Christina Campodonico

A handful of Bay Area gamers and two San Francisco law firms are teaming up with the intent of powering down a massive merger between Microsoft and Activision Blizzard, the developer behind many popular video and mobile games including Candy Crush and Call of Duty.

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<p>A handful of Bay Area gamers and two San Francisco law firms are teaming up with the intent of powering down a massive merger between Microsoft and Activision Blizzard, the developer behind many popular video and mobile games including Candy Crush and Call of Duty.</p>

Back in January 2022, Microsoft, tech behemoth and maker of the popular Xbox gaming console, announced it would acquire Activision Blizzard, the producer of games such as Candy Crush and World of Warcraft, for a <a href="https://news.microsoft.com/2022/01/18/microsoft-to-acquire-activision-blizzard-to-bring-the-joy-and-community-of-gaming-to-everyone-across-every-device/">whopping $68.7 billion</a>. If allowed to go through, the merger <a href="https://www.cnbc.com/2022/01/18/biggest-tech-deal-ever-microsoft-activision-set-69-billion-record.html">would be one of the biggest tech deals ever</a>.

<p>Back in January 2022, Microsoft, tech behemoth and maker of the popular Xbox gaming console, announced it would acquire Activision Blizzard, the producer of games such as Candy Crush and World of Warcraft, for a <a href="https://news.microsoft.com/2022/01/18/microsoft-to-acquire-activision-blizzard-to-bring-the-joy-and-community-of-gaming-to-everyone-across-every-device/">whopping $68.7 billion</a>. If allowed to go through, the merger <a href="https://www.cnbc.com/2022/01/18/biggest-tech-deal-ever-microsoft-activision-set-69-billion-record.html">would be one of the biggest tech deals ever</a>.</p>

SAN FRANCISCO, CA - MARCH 30:  Attendees gather during the 2016 Microsoft Build Developer Conference on March 30, 2016 in San Francisco, California. The Microsoft Build Developer Conference runs through April 1.  (Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)


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But today, two SF-based law firms—Joseph Saveri Law Firm and Alioto Law Firm—filed a lawsuit and preliminary injunction in the United States District Court for the Northern District of California to stop the proposed acquisition. Together, the firms represent 10 video game players, most of whom are local: Four live in San Francisco, two hail from San Rafael and one is based in Oakland.

<p>But today, two SF-based law firms—Joseph Saveri Law Firm and Alioto Law Firm—filed a lawsuit and preliminary injunction in the United States District Court for the Northern District of California to stop the proposed acquisition. Together, the firms represent 10 video game players, most of whom are local: Four live in San Francisco, two hail from San Rafael and one is based in Oakland.</p>

The <a href="https://fingfx.thomsonreuters.com/gfx/legaldocs/egpbyyqqgvq/Microsoft%20antitrust%202022-12-20%20Complaint.pdf">complaint</a> alleges that the marriage of the two companies violates antitrust legislation and would lessen competition in the video game industry.

<p>The <a href="https://fingfx.thomsonreuters.com/gfx/legaldocs/egpbyyqqgvq/Microsoft%20antitrust%202022-12-20%20Complaint.pdf">complaint</a> alleges that the marriage of the two companies violates antitrust legislation and would lessen competition in the video game industry.</p>

“If Microsoft’s proposed acquisition of Activision Blizzard is allowed to proceed, the video game industry may lose substantial competition, and Microsoft may have far-outsized market power, with the ability to foreclose rivals, limit output, reduce consumer choice, raise prices, and further inhibit competition,” the suit says.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<p>“If Microsoft’s proposed acquisition of Activision Blizzard is allowed to proceed, the video game industry may lose substantial competition, and Microsoft may have far-outsized market power, with the ability to foreclose rivals, limit output, reduce consumer choice, raise prices, and further inhibit competition,” the suit says.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

The lawsuit comes almost two weeks after the Federal Trade Commission also filed a lawsuit against Microsoft <a href="https://www.wsj.com/articles/ftcs-move-to-block-microsofts-deal-for-activision-blizzard-came-despite-charm-offensive-11670628909?mod=article_inline">to block the deal</a> and a month after the <a href="https://sfstandard.com/arts-culture/ticketmaster-cancels-fridays-general-public-taylor-swift-ticket-sale/">Taylor Swift-Ticketmaster debacle</a>, which has <a href="https://www.vox.com/culture/2022/11/21/23471763/taylor-swift-ticketmaster-monopoly">resulted in more scrutiny</a> of entertainment industry monopolies.

