NYC Marathon Victory Parade Rolls Down Canyon of Heroes

Lower Manhattan celebrated today as the 2025 NYC Marathon champions rode floats in a ticker-tape victory parade. Chebet and Hassan waved to 150,000 along Broadway; X hit 95,000 posts. Free confetti—tons dropped—rained down; $10 champ shirts sold out instantly. NYC running—heroes honored.

Parade started at Battery Park; a Harlem school band marched behind the champs. Tradition revived after 25 years, per city data. Pop-up medal photo booths lined the route. New LED canyon screens replayed mile-26 sprints. A Bronx runner joined the champs on a float. Broadway’s vibe—NYC’s victory heart.

It’s not perfect—some streets closed all morning. Still, 150K cheering and flying paper made it magical, with 97% calling it “perfect celebration.” Post-parade, Canal Street echoed “NYC runs!” Season crowned—NYC strides.

Chebet’s 33—king? Hassan’s 32—queen. Canyon golden; world watched. Victory parade—run on.