Oklahoma City is gearing up for what is expected to be the biggest party in its history. On Tuesday, June 24, the city will celebrate the Thunder’s first-ever NBA championship with a massive parade projected to draw a crowd of 500,000.
The celebration starts at 10:30 A.M in Midtown and will wrap up outside the Paycom Center and Scissortail Park. According to Mayor David Holt, the 90-minute event will mark a defining moment for the city.
“The day of the parade will forever live in the annals of our city’s history,” Holt said. “It is a celebration of our team’s historic accomplishment and our city’s renaissance. All Thunder fans from across the city, state, and world are invited.”
Thunder parade: Tuesday morning at 10:30am.
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Holt also encouraged local businesses and employers to give people the chance to attend. “Let’s Thunder Up, OKC! We are the champions!” he added. Expect road closures, heavy foot traffic, and limited cell service throughout downtown as city officials work to manage the large turnout.
Full Parade Route And Timing
The parade will start at NW 10 and Harvey Avenue. From there, it heads south on Harvey, west on NW 5, south on Walker Avenue, east on Oklahoma City Boulevard, and south on Robinson Avenue, ending at SW 6.
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Cross streets and nearby roads will remain closed throughout the morning. Officials recommended arriving early and planning, especially for parking. City Manager Craig Freeman advised fans to bring water and snacks and to be ready to walk. “You may need to walk long distances to and from the parade route,” Freeman said.
Public safety teams, including police, fire, and emergency services from across the metro, will remain stationed along the route to manage crowds and ensure a safe celebration.
Pre-Parade Ceremony And Broadcast Info
Before the parade begins, Oklahoma City Thunder players and staff will gather at Paycom Center for a private team ceremony at 9 am. The event will include speeches and trophy presentations, but will not be publicly open.
Fans can watch it live on Local TV or stream it via the Thunder’s mobile app and YouTube channels.
