CATS Partners with Charlotte Pride to Offer Special Transit Pass

Published on August 09, 2025

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Effective: Aug. 9, 2025

CATS Partners with Charlotte Pride to Offer Special Transit Pass for Festival and Parade

The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) and Charlotte Pride are pleased to offer a special discounted pass for the 25th anniversary festival and parade!

Riders can purchase a 2-day all-access CATS-pass for just $10, and enjoy the festivities without the parking costs or traffic hassle. This pass includes unlimited rides on all services as well as direct access to Uptown Charlotte. This special pass can be purchased now through Aug. 15 via the CATS-Pass app and tapping the “Charlotte Pride Festival” event on the home screen.

Riders are encouraged to use CATS services to visit the FREE Charlotte Pride Festival and Parade! This year the festival location is at First Ward Park, which is conveniently accessible via the Blue Line by utilizing 7th or 9th Street stations.

The City of Charlotte does not discriminate on the basis of disability. To request a reasonable accommodation or translation (free of charge) please email telltransit@charlottenc.gov or call 704-336-7433.