Seattle's Super Bowl parade could draw a million fans
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Up to 1 million people are expected to line Fourth Avenue on Wednesday as Seahawks fans flock to celebrate the team's Super Bowl championship with a parade running through the core of the city.
Driving the news: The parade begins at 11am, starting near Lumen Field, traveling north up Fourth Avenue and ending near the Seattle Center.
- The roughly 2-mile route is expected to take about two hours.
- A trophy celebration is scheduled for 10am at Lumen Field, but the free tickets were gone by midday Monday.
Why it matters: This is likely to be the largest public gathering in the city since the Seahawks' Super Bowl XLVIII parade in 2014, when more than 700,000 people braved freezing temperatures to cheer the team.
Catch up quick: The Seahawks won their second Super Bowl on Sunday, beating the New England Patriots 29–13.
What to expect: The city is anticipating between 750,000 and 1 million fans.
- Significant traffic delays and street closures are expected throughout downtown into the early afternoon.
- Officials are urging fans to use public transportation. Link light rail will operate normally, while many bus routes will be rerouted around the parade route.
If you go: Arrive early to secure a spot along the route, dress for the weather, and bring folding chairs or plan for a long stand.
- There may be limited access to restrooms along the parade route.
Yes, and: If you need a note of absence for your teacher or boss, the Seattle Police Department has you covered:
- "Following the Seahawks' victory, we have identified a critical shortage of decibel levels in the downtown corridor. Due to a documented history as a 'Certified 12,' your employee/student has been identified as a person of interest. Their presence is required at the Super Bowl Parade for ...public safety reasons."