The Colorado Avalanche have finally climbed back atop the NHL mountain. They captured the Stanley Cup for the first time since 2001 and only the third time in franchise history. Colorado defeated the two-time defending Stanley Cup champion Tampa Bay Lightning in six games to do it, making it that much more impressive. The Lightning were looking to become the first team in 39 years to win three straight titles. Instead, the Avalanche might have just begun their reign atop the NHL.
It has been quite the few years for the Avalanche. Just five years ago, they had the worst record in hockey. But the development of stars like Nathan MacKinnon and Cale Makar, along with the veteran leadership and presence of Gabriel Landeskog, turned Colorado into a goliath. They finished the regular season with 119 points, second only to the Florida Panthers for the President's Trophy.
But before Avs fans look forward to next season and trying to win back-to-back championships, they need to enjoy this one as thoroughly as they can. That starts with the parade and ClutchPoints has you covered with all of the details.
Avalanche 2022 Parade Time, Date And Other details
The Colorado Avalanche will hoist the most coveted trophy in all of sports at the Civic Center Park Thursday morning, but the route to get there will be equally enjoyable.
The day begins with a pre-rally at 9 a.m. local time at the Civic Center Park. There will be live music, festivities and large screens throughout showing all the glory that was the Avalanche 2021-2022 season.
The parade itself begins at 10 a.m. right in front of Union Station at 17th and Wynkoop streets. The parade goes from there down 17th street all the way to Broadway, ending at Civic Center Park. The team will of course be on the main stage heading down 17th to the park. The players and coaches will not be alone though. Josh Kroenke, the Avs Ice Patrol, team mascot Bernie and even Denver's Mayor, Michael B. Hancock will all be aboard.
What roads will be closed
As Fox 31 KDVR notes, there are road closures to be made aware of.
14th Street between Delaware Ave. and Broadway will be closed from 6 a.m. to 11:59pm. Bannock Street from Colfax to 13th Avenue, 6 a.m. – 11:59 p.m. Finally, Cherokee Street, from Colfax to 13th Avenue, 6 a.m. to 5 p.m.
It is advisable to avoid the area if you are not planning on being a part of the celebration. There are thousands and thousands of people expected and delays are inevitable throughout the area. If you have the ability to bike or use public transportation, it is recommended.
There is also a very long list of items that patrons should not bring to the parade. They include but are not limited to the following:
- Alcohol, marijuana and illegal drugs
- Chairs and seating of any kind
- Blankets, tarps, beach towels, etc.
- Inflatable objects (beach balls, latex balloons, etc.)
- Cans and bottles
- Grills or propane
- Weapons (i.e., knives, pepper spray, stun guns, any concealed weapons, firearms, etc.)
- Umbrellas
- Hard case containers (coolers, briefcases, etc.)
- Air horns/whistles/vuvuzelas
- Animals (except service animals)
- Chemicals
- Fireworks, smoke bombs, etc.
- Large backpacks, suitcases, beach bags, equipment bags, etc.
- Drones
- Audio/video recording devices (including large cameras and tripods)
- Laser pointers
- Police/Radio scanners
- Skateboards/Roller blades
Fox 31 and Channel 2 will cover the parade live in case you aren't able to be there in person. Everyone should enjoy themselves as it is truly an exciting day in Denver and Colorado sports history.
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