SAN FRANCISCO, November 1, 2026 — The Golden State Valkyries will celebrate their first WNBA championship with a victory parade through San Francisco on Wednesday, November 4, following a dramatic Game 7 victory over the Atlanta Dream.
The two-hour procession begins at noon Pacific Time near the Ferry Building and travels along The Embarcadero toward King and Second streets. Fans can begin lining up at 9 a.m., while extensive road closures and transit changes will affect downtown San Francisco.
Golden State defeated Atlanta 68-63 on October 31, capturing the title in only its second season. The celebration will bring players, coaches and supporters together along the waterfront.
WNBA Championship Parade 2026: Date and Start Time
- Date: Wednesday, November 4, 2026
- Start: 12 p.m. PT / 3 p.m. ET
- Finish: 2 p.m. PT / 5 p.m. ET
- Location: San Francisco, California
- Starting point: Ferry Building near Mission Street
- Ending point: King and Second streets
- Fan lineup: From 9 a.m. PT
The parade, presented by Kaiser Permanente, will celebrate the franchise’s historic championship and its rapidly growing Bay Area fan base.
Full San Francisco Parade Route and Viewing Areas
The procession follows The Embarcadero from the Ferry Building south toward King Street. Spectators may gather on the bay side between Mission and Second streets beginning at 9 a.m.
Organizers have announced an OLLY-sponsored viewing area, championship merchandise truck and fan activity zones. Visitors should arrive early, follow crowd-control instructions and avoid restricted intersections.
Unlike the Warriors’ 2022 championship celebration, which used Market Street, the Valkyries will parade along the waterfront.
Major celebrations have also highlighted growing support for women’s professional sports, including New York’s Gotham FC championship parade following its NWSL title.
San Francisco Road Closures on November 4
Traffic restrictions will begin before the parade, with several streets remaining closed until approximately 4 p.m.
- 12:01 a.m.–4 p.m.: Northbound Embarcadero and eastbound King Street between designated intersections near Broadway and Third Street.
- 8 a.m.–4 p.m.: Southbound Embarcadero and westbound King Street.
- 12:01 a.m.–4 p.m.: Market Street between Drumm and Steuart, plus sections of Steuart and Spear streets.
- 8 a.m.–4 p.m.: Portions of Mission, Howard, Folsom, Harrison, Bryant, Brannan, Townsend and Second streets.
Drivers should expect delays around the Financial District and South Beach. Restrictions on autonomous vehicles and passenger pickup locations have also been requested.
For exact street boundaries, detours and service changes, consult the official SFMTA parade advisory.
BART and Muni Travel Updates
BART plans additional trains, longer service capacity and increased station staffing. Embarcadero and Montgomery stations provide access to the northern parade route.
For the southern end, passengers can transfer from Powell Street BART to the Muni T Third line at Union Square and travel toward Fourth and King.
Muni’s F Market & Wharves service will use replacement buses, while N Judah trains will terminate at Embarcadero Station between 9:30 a.m. and 3 p.m. Several bus routes will also be rerouted.
Gabby Williams and Valkyries Players to Attend
Finals MVP Gabby Williams will join San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie to open the celebration with the traditional GSV drum ceremony.
Coach Natalie Nakase, team president Jess Smith, Oakland Mayor Barbara Lee, players and team staff will participate.
The championship arrives during a significant period for women’s basketball, with league growth and leadership changes also drawing attention following WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert’s retirement announcement.
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Historic Game 7 Victory Over Atlanta Dream
Williams scored 30 points, including 28 after halftime, helping Golden State recover from a six-point deficit. Tiffany Hayes added 11 points, Veronica Burton recorded 10 points and 10 rebounds, and Kiah Stokes collected 13 rebounds.
The Valkyries finished the postseason 9-4 and became the fastest major North American professional expansion franchise since 1967 to win a championship, according to Elias Sports Bureau.
How to Watch the Valkyries Parade Live
As of November 1, no official national television channel or streaming platform had been confirmed.
Fans unable to attend should check official team announcements and Bay Area broadcaster schedules for coverage updates. Those attending should plan for heavy pedestrian traffic, public transportation changes and restricted waterfront access.
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