AAA says 39 million people are traveling by car this Memorial Day weekend, meaning roads will be jam-packed.
Gas prices are reaching a national average of $4.48 per gallon.
One driver said she is looking forward to the holiday despite the busy roads.
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"I'm just planning on going to my family's house and grill and get some nice air."
GasBuddy says Fridays are one of the most expensive days to get gas. Before traveling back, drivers should stop at the gas station on Sunday — GasBuddy says that's when prices are cheapest in the state.
Local road closures and traffic could make travel worse.
Glen Stenstrup, a veteran, is planning on heading to the Wisconsin Memorial Park to mark the holiday.
"The cemetery has a ceremony, and it will be very nice. They'll have a guest speaker, usually a veteran," Stenstrup said.
Travelers heading back early should be aware of Memorial Day-related closures nearby. Menomonee Falls is hosting a Memorial Day parade that will have temporary road closures on Main Street and down Grand Avenue from 9 a.m. to noon.
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