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Lilac Armed Forces Torchlight Parade 2026: Service Updates

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Plaza Temporary Closure

On Saturday, May 16, STA Plaza will remain open but closed to bus traffic starting at 4 pm. Temporary Boarding Bays on 2nd, 3rd, and Howard will be in use from 4 pm until the end of service.

STA will operate regular Saturday bus service on the day of the parade with the following changes:

Routes 12 & 14

  • Routes 12 and 14 (east and westbound) will have special buses departing at alternate zones at 11:20 pm.

Downtown Transfer Points:

  • Eastbound: Third and Howard
  • Westbound: Second and Howard

Temporary Boarding Bays 

Map of temporary STA Plaza boarding bays, showing relocated route bays on Second Avenue, Third Avenue, and Howard Street.

Jefferson Park & Ride Lot Temporary Closure

The Jefferson Park & Ride lot will be closed to public parking on May 15, 16, and 17 to accommodate storage of Lilac Festival Armed Forces Torchlight Parade floats.

A temporary bus stop will be added for riders located at Cedar and Fourth Avenue.

 

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