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There is no city that celebrates Opening Day quite like Cincinnati. To help fans get to the festivities safely and conveniently, Metro will provide fare-free rides on Thursday, March 26. All Metro fixed routes and Access paratransit service will be free for the entire day.

“Opening Day is one of Cincinnati’s most celebrated traditions, and Metro is proud to help fans be part of the excitement,” said Brandy Jones, Metro’s Chief Communications and Marketing Officer. “With gas prices and parking costs continuing to rise, Metro offers a convenient and affordable way to get downtown and enjoy the celebration.”

Opening Day Parade Metro Detours
The Findlay Market Reds Opening Day Parade begins at noon on Thursday, March 26. As a result, Government Square and several Downtown bus stops will temporarily close throughout the morning and early afternoon. See below for temporary boarding locations during the parade.

Detours will be lifted shortly after the parade concludes. Riders are encouraged to download the Transit app for real-time bus tracking, service alerts, and route updates throughout the day, or contact the Metro Customer Care Center at 513-632-7575 with any questions.

Be sure to keep an eye out for Evie, Metro’s mascot, in the Opening Day Parade.

Opening Day Central Business District Boarding Locations
Because Government Square and surrounding streets will be closed during the parade, several Metro routes will operate on detour. Please review the alternative boarding locations below for the Central Business District between 11:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.

Rt. 1 on Broadway Between 4th & 3rd St
Rt. 6 on Elm at Court
Rt. 11 on 7th at Main Street
Rts. 4, 16, 17, 19, 43 on Main Street at 9th
Rts. 6, 20, 21, 64 on Elm at Court
Rts. 27, 28, 49 on 4th between Main & Walnut
Rts. 32, 33, 77 on 9th at Plum
Rts. 46 on 9th between Main & Walnut
Rt. 78 on 6th at Vine
Rt. 90 Metro Plus on Main at Court