Coventry is getting ready for a moment that will be remembered for generations.
After a remarkable season, Coventry City F.C. have secured promotion back to the Premier League — ending a 25-year absence from the top flight of English football.
To mark this historic achievement, the city will host a massive Bank Holiday celebration on Monday 4th May 2026 — bringing together fans, families, and the wider community in a powerful show of pride, unity, and joy.
🎉 A City-Wide Celebration
In partnership with Coventry City Council, the club is organising “WE ARE BACK: LIVE” — a full day of festivities combining sport, music, and community spirit.
From 1pm to 7pm, Coventry will transform into a sea of sky blue as thousands gather to celebrate this incredible achievement.
🚌 The Open-Top Bus Parade
At the heart of the celebrations is a city-wide open-top bus parade, starting at the Coventry Building Society Arena at 1pm.
The parade will travel through key areas including:
- Holbrooks
- Whitmore Park
- Keresley
- Coundon
- Chapelfields
Before finishing at Hearsall Common, bringing the celebrations directly into local communities.
Fans are encouraged to line the streets and be part of this unforgettable moment as players and staff celebrate with the city
The below roads will be closed 11am and 4pm on 4 May.
- Holbrook Way - from Jimmy Hill Way to Holbrook Lane
- Holbrook Lane - from Burnaby Road to Parkgate Road
- Wheelwright Lane - from Parkgate Road to Hen Lane
- Parkgate Road - from Wheelwright Lane to Beake Avenue
- Parkville Highway - from Roland Avenue to Parkgate Road
- Beake Avenue - from Parkgate Road to Links Road
- Links Road - from Bruce Road to Beake Avenue
- Bruce Road - from Beake Avenue to Links Road
- Wallace Road - from Links Road to Norman Place Road
- Norman Place Road - from Wallace Road to Hollyfast Road
- Hollyfast Road - from Eversleigh Road to Westhill Road
- Westhill Road - from Hollyfast Road to Barker’s Butts Lane
- Barker’s Butts Lane - from Westhill Road to Thamley Road
- Moseley Avenue - from Cramper’s Field to Four Pounds Avenue
- Four Pounds Avenue - from Moseley Avenue to Queensland Avenue
- Queensland Avenue - from Four Pounds Avenue to Hearsall Common
- Hearsall Common - from Hearsall Lane to Canley Road
- Hearsall Lane - from Sovereign Road to Hearsall Common
- Tile Hill Lane - from Hearsall Common to Broad Lane
- Canley Road - from Tile Hill Lane to Beechwood Avenue
Closures between 11am and 9pm for the live music event
- Warwick Road - from Kenilworth Road to Ring Road Queens
- Kenilworth Road - from Warwick Road to A45 Kenpas Highway
- Leamington Road - from Warwick Road to Armorial Road
- Stivichall Croft - from Coat of Arms Bridge Road to Baginton Road
- Coat of Arms Bridge Road - from Kenilworth Road to Green Lane
Coat of Arms Bridge Road - from Green Lane to Stivichall Croft will also be closed between 8am and 9pm.
🎶 Festival at War Memorial Park
Alongside the parade, a huge festival will take place at
War Memorial Park
Expect:
- Live music from local artists
- Food and drink vendors
- Entertainment for all ages
- A vibrant community atmosphere
With space for up to 50,000 people, this will be one of the biggest celebrations Coventry has seen in years.
📚 Why This Matters to Emerald Book Club
At Emerald Book Club, we believe in the power of community, storytelling, and shared experiences.
Events like this remind us that:
- Stories aren’t just found in books — they’re lived in our cities
- Communities grow stronger when people come together
- Celebrations like this inspire creativity, connection, and pride
This is more than football — it’s Coventry’s story of resilience, growth, and triumph.
💚 Join the Celebration
Whether you’re a lifelong football fan, a casual supporter, or simply someone who loves community events — this is a day not to miss.
Bring your friends, family, and your love for Coventry.
Let’s celebrate together.
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