Celebrate Coventry City’s return to the Premier League with a huge city-wide party and parade!

WE ARE BACK: LIVE | Coventry City FC Promotion Celebration Event in Coventry

• Date: Monday 4th May 2026
• Time: 1pm – 7pm
• Location: War Memorial Park, Coventry + City-wide bus parade
• Tickets: Available at eticketing.co.uk/CCFC
  • Priority Sale (Season Ticket holders): from Friday 24th April 2026 at 5pm until Tuesday 28th April at 5.30pm. £5 per ticket.
  • General Sale: from Wednesday 29th April 2026 at 10am. £10 per ticket.

Coventry City FC are inviting fans to come together for WE ARE BACK: LIVE – a huge city-wide celebration marking their incredible return to the Premier League.

Taking place on Bank Holiday Monday 4th May, this unforgettable event is delivered in partnership with Coventry City Council and will see the whole city come alive in Sky Blue spirit. The celebrations include an open-top bus parade through Coventry and a massive one-day music festival in War Memorial Park for up to 50,000 fans.

Coventry City FC Bus Parade

The bus parade will begin at the Coventry Building Society Arena at 1pm, travelling through Holbrooks, Whitmore Park, Keresley, Coundon and Chapelfields, before finishing at Hearsall Common – bringing the party right into the heart of the community. 

Full parade details: here

Coventry City FC Festival

From 1pm to 7pm, War Memorial Park will host a huge festival packed with entertainment, music and celebration, creating an electric atmosphere for supporters of all ages as they celebrate this historic moment together. Tickets for the event at Memorial Park will cost £5 for season ticket holders, and £10 for everyone else. Stay up to date with the line up on Facebook.

• Tickets: Available at eticketing.co.uk/CCFC
  • Priority Sale (Season Ticket holders): from Friday 24th April 2026 at 5pm until Tuesday 28th April at 5.30pm. £5 per ticket.
  • General Sale: from Wednesday 29th April 2026 at 10am. £10 per ticket.

What to expect:

• Open-top bus parade with players and management
• City-wide celebrations across Coventry
• Large-scale music festival in War Memorial Park
• Entertainment and activities for all ages
• An unforgettable atmosphere with 50,000 Sky Blues fans

This is a once-in-a-generation moment for Coventry City supporters – and the perfect chance to celebrate together as a city.

Don’t miss out – join the celebrations and be part of Coventry football history!

Frequently Asked Questions

What is WE ARE BACK: LIVE?

WE ARE BACK: LIVE is a city-wide celebration event hosted by Coventry City FC to mark their return to the Premier League. It includes a bus parade through the city and a large music festival in War Memorial Park.

When is the event taking place?

The event takes place on Bank Holiday Monday 4th May 2026.

Do I need a ticket?

Yes, the event in War Memorial Park is fully ticketed and entry requires a valid ticket. Tickets available at eticketing.co.uk/CCFC

How much are tickets?

Tickets are priced at £5 for Season Ticket holders and £10 for non-Season Ticket holders.

Who is selling the tickets?

All tickets are being sold directly by Coventry City Football Club. Tickets available at eticketing.co.uk/CCFC

When do tickets go on general sale?

Tickets are initially available to Season Ticket holders, with remaining tickets going on general sale from 10am on Wednesday 29th April 2026. Tickets available at eticketing.co.uk/CCFC.

What can I expect on the day?

The event will feature an open-top bus parade with players and staff, plus a large-scale music festival with entertainment, food, and activities for fans of all ages.

Is the event suitable for families?

Yes, the celebration is designed to be family-friendly and suitable for supporters of all ages.

Where does the bus parade start and finish?

The parade will begin at the Coventry Building Society Arena and travel through the city before finishing at Hearsall Common.

Will more details be announced?

Yes, further information including the full parade route and festival line-up will be confirmed closer to the event.  Stay up to date on Facebook.

Image credit: https://www.facebook.com/CoventryCityFC