Mayor Eric Adams announced New York City will fête the New York Liberty Thursday with a ticker-tape parade in the Canyon of Heroes following their first-ever WNBA championship, an overtime conquest that made all sorts of history.
City Hall released details on the parade, including timing and route, on Monday. Thursday’s ticker-tape parade will mark the third time the honor is bestowed upon a women’s sports team in New York City.
Here are the details.
When is the NY Liberty Parade?
The ticker-tape parade celebrating New York Liberty will be held on Thursday, Oct. 24.
What time does the parade start?
The parade is scheduled to kick off at 10 a.m.
How can I watch the parade?
If you can’t watch the parade in person, don’t worry. We’ve got you covered. NBC 4 New York will air TV coverage of the event and stream all the action on this website.
Which streets will be closed?
The NYPD will begin street closings on Broadway and the surrounding area and the surrounding area at approximately 6 a.m. before the parade starts. “No Parking” will be in effect beginning at 12 a.m. Wednesday. Any cars remaining will be towed.
The Brooklyn Bridge (Manhattan Bound) Centre Street exit will be closed for the duration of the parade. The Park Row entrance to the Brooklyn Bridge will also be closed during this time. Those looking for access to the Brooklyn Bridge should use the Frankfort Street/Pearl Street entrance, the city says.
Deliveries will be restricted for all businesses and residences in the area beginning 10 p.m. Tuesday and will not resume until Wednesday 5 p.m.
What about train and bus services?
The MTA will have train service changes, and may close certain subway entrances and exits in the area. Due to street closures, many MTA buses may be re-routed. Head to the MTA website for details.
Did you know?
There have been more than 200 ticker-tape parades in New York City. The most recent came in 2021, to honor essential workers and first responders for their response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The most recent one celebrating a sports team came prior to the pandemic, when the U.S. women’s soccer team won the World Cup in 2019.
