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| JUDKINS PARK STATION, credit Peter Bohler, Sound Transit |
The Link Light Rail 2 Line "Crosslake Connection" opens March 28, 2026, connecting Redmond directly to Seattle via a major opening celebration. Festivities include a 9 a.m. ribbon-cutting at Judkins Park, followed by the first trains across Lake Washington at 10 a.m.. Celebrations, featuring food trucks and music, will run from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at stations including Mercer Island and Bellevue.
Key Details for the Opening Celebration:
- When: Saturday, March 28, 2026, starting with a 9 a.m. ceremony.
- Where: Celebrations will take place along the 2 Line, with major events at Sam Smith Park (near Judkins Park Station).
- Highlights: First passenger service over Lake Washington on the new light rail bridge, followed by community events, live performances, and local food vendors from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m..
Key Details of the March 28 Launch:
- Expansion: The 2 Line connects Downtown Redmond to Seattle, spanning 7.4 new miles.
- Service Frequency: Trains will operate every 8 minutes once connected with the 1 Line, serving passengers from approximately 5 a.m. to 1 a.m. Monday-Saturday, and 6 a.m. to midnight on Sundays.
- Convenience: The new route allows for faster, seamless travel from Redmond to the International District/Chinatown Station.
- New Connectivity: The launch works in tandem with new regional transit adjustments, including potential, in-station art installations highlighting the community.
- RedLink Shuttle: The City of Redmond has launched "RedLink," a free, on-demand, all-electric ride service to help residents and visitors travel to the new light rail stations.
For more specific information on the grand opening celebration events, visit Sound Transit's official website.
