Fred Again and Skrillex drew 25,000 fans to a massive rave at San Francisco's Civic Center, selling out tickets within an hour. The event, which featured high-energy remixes and surprise guest Anderson .Paak, was part of a city initiative to revitalize public spaces. Despite the large crowd, logistics like crowd control and restrooms were well-managed, making the night a success.
Skrillex and Fred Again are set to perform a surprise outdoor concert at San Francisco's Civic Center this Saturday, with tickets selling out quickly despite only 96 hours' notice. The event, organized by Another Planet Entertainment, had been secretly planned for months and aims to revitalize downtown. Despite noise concerns, the show is expected to draw a large crowd, with potential special guests and advanced sound technology to manage volume. Resale ticket prices have surged to $350.
The 60-year-old Mobile Civic Center Arena in Alabama is set to be replaced with a new $300 million arena, featuring a maximum seating capacity of 10,275 people and designed to host Mardi Gras balls, ice hockey, and major concerts. The city plans to borrow up to 56% of the costs for the project, with construction set to begin in February 2025 and completion targeted for January 2027. The new arena will be affiliated with Mardi Gras events and is expected to draw 400,000 people annually, while also creating new jobs within the service industry.
Thousands of people continued the LGBTQ celebration after the San Francisco Pride Parade at Civic Center, giving the neighborhood an energy missing in recent years. Despite concerns about safety due to recent crime headlines, partiers from across the Bay Area and beyond dressed in elaborate costumes, laughed, and danced in the midafternoon sun. The party came as San Francisco is suffering from a commercial exodus downtown and facing extensive criticism for its handling of the homelessness and drug crises.
The Denver Pride Parade drew hundreds of thousands of attendees and participants, spanning 14 blocks of Colfax Avenue from Cheesman Park to Civic Center. The celebrations continued on day two of Denver PrideFest.
The Denver Nuggets will celebrate their first NBA championship with a parade in downtown Denver on Thursday. The parade will start at Union Station and end at Civic Center, where a rally will be held featuring players, coaches, and management. The event is expected to draw hundreds of thousands of fans, and the city has designated areas for individuals with disabilities. Road closures and public transportation changes will be in effect, and event organizers encourage attendees to bring water, sunscreen, and Nuggets gear. Denver Mayor Michael Hancock will be in attendance.
