborative problem-solving, and safe and equitable transportation service. For more information about the RTC and our major initiatives or to download the rideRTC app, visit rtcsnv.com. Stay informed by subscribing to our blog or following us on social media.
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