Astros' victory parade to take place Friday

It's a celebration that's 55 years in the making - so you know Houston is going to make this one count.

The Space City will celebrate their Astros and the franchise's first World Series title with an official victory parade through downtown Houston on Friday afternoon.

"It's a true privilege to proudly host this magnificent salute to our hometown team that has earned history," Mayor Sylvester Turner said, according to KTRK ABC 13 Houston. "As we bounce back from Hurricane Harvey, we are more than ready to welcome our heroes home in proper form."

The parade is set to begin at 2 p.m. CT, with streets being closed off to traffic at 1 p.m., according to KTRK. It will finish with a rally at Houston City Hall.

Friday's event will mark the first championship parade in Houston since the NBA's Rockets won their last championship in 1995.