The 2026 Grand Parade is Saturday, April 25, at 7:30 p.m. Plan ahead for traffic so you can snag the perfect spot along the route! The major road closures are here, and a full list of closures and times is available at the link below.
1 p.m. - Parade Staging Begins: This includes the closure of Manatee Ave W from 1st St/US-41 to 14th St W.
6 p.m. - Parade Route Closes: Manatee Ave W will be closed from 14th St W to 43rd St W. North and Southbound traffic will not be able to cross Manatee Ave W once barricades are in place.
p.m. - Green Bridge & 9th St W Closures:
9th St W will be closed from Manatee Ave to 3rd Ave W.
The southbound lanes of the Green Bridge (from Palmetto to Bradenton) will also close. The northbound lanes of the Green Bridge will remain open, but drivers must access the bridge from 3rd Ave W. The intersection of 9th St W & 3rd Ave will be open all day.
Roads will reopen once barricades are collected and streets are clear of debris.
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