Thu Mar 27 11:50:00 UTC 2025: ## Cincinnati Reds Ready for Opening Day 2025 with Festivities and High Hopes

**CINCINNATI, OH** – Cincinnati is gearing up for Opening Day 2025, with hundreds of thousands of fans expected to celebrate the start of the baseball season. The festivities kick off with the 106th annual Findlay Market Opening Day Parade, featuring three-time All-Star Chris Sabo as grand marshal and two-time Daytona 500 winner Michael Waltrip as honorary grand marshal. The 1.4-mile parade, anticipated to attract over 130,000 attendees, will follow its traditional route.

The Reds will take on the San Francisco Giants at Great American Ball Park at 4:10 p.m. Reds superstar Elly De La Cruz expressed high expectations for the team, stating his confidence in their playoff potential, boosted by a revamped coaching staff including new manager Terry Francona.

Pre-game celebrations include the Reds Community Fund Block Party on Joe Nuxhall Way, Freedom Way, and Marian Spencer Way, starting at 11 a.m. This free event (cash only for food and beverages) benefits the Reds Community Impact Fund, though organizers discourage bringing young children.

The Banks will be bustling with activity, offering numerous locations to watch the game. However, with extensive road closures planned throughout the day, public transportation is recommended. Metro will offer free rides on Opening Day to facilitate travel. FOX19 NOW will provide live coverage of the parade at noon and the game starting at 4 p.m.

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