Expect rolling road closures in Alexandria, Arlington and Fairfax counties on Monday and Tuesday, as Buddhist monks continue their “Walk for Peace to D.C.”

The “Walk for Peace to D.C.” — which sees Buddhist monks marching on a 120-day, 2,300-mile journey — may make driving around the region a little more complicated.

The procession starts again Monday.

Multiple road closures are planned as the monks travel through Alexandria and Arlington and Fairfax counties in Virginia.

Alexandria

The monks will pass through Old Town Alexandria on their way to D.C.

Alexandria authorities said streets and intersections along the route will be subject to rolling closures to safely accommodate pedestrians and crowds. Closures include:

Cameron Street between Washington Street and Alfred Street
Columbus Street between King Street and Queen Street

Timing: Approximately 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

During this period, vehicles may be temporarily restricted from entering, exiting or moving within impacted areas. Access will be restored as the procession passes and conditions allow.

Arlington Co.

Monday, Feb. 9: Arrival is expected in the early afternoon. The official time depends on their progress and well-being.

Depart Alexandria and enter Arlington County along Route 1
Right on Crystal Drive
Crystal Drive becomes 12th Street South
Right on Army Navy Drive
Right on South Joyce Street
Left on Columbia Pike
Right on Washington Boulevard
Right on North Glebe Road
End at Marymount University

Upon arrival, there will be short welcoming remarks from Marymount University President Irma Becerra, followed by brief remarks from the monks. Members of the general public may stand in front of the Administration Building (Rixey Mansion) to watch and listen. The remarks are expected to last about 5 to 10 minutes. No additional public events are planned afterward.

Tuesday, Feb. 10: Expected to begin at 7 a.m.

Depart Marymount University. No public event scheduled there.
Right on North Glebe Road
Right onto Chain Bridge Road
Exit Arlington County

For safety reasons, spectators are asked not to line the route on Tuesday along North Glebe Road, from North River Street to Chain Bridge Road

Fairfax Co.

Fairfax County police officers greeted the monks Sunday and said they will assist as the group travels through the county.

An interactive map of their journey can be seen online.

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