It was a busy weekend for the Valley’s light rail system. Valley Metro estimates 68 percent more riders used the service compared to an average weekend.
In addition to the Final Four Fan Fest and March Madness Music Festival, riders used Valley Metro Rail to connect to the Diamondbacks home opener, the Phoenix Pride Festival and the Tempe Festival of the Arts.
On Sunday, Valley Metro Rail served an estimated 131 percent more riders compared to an average Sunday.
