TRAFFIC ALERT: El Metro Announces Route Reroutes for Upcoming Parades – Feb 19 & 21 2026
LAREDO, TX — To accommodate the festivities for the upcoming Youth Parade and Grand Parade, El Metro Transit has announced temporary rerouting for several bus routes. These changes are necessary to ensure the safety of parade participants and spectators while maintaining service for our riders.
Reroute Schedule
Service adjustments will be in effect during the following times:
- Thursday, February 19: Starting at 3:00 PM until streets reopen.
- Saturday, February 21: Starting at 6:00 AM until streets reopen.
Affected Routes & Reroute Chart
Passengers are encouraged to review the following chart to plan their commutes accordingly. Normal operations will resume as soon as local authorities deem the streets safe for transit vehicles.
|
Route Number |
Route Name |
Detour Description |
|
Route 1 |
Santa Maria |
Terminal will be at Santa Maria @ Washington (will not go to Transit Center) |
|
Route 2A & 2B Outbound |
San Bernardo |
Will use San Dario left on Lafayette right on San Bernardo back to its regular route. |
|
Route 2A & 2B Inbound |
San Bernardo |
Will take left on Lafayette right on San Francisco right on Park left on San Eduardo right on Houston |
|
Route 3 Outbound |
Convent |
Will take Matamoros left on San Dario right on Gonzalez to its regular route |
|
Route 3 Inbound |
Convent |
Will take right on Park left on San Eduardo right to Houston to Transit Center |
|
Route 7 |
Ladrillera / El Cuatro |
Will not services Washington St. C3 Riverside Circulator – Terminal will be at Santa Maria at Washington Note : will not be going to Transit Center |
How to Stay Informed
El Metro is committed to keeping our community moving. For real-time updates or specific questions regarding your route, please use the following resources:
Customer Service: Call (956) 795-2280
Mobile App: Check the El Metro app for live bus tracking.
Social Media: Follow us for instant alerts on street openings.
We thank our riders for their patience and wish everyone a safe and happy parade season!
