Expect Traffic Delays and Transit Changes for Seahawks Parade

Emerson Raymont

Published: February 9, 2026 7:22 PM ET

Seattle is preparing for an epic celebration as the Seattle Seahawks host a parade in honor of their Super Bowl victory. The event is scheduled for Wednesday, February 11, and officials are anticipating an influx of up to one million fans in downtown Seattle. Transit agencies are implementing strategies to accommodate the crowd and ensure smooth movement around the city.

Transit Changes for Seahawks Parade

King County Executive Girmay Zahilay expressed enthusiasm for the upcoming festivities, encouraging fans to utilize public transportation instead of personal vehicles. “Wednesday will be a great day of celebration,” he noted, highlighting the community spirit surrounding the event.

Metro General Manager Michelle Allison stressed the importance of public transit for this significant occasion, likening their preparedness to a successful play in football. Sound Transit CEO Dow Constantine assured fans that additional services would be in place to manage the expected high volume of attendees.

Traffic Impact and Street Closures

To facilitate the parade, many downtown streets will begin closing early on Wednesday morning. King County Metro will start rerouting bus services at 5 a.m. to accommodate these changes. People should expect many routes to operate differently due to the celebrations.

East-west buses crossing Fourth Avenue will be rerouted.
Riders may need to walk additional blocks to access their destinations.

Riders are encouraged to check Metro’s service advisories for specific route adjustments.

Transit Service Details

Sound Transit’s Link 1 Line trains will run every six minutes from 5 a.m. to 6 p.m. Additionally, four morning Sounder trains and extra Express buses will enhance service to downtown Seattle.

Parking at Sounder stations is available but expected to fill quickly. To assist in transport, Metro’s online Trip Planner is available for riders needing routes to downtown or the nearest Link station.

Shuttles and Additional Services

Special shuttles will operate within the downtown core.
Metro and Sound Transit buses from the north will drop off at designated hubs.
Kitsap Transit will offer increased ferry service to downtown Seattle.
Pierce Transit will provide special bus service from select locations.

Fans are advised to travel early and remain patient as they navigate the bustling streets of downtown Seattle on this festive day. For ongoing updates, transit users can visit the respective websites of their preferred transport services.