York is gearing up for a momentous celebration on Thursday 7 May, as York City Football Club marks its return to the English Football League (EFL) with a victory parade.
Hundreds of fans are expected to line the streets of York, as the city comes together to celebrate a York City Football Club (YCFC) victory parade.
Parade preparations
Whether you’re planning to secure a spot along the parade route or simply navigate the city while the celebrations take place, we've brought together all the essential information in one place. From travel advice and road closures to the parade route and the best vantage points, everything you need to know is covered.
Our key message is:
Plan ahead to make sure your Thursday runs exactly how you want it to. Delays will be kept to a minimum but safety of the parade is paramount".
YCFC victory parade
On Thursday 7 May, we've invited YCFC Men’s Team to parade their National League trophy around the city.
Get more information on:
- victory parade details; the route
- watching the victory parade
- parade and spectator safey
- impact on businesses and residents
Victory parade details
Click to view an enlarged map of the YCFC victory parade route (opens in new window).
The 2 kilometer-long route will start at 7.00pm from St Leonard's Place (York Art Gallery).
It will journey along:
- Museum Street
- Station Road
- Rougier Street, George Hudson Street
- Bridge Street
- Clifford Street
The route finishes at Eye of York, at approximately 7.45pm to 8.00pm.
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Watch the parade
The route is 2 kilometers long; you're advised to 'use the length of the route' - there are no dedicated viewing areas.
We are not able to provide specific accessible viewing areas, but have made the parade a long route to allow as many people as possible to watch it.
We recommend those uncomfortable in large crowds choose a less congested location along the route which is away from major landmarks, or choose a wider street where there is more space to move around.
We also urge fans lining the route to be courteous to families, older people and those with access needs.
Please note, there will be no toilets provided on the route. However, our local public toilets will remain open later.
Travel and parking
The key thing for Thursday 7 May is to plan your journey in advance. Rolling road closures along the route will be short term to allow the parade to pass.
You're strongly advised to stay local and walk or cycle if possible.
If you're using public transport, please check the latest timetables and allow extra journey time. Visit the iTravel York website for the latest travel advice, to help you plan your trip.
We strongly advise you do not drive towards parts of the parade route, particularly into the city centre, and ask fans to either walk or try and view the parade as close to home as possible.
Parking will be available at car parks around the city and St Georges Field Car Park for the Eye of York. Blue Badge holders will have access to part of Castle Car Park.
Parade and spectator safey
The use of flares, pyrotechnics, or anything similar is strictly prohibited as they poses risk of injury.
No drones are allowed on the parade route. Any unauthorised drones on the parade route will be removed.
We’re asking parents, carers and guardians to take a photograph of children they're accompanying before attending the parade. Should you become separated, this will help identify them quickly; please alert your nearest steward or member of North Yorkshire Police immediately. There will be a 'lost and found person' facility within the first aid area at The Eye of York.
Stewards will be distributing wristbands to attach to a child or vulnerable person, on which you can write the telephone number of a responsible adult.
Information for businesses and residents
We will liaise with businesses and residents along the route to make sure they're aware of the parade and the impact it may have.
Additional parade-related information
If you have a concern or query about the YCFC victory parade, email: contact@york.gov.uk.