The New York Liberty have won its first-ever WNBA Championship, and the city is celebrating in style with a historic parade through the Canyon of Heroes. The NY Liberty Parade, following their triumphant victory over the Minnesota Lynx in the WNBA Finals, will be the first time a New York City women’s sports team will have this iconic parade.
Liberty Finals: How they won the 2024 WNBA Title
The Liberty clinched the WNBA Finals after an intense five-game series against the Lynx. This pivotal Game 5 featured outstanding performances from stars such as Sabrina Ionescu and Jonquel Jones, who ended up being named the Finals MVP.
The win capped off a remarkable season as the New York Liberty solidified themselves as champions and role models in women’s sports.
New York Liberty Parade: Where and when to celebrate
Fans eager to celebrate the Liberty’s historic victory can join the team for a ticker-tape parade down the Canyon of Heroes. Traditionally reserved for New York’s biggest sports victories, the NY Liberty Parade will be officially announced on Monday. That way, fans will cheer on the Liberty as they make their way to City Hall for the official celebration
In addition to the parade, several iconic New York buildings will also be lit in seafoam green, the Liberty’s signature color, on the night of the parade. NYC buildings illuminated Monday night are:
- 📍 New York City Hall: City Hall Park, New York, NY 10007
- 📍 Brooklyn Borough Hall: 209 Joralemon Street, Brooklyn, NY 11201
- 📍 The David N. Dinkins Manhattan Municipal Building: 1 Centre Street, New York, NY 10007
- 📍 Queens Borough Hall: 120-55 Queens Blvd, Kew Gardens, NY 11424
- 📍 Staten Island Borough Hall: 10 Richmond Terrace, Staten Island, NY 10301
New York Liberty Parade, the first-ever female sports parade in NYC
The Liberty’s win and subsequent parade not only celebrate their championship. Also, it marks a turning point for women’s sports in New York. The team’s rise to success has coincided with growing interest in the WNBA.
Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to the sport, the New York Liberty Parade is an opportunity to show your support for NYC’s latest champions.