The wait is finally over for Knicks fans.
After defeating the San Antonio Spurs 94-90 in Game 5 of the NBA Finals at Frostbank Center in Texas, the Knicks captured their first NBA championship since 1973 and sent New York City into celebration mode. Led by the Finals MVP Jalen Brunson And his fellow stars Carl Anthony Cities, Michael Bridges, OG Anunoby and Josh Hartthe team returns to Manhattan for a long-awaited ticker-tape parade through the famous Valley of Heroes. Mayor of New York City Zahran Mamdani It also announced a ceremony at City Hall where the team will receive the keys to the city, marking one of the largest sporting celebrations New York has seen in years.
Here’s everything to know about the Knicks Parade, including date, start time, attendance details and how to watch live.
What is Knicks Parade Day in New York?
The New York Knicks championship parade is scheduled to be held on Thursday, June 18, 2026, after the team won its first NBA title in 53 years. Mayor Mamdani announced the celebration shortly after the Knicks won the NBA Finals.
“For more than 50 years, New Yorkers have waited for this moment. Through the near misses, the heartbreak and the hope that every year would be our year, this city has never stopped believing in the Knicks. This team has fulfilled that hope with grit, resilience and heart – just like the five boroughs themselves,” said New York Mayor Mamdani.
“New Yorkers cheered for our team from crowded Bronx living rooms to see parties in Brooklyn, and from bars in Queens to Staten Island to Manhattan, and Madison Square Garden itself. Now it’s time for our city to celebrate together. Ping pong.”
What time does the Knicks parade start?
The parade is scheduled to begin at 10 a.m. ET near Battery Park in lower Manhattan. The celebration will then continue with the championship ceremony and Key to the City presentation at City Hall Plaza.
How to attend the Knicks Parade
Fans can attend for free by walking the parade route along Broadway’s famous Valley of Champions. The procession will travel north from Battery Park through lower Manhattan before ending at City Hall.
If you were anywhere near New York during the playoffs, you already know the feelings. Knicks fans would take over the streets after almost every big win, turning downtown and the area around Madison Square Garden into one giant party. With the team finally taking home its first championship in 53 years, expect the city to show up in a big way. If you plan to attend, arrive early as crowds are expected to be huge.
How to watch the Knicks parade live
Fans who can’t make it to Manhattan will likely be able to watch the show live on local New York TV stations and streaming platforms. Official broadcast information has not yet been published, but major media outlets are expected to provide live coverage of the historic celebration.
