Newcastle United have finally confirmed plans in full for Saturday’s parade; featuring a Town Moor supporter party AND a bus parade!
It’s believed Toon chiefs have been left ‘stunned’ by the number of fans registering their interest in Saturday’s event, with frustrations over the initial lack of bus parade listened to by the club.
It was reported earlier today that high-level meetings were taking place between the club, the council and police to figure out a plan to make a busy parade happen – and it seems we’ve got our wish, ensuring no one is left out of this weekend’s celebrations.
Here’s everything you need to know and the club’s Monday night statement in full, with the bus parade set to start at St James’ Park (timings to follow), while ALL fans – over 100,000 – who registered an interest in the Town Moor party WILL receive a ticket:
Newcastle United has confirmed further plans for the club’s Carabao Cup celebrations, with the team set to have a bus parade before an event on the Town Moor.
Key Points
Open top bus parade to kick-off celebrations before Town Moor event.
All Supporters who registered an interest will receive a ticket to the Town Moor celebration.
Eddie Howe’s side will celebrate their recent cup win with a city centre open top bus on Saturday 29 March, which will start at St. James’ Park, before making its way to the Town Moor for the celebration event.
Extensive work and long-term planning behind the scenes have continued with Newcastle City Council, Northumbria Police, Freemen of Newcastle, the North East Combined Authority, NE1, Nexus and the emergency services.
Newcastle United would like to thank all partners for the comprehensive planning and hard work throughout the process, as well as the meetings with the Safety Advisory Group. Further supporter information will be confirmed following additional meetings this week.
Ticketing
The club received unprecedented interest from supporters wishing to attend the event on the Town Moor. Every fan that registered an interest in the event will receive a ticket via email.
Route of Celebration & Timings
The bus route is open to the general public to attend. The open top bus will leave St. James’ Park with timings to be shared in advance. The bus will make its way down Gallowgate, turning onto Percy Street before heading onto the B1318 towards Gosforth. The bus will stop at the Town Moor where the players will make their way onto the stage. The full bus route will be shown live on large screens at the Town Moor event.
Transport & Travel
Supporters are encouraged to plan their journeys in advance and are advised to use public transport where possible. A number of road closures will be in operation on Saturday 29 March, on the following roads: (timings of closures to follow)
Barrack Road (from St. James’ Park to Gallowgate)
Gallowgate
Percy Street
B1318 (to Great North Road)
Great North Road
A live route planner can be found here
Food & Drink
Supporters are permitted to bring their own food and drink to the Town Moor event but are kindly reminded that no alcohol is permitted as this is a family-orientated event. Daysack-size Bags are allowed but are subject to security checks.
That feeling when you get to announce an open top bus parade 🏆
Full route details and timetable to follow tomorrow. But we can confirm we’ll be kicking off Saturday’s celebrations with a bus parade through the city 🤩#wedontdoquiet ⤵️
— Newcastle United (@NUFC) March 24, 2025