Knicks parade in NYC to celebrate title win with heightened security
NBC News • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 2:17 PM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
The New York Knicks are set to parade in New York City on Thursday morning, celebrating their first championship in 53 years. Millions are expected at the Canyon of Heroes for the event, which begins at 10 a.m. Attendees must adhere to strict security measures similar to those used on New Year's Eve, with screenings in place and restrictions on bags and other items. The event will be followed by a ceremony at City Hall, where the team will receive a ceremonial Key to the City, marking a historic achievement for the franchise.
- •Parade starts at 10 a.m. on Thursday at Canyon of Heroes
- •More than 10,000 NYPD officers will oversee security
- •600 tickets available for City Hall ceremony via lottery
- •Team to receive historic Key to the City during ceremony
- •Guests must arrive early and will face strict screening protocols
- 9:52 PMNBC News — Knicks parade expected to draw record crowds; NYPD on alert - NBC News
- 2:17 PMYahoo Sports — Knicks parade to draw millions as security ramps up; ceremony lottery winners to be selected
"The NYPD is taking measures for the Knicks parade similar to security seen on New Year's Eve in Times Square. All attendees will be screened; no bags will be allowed and pens open at 6 a.m.
"The New York Police Department has completed a security assessment for the New York Knicks victory parade and celebration Thursday
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External links- NBC NewsJun 17, 2026, 9:52 PMKnicks parade expected to draw record crowds; NYPD on alert - NBC News
The New York Police Department has completed a security assessment for the New York Knicks victory parade and celebration Thursday
- Yahoo SportsJun 17, 2026, 2:17 PMKnicks parade to draw millions as security ramps up; ceremony lottery winners to be selected
The NYPD is taking measures for the Knicks parade similar to security seen on New Year's Eve in Times Square. All attendees will be screened; no bags will be allowed and pens open at 6 a.m.
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