Observed arrival · 2026-09-03

The Ride 2026 retraces the Freedom Rides

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A 12-day bus journey will follow the 1961 Freedom Ride route from Washington, D.C., to New Orleans ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.

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The homepage presents a 12-day itinerary running October 17–28, 2026, with stops in 19 cities across eight states plus Washington, D.C. Participation is divided among individual pilgrims, organizational delegations, and sponsors: individual riders can purchase a six-day leg for $1,000 or the full journey for $1,700, while partnership levels begin at $10,000. The caravan also includes an Art Bus and community events at route stops.

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