The Latics sealed their return to the football league with a dramatic extra-time play-off victory at Wembley

22:17, 01 Jun 2025Updated 22:18, 01 Jun 2025

The Oldham Athletic squad celebrate after sealing promotion(Image: Offside via Getty Images)

Oldham Athletic have announced plans for a evening of celebration after the club’s dramatic play-off final victory at Wembley.

The Latics sealed promotion back to the football league with a last gasp comeback victory over Southend today. And the club has wasted no time in confirming details of a promotion parade and pitch party at their Boundary Park home.

It will take place tomorrow from 5pm and feature live music, a parade, speeches and fireworks. Tickets are £5 with the capacity of 13,500. If it sells out a big screen will be erected in the Joe Royle stand

In a statement the club said: “Get ready to celebrate an exciting moment in the club’s history as the team’s play-off victory will be marked with an unforgettable evening of music, speeches, and a parade around Boundary Park. The club is gearing up for a celebration that promises to be the perfect way to celebrate the lads’ success on the pitch.

“If in the instance that tickets sell out there will be a large screen set up in the Joe Royle Stand for those who still want to be part of the celebrations. Live music will be on throughout the evening, with a lineup of four fantastic bands, Two Connors, Boundary Parkas, Sam Hewitt and Victor Michael.

“A DJ will also be live throughout the evening, with Michael ‘Braddy’ Bradshaw hosting the night. At the heart of the event will be a memorable parade around the ground. Players, management, and the club’s board will all take part, celebrating the incredible achievement with the fans who have supported the club every step of the way.

“A special stage will be set up in the middle of the pitch, allowing speeches from the players, management, and club officials. Fans will hear first-hand from those who made the play-off victory possible, with the chance to recap on the successful campaign.

“As the evening unfolds, fireworks will light up the night sky, adding an extra element of magic to the already electrifying atmosphere. With the celebration will come to a close at 9pm this has the makings to be an evening that will live long in the memory for years to come.”