Know Before You Go: 2026 Stanley Cup Championship Parade
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Published 5/1/2026 at 9 a.m. Updated 6/17/2026 at 10 a.m. 
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06/18/2026 9:52 am
Raleigh is excited to celebrate the Carolina Hurricanes Stanely Cup win with all their fans on Saturday, June 20. Here are some important things to know before you go to make your experience in downtown Raleigh the best one yet!
This event is hosted by the NHL and Carolina Hurricanes. View details on the official event page.
Time: 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Date: Saturday, June 20
Location: Downtown Raleigh
Text CANESPARADE to 888777 to get real-time updates on traffic, weather, and safety for the 2026 Stanley Cup Championship Parade.
Five decks, marked on the map will offer free parking for the celebration:
Additionally, the Performing Arts Center and Convention Center Decks will cost $10.
View parking maps and locations
To avoid traffic and congestion in downtown, we encourage visitors to consider GoRaleigh for getting into downtown, as large crowds are expected.
The fare is $2.50 for a Day Pass and riders can pay using cash on the bus or by downloading the UMO app to set up an account and pay via the app.
View the live bus tracker
You can take the 700 from Durham Station to the Regional Transit Center, and transfer to the 100.
You can take the 800 from Chapel HIll to the Regional Transit Center, and transfer to the 100.
Check out the Ride Guide!
Should you choose to ride one of the many bikes or scooters downtown, please be aware there is a no-ride zone around the parade route. Bikes and scooters will not be allowed in the no-ride zone between 7 a.m. – 3 p.m. Please park your bike or scooter in designated parking zones, or use your best judgement, keeping them out of sidewalks, roads, or anywhere that may block safe walking and driving paths.
Visit our friends at the Downtown Raleigh Alliance for all the info on places to dine and shop while you’re downtown.
June 20 Is Carolina Hurricanes Day
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