Although the long awaited NBA All-Star game is on Sunday, it’s not holding people in San Francisco back from enjoying the activities the weekend has to offer.
Enthusiastic fans turned out to Chase Center Saturday night to see their favorite players compete in the skills challenge, slam dunk competition and 3-point contest.
It was the biggest Saturday the city of San Francisco has seen in years. Tens of thousands from all over the world packing the city for NBA All-Star Weekend and the Chinese New Year's Parade.
Tourist and local flooded San Francisco on Saturday decked out in their team gear. Many, of which, popped by activations to enjoy the big weekend.
“I think it’s great I was actually in NYC a couple of years ago, so, it’s always good to see all the events coming to the city,” said Justin Peters of Brentwood.
The Peters family stopped by Union Square and Powell Street to check out different activities.
“It’s fun to see all the people in the city and lively time,” said Nicole Peters of Brentwood.
Golden State was well represented on Saturday, inside this storefront on what’s being called NBA All-Star Alley and today there was a chance to see a celebrity.
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The street area was filled with fans and all types of jerseys ready to experience to the excitement in the city.
NBA All-Star festivities weren't the only big event in town this weekend. It wouldn't be February in the city without the annual Chinese New Year Parade. An estimated 200,000 people came out to watch what is considered the largest Chinese New Year Parade outside of China.
Newly-elected mayor Daniel Lurie left his car along the parade route to meet with spectators and there was a strong police presence to keep people safe.
Music punctuated the 1.3-mile parade route to Chinatown with the UC Davis marching band pumping up the crowd along the way. This year, more than 100 groups participated in the parade.
While lions and dragons were prominent, this year is actually the year of the snake which represents rejuvenation and rebirth.
