Officially, clubs usually announce a “planned duration” of around 75 to 90 minutes. But that’s like saying a party will end at 11 PM—it’s optimistic. The actual parade ends when the last scarf is thrown, the last chant fades, and the bus disappears into the stadium tunnel. Usually, you’re looking at a solid two hours total from the moment the bus leaves to the final bow.
So, to answer your question simply: plan for two hours, but hope for longer. Because every extra minute means more time to cheer for your club, to share a laugh with strangers, and to remember why you love this silly, beautiful game. Now go charge your phone, fill a water bottle, and find that lucky scarf.
Oh, and if you see Dave from the story? Tell him to bring his own crisps next time.
