Times, Route, Best Viewing Spots
Time Out Worldwide • • sports
Key Points:
- The New York Knicks won the NBA Finals for the first time in 53 years after a dramatic 16-point comeback in Game 5 against the San Antonio Spurs, sparking city-wide celebrations.
- A ticker-tape parade to honor the team will take place on Thursday, June 18, starting at 10 a.m. from The Battery and traveling up Broadway through the Financial District to City Hall.
- This will be the Knicks' first official ticker-tape parade in their history, with prime viewing spots along Broadway near Bowling Green and Wall Street, where fans are advised to arrive early due to large crowds.
- Attendees should bring comfortable shoes, sunscreen, water, and Knicks merchandise, while leaving behind large bags, coolers, chairs, and alcohol due to tight NYPD security.
- For those unable to attend, live coverage will be available on local networks including MSG Network, ABC7 New York, NBC 4, and official NYC government streaming channels, with a post-parade ceremony at City Hall where the team will receive the Keys to the City.
