MTA Information:

Madison Square Park (Start of the Parade)

• Subway Access: The nearby 6 train station at 23rd Street is accessible on both the uptown and downtown sides.

• Bus Connections: M1, M2, M3, M55, and the M23 SBS buses.

Union Square Park (End of the Parade)

• Subway Access:
  The Union Square subway station is wheelchair accessible for the N, R, and L train lines.
  Note: The 4, 5, and 6 lines are not accessible. The Q train will be under construction on Sunday, so passengers should allow extra time to transfer to the N or R.

• Bus Connections: M1, M2, M3, M14A, and M14D make stops near Union Square Park.

• For accessible transportation, refer to the MTA Trip Planner website, input your location, and check the box for accessible trips.

Access-A-Ride (AAR) Information for Disability Pride Parade – Sunday, October 22, 2023

If you are using Access-A-Ride to travel to and from the Disability Pride Parade, please follow these steps:

1. Make a Reservation:

   • Call Access-A-Ride 1 to 2 days in advance.

   • To request a drop-off at the parade start, say:
     “Disability Pride Parade – Madison Square Park.”

   • To request a pick-up after the parade, say:
     “Disability Pride Parade – Union Square Park.”

2. Reservation Details:

   • AAR agents can find the locations in their Places file and will book your trip accordingly.

   • Important: Reservations for the parade must be made by phone only.

3. AAR Reservations Hours:

   • Open 7 days a week, from 7 AM – 5 PM

   • Call 877-337-2017, then press prompt #2.

   • Additional Assistance & Feedback:

     For help or to share feedback, contact:
     Christopher D. Grief
     Email: Chrisgreif@yahoo.com
     Phone: 347-589-1691
     (Co-Chair, Parade Transportation Committee)