Leicester City invite fans to bus parade celebrating return to the Premier League

Leicester City players celebrate securing the Championship title after the Sky Bet Championship match at Deepdal Credit: PA IMAGES

Leicester City have invited fans to an open top bus parade through the city to celebrate their promotion back into the Premier League.

The celebrations will begin with pre-parade entertainment at 11:30am at Haymarket on Sunday, May 5th.

Crowds will then gather at Northampton Street for the start of the bus parade.

What can fans expect on Sunday?

  • Pre-parade entertainment: 11:30am at Haymarket

  • Start time: 12pm from Northampton Street

  • Arrival time: 12:40pm at Haymarket

  • Celebration: 1:15pm from the balcony overlooking the Clock Tower

  • Players depart balcony: 2pm

  • Event concludes: 2:30pm

Leicester City fans during the Sky Bet Championship match at Deepdale, Preston Credit: PA IMAGES

Fans can expect music, big screens, interviews and a trophy lift.

The club says it's a 'thank you from everyone at the Club for being such a big part of the team’s success this season.'

They are also advising people follow all event guidelines and respect the instructions from parade officials and local authorities.

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