SR-408 Widening Project Near Camping World Stadium to Begin

Central Florida Expressway Authority plans major highway expansion this summer.

Apr. 15, 2026 at 2:58pm

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An abstract, colorful image with sweeping brushstrokes of motion blur, conceptually representing the busy traffic and highway expansion project near Camping World Stadium.The planned widening of SR-408 near Camping World Stadium aims to ease traffic congestion and improve access to the popular sports and entertainment venue.Daytona Beach Today

The Central Florida Expressway Authority is moving forward with a widening project on State Road 408 near Camping World Stadium in Orlando. The project aims to expand the highway and improve traffic flow in the area around the popular sports and entertainment venue.

Why it matters

The SR-408 is a major east-west highway connecting downtown Orlando to the suburbs and tourist areas. Widening the road near Camping World Stadium, home to the NFL's Orlando Apollos and host of many major events, will help alleviate congestion and improve access to the venue.

The details

The widening project will add additional lanes to SR-408 in both directions near Camping World Stadium. Construction is expected to last several months and may cause temporary lane closures and traffic delays in the area.

  • The project is scheduled to begin this summer in 2026.
  • Construction is expected to last several months.

The players

Central Florida Expressway Authority

The regional transportation agency responsible for managing and improving major highways in the Orlando metro area.

Camping World Stadium

A multi-purpose stadium in Orlando that hosts the NFL's Orlando Apollos as well as many other major sporting and entertainment events.

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What’s next

Drivers should expect lane closures and traffic delays in the area around Camping World Stadium during the construction period.

The takeaway

This highway widening project aims to improve traffic flow and access to one of Central Florida's premier sports and entertainment venues, helping to support the region's continued growth and development.