<p>The lawsuit comes almost two weeks after the Federal Trade Commission also filed a lawsuit against Microsoft <a href="https://www.wsj.com/articles/ftcs-move-to-block-microsofts-deal-for-activision-blizzard-came-despite-charm-offensive-11670628909?mod=article_inline">to block the deal</a> and a month after the <a href="https://sfstandard.com/arts-culture/ticketmaster-cancels-fridays-general-public-taylor-swift-ticket-sale/">Taylor Swift-Ticketmaster debacle</a>, which has <a href="https://www.vox.com/culture/2022/11/21/23471763/taylor-swift-ticketmaster-monopoly">resulted in more scrutiny</a> of entertainment industry monopolies.</p>

“This case represents a necessary step in preserving competition in the video game industry and protecting the consumer benefits and innovations that competition brings,” said attorney Joseph Saveri of Joseph Saveri Law Firm in a statement.&nbsp;

<p>“This case represents a necessary step in preserving competition in the video game industry and protecting the consumer benefits and innovations that competition brings,” said attorney Joseph Saveri of Joseph Saveri Law Firm in a statement.&nbsp;</p>

A Microsoft spokesperson told The Standard that they believe the deal will expand competition and opportunities within the gaming industry. They did not provide any specifics on how the merger would achieve those goals.

<p>A Microsoft spokesperson told The Standard that they believe the deal will expand competition and opportunities within the gaming industry. They did not provide any specifics on how the merger would achieve those goals.</p>

Local gamers band together to shoot down massive technology merger

Julie Zigoris

Whether you had a terrific year or a terrible year, New Year’s Eve offers the opportunity to go out with a bang before trying again in 2024. Typically, the biggest problem people encounter in&nbsp;San Francisco is choosing from all the many ways to celebrate.&nbsp;

<p>Whether you had a terrific year or a terrible year, New Year’s Eve offers the opportunity to go out with a bang before trying again in 2024. Typically, the biggest problem people encounter in&nbsp;San Francisco is choosing from all the many ways to celebrate.&nbsp;</p>

So here are the 10 best options we found for where to be at the stroke of midnight on Dec. 31.&nbsp;

<p>So here are the 10 best options we found for where to be at the stroke of midnight on Dec. 31.&nbsp;</p>


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<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-for-the-burners-nbsp"><strong>For the Burners&nbsp;</strong></h2>

For its 10th incarnation, the <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/new-bohemia-nye-2024-at-the-mint-tickets-750554046357">New Bohemia New Year’s Eve party</a> is a veritable sensory explosion—including 23 immersive environments, seven dance floors, a kink lounge, circus performers and themed karaoke—all at the historic Mint building. Ahead of next year’s full calendar of art-camp fundraisers and all-day raves, here’s a stately occasion to chat about how hard the playa flooded and whether you tried to evacuate with Diplo and Chris Rock.&nbsp;

<p>For its 10th incarnation, the <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/new-bohemia-nye-2024-at-the-mint-tickets-750554046357">New Bohemia New Year’s Eve party</a> is a veritable sensory explosion—including 23 immersive environments, seven dance floors, a kink lounge, circus performers and themed karaoke—all at the historic Mint building. Ahead of next year’s full calendar of art-camp fundraisers and all-day raves, here’s a stately occasion to chat about how hard the playa flooded and whether you tried to evacuate with Diplo and Chris Rock.&nbsp;</p>

The dining room at Osito includes a long communal table.


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img height="1667" width="2500" src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/osito-space-8-1.jpg?w=2500" alt="A long wooden table stands under a long light fixture." class="wp-image-228046"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Osito&#8217;s communal table will be stacked with seafood towers and fondue stations on New Year&#8217;s Eve.</figcaption></figure>


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/osito-space-8-1.jpg?w=2500" alt="A long wooden table stands under a long light fixture." class="wp-image-228046"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Osito's communal table will be stacked with seafood towers and fondue stations on New Year's Eve.</figcaption></figure>

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/osito-space-8-1.jpg?w=2500" alt="A long wooden table stands under a long light fixture." class="wp-image-228046"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Osito&#8217;s communal table will be stacked with seafood towers and fondue stations on New Year&#8217;s Eve.</figcaption></figure>

<strong>For the Foodie: Osito&nbsp;</strong>


<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-for-the-foodie-osito-nbsp"><strong>For the Foodie: Osito&nbsp;</strong></h2>


In a dining scene that’s as buzzy and over-the-top as they come, chef Seth Stowaway’s rustic <a href="https://www.ositosf.co/">Mission District lodge Osito</a> nevertheless broke new ground when it opened in 2021 by cooking its food entirely over an open flame—and serving elaborate tasting menus at a long, communal table.&nbsp;

<p>In a dining scene that’s as buzzy and over-the-top as they come, chef Seth Stowaway’s rustic <a href="https://www.ositosf.co/">Mission District lodge Osito</a> nevertheless broke new ground when it opened in 2021 by cooking its food entirely over an open flame—and serving elaborate tasting menus at a long, communal table.&nbsp;</p>

The restaurant, along with its sister cocktail bar Liliana next door, is planning a New Year’s Eve party with a mid-century-themed open house that features a fondue station, seafood towers, caviar stations, a champagne tower and martinis. The <a href="https://www.exploretock.com/osito/event/449985/osito-liliana-new-years-eve-party">$200 ticket</a> includes a welcome punch, food and a complimentary champagne toast at midnight. This being New Year’s and all, there will also be a Polaroid station and a gratitude and resolution wall.&nbsp;

<p>The restaurant, along with its sister cocktail bar Liliana next door, is planning a New Year’s Eve party with a mid-century-themed open house that features a fondue station, seafood towers, caviar stations, a champagne tower and martinis. The <a href="https://www.exploretock.com/osito/event/449985/osito-liliana-new-years-eve-party">$200 ticket</a> includes a welcome punch, food and a complimentary champagne toast at midnight. This being New Year’s and all, there will also be a Polaroid station and a gratitude and resolution wall.&nbsp;</p>

LONDON, ENGLAND - JUNE 29: James Murphy of LCD Soundsystem performs live at O2 Academy Brixton on June 29, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Jim Dyson/Getty Images)


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img height="1667" width="2500" src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/GettyImages-1405976700-scaled.jpg?w=2500" alt="A man with blonde hair sings into a microphone with a light behind him. " class="wp-image-67512"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">James Murphy of LCD Soundsystem will bring the band back to the Bay Area a year after their eight-date residency.</figcaption></figure>


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/GettyImages-1405976700-scaled.jpg?w=2500" alt="A man with blonde hair sings into a microphone with a light behind him. " class="wp-image-67512"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">James Murphy of LCD Soundsystem will bring the band back to the Bay Area a year after their eight-date residency.</figcaption></figure>

<strong>For Music Lovers: LCD Soundsystem&nbsp;</strong>


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A year after their eight-show, two-venue Bay Area residency, LCD Soundsystem returns to town with two shows in San Francisco for anyone who’s losing their edge and wants to dance themselves clean. Fans of the Brooklyn-born rock group can flock to the Bill Graham Civic Auditorium for <a href="https://billgrahamcivic.com/events/lcd-soundsystem-231231">shows on Dec. 30 and 31</a>, where Soulwax offshoot 2ManyDJs and sex-positive electroclash oddball Peaches round out the bill.

<p>A year after their eight-show, two-venue Bay Area residency, LCD Soundsystem returns to town with two shows in San Francisco for anyone who’s losing their edge and wants to dance themselves clean. Fans of the Brooklyn-born rock group can flock to the Bill Graham Civic Auditorium for <a href="https://billgrahamcivic.com/events/lcd-soundsystem-231231">shows on Dec. 30 and 31</a>, where Soulwax offshoot 2ManyDJs and sex-positive electroclash oddball Peaches round out the bill.</p>

<a href="https://billgrahamcivic.com/events/lcd-soundsystem-231231">General admission tickets are $125</a>, or you can spring for the $225 ticket that includes all-night access to a VIP lounge with food and a premium viewing area.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<p><a href="https://billgrahamcivic.com/events/lcd-soundsystem-231231">General admission tickets are $125</a>, or you can spring for the $225 ticket that includes all-night access to a VIP lounge with food and a premium viewing area.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>


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You don’t have to spend hundreds of dollars to have a good time on New Year’s Eve in San Francisco, as one of the best forms of entertainment that evening comes for free, just after midnight, in the form of a 20-minute fireworks extravaganza along the water.&nbsp;

<p>You don’t have to spend hundreds of dollars to have a good time on New Year’s Eve in San Francisco, as one of the best forms of entertainment that evening comes for free, just after midnight, in the form of a 20-minute fireworks extravaganza along the water.&nbsp;</p>

For the best glimpse on land, <a href="https://www.sftourismtips.com/new-years-eve-fireworks-in-san-francisco.html">go early to nab a spot</a> along the waterfront between the Bay Bridge and the Ferry Building. If you want to drop some cash, you can always <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2024-san-francisco-fireworks-new-years-eve-gatsbys-party-cruise-tickets-749426915077">sail away on the Great Gatsby cruise</a>—and get a view that faces the famous neon “Port of San Francisco” sign head-on, with the lit-up Embarcadero Center framing the shot.&nbsp;

<p>For the best glimpse on land, <a href="https://www.sftourismtips.com/new-years-eve-fireworks-in-san-francisco.html">go early to nab a spot</a> along the waterfront between the Bay Bridge and the Ferry Building. If you want to drop some cash, you can always <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2024-san-francisco-fireworks-new-years-eve-gatsbys-party-cruise-tickets-749426915077">sail away on the Great Gatsby cruise</a>—and get a view that faces the famous neon “Port of San Francisco” sign head-on, with the lit-up Embarcadero Center framing the shot.&nbsp;</p>

<strong>For the Nautically Inclined&nbsp;</strong>


<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-for-the-nautically-inclined-nbsp"><strong>For the Nautically Inclined&nbsp;</strong></h2>


What’s a pleasure cruise compared to a trip on an actual aircraft carrier? Ring in the New Year on <a href="https://uss-hornet.org/calendar/new-years-eve-big-band-gala-2023">the USS Hornet, docked in Alameda</a>. In spite of its reputation as one of the Bay Area’s <a href="https://uss-hornet.org/tours/mystery-tour">most haunted spots</a>, ghosts may have to find a partner if they emerge to <a href="https://uss-hornet.org/calendar/new-years-eve-big-band-gala-2023">dance the night away</a> to big band music on three separate floors on the hangar’s deck. This gala includes free parking and swing lessons, plus, that fireworks show is just across the bay.

<p>What’s a pleasure cruise compared to a trip on an actual aircraft carrier? Ring in the New Year on <a href="https://uss-hornet.org/calendar/new-years-eve-big-band-gala-2023">the USS Hornet, docked in Alameda</a>. In spite of its reputation as one of the Bay Area’s <a href="https://uss-hornet.org/tours/mystery-tour">most haunted spots</a>, ghosts may have to find a partner if they emerge to