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lifestyle2 years ago

Bay to Breakers: A Colorful and Creative Celebration in San Francisco

The Bay to Breakers, a San Francisco tradition, returned after a two-year hiatus due to the pandemic. The event, which began in 1912, is known for its imaginative costumes and attracts runners and revelers alike. Participants spend weeks creating their costumes, often modeled after superheroes, historical figures, or cartoon characters. The event also features a centipede division and unofficial traditions such as spectators tossing tortillas and runners in salmon suits "swimming upstream."

lifestyle2 years ago

Bay to Breakers: Last Liquor Store on Route Sees Increased Attendance.

The Bay to Breakers footrace in San Francisco draws elite athletes and partygoers alike. New Star-Ell Liquor store on Divisadero and Fell Street is the last liquor store on the route, and owner Sameer Nasser and his partners have been running the store for 36 years, open through every Bay to Breakers during that time. Nasser says the most popular item is beer, and he stocks double the normal amount for the event. The store has three cash registers open and someone watching the door to control the crowd. Outside, a makeshift rave breaks out on the street as partygoers enjoy the event.

lifestyle2 years ago

Bay to Breakers: Winners announced as attendance surges for San Francisco's iconic race.

Thousands of runners, many in wacky costumes, participated in the annual Bay to Breakers footrace in San Francisco. Colin Bennie and Sarah Anderson were the fastest male and female runners, respectively, while Cal Calamia won the nonbinary category for the second year in a row. The race, which included a nonbinary category for the first time last year, saw an increase in registration with 17,000 runners. The event, which has been held since 1912, was canceled in 2020 and 2021 due to the pandemic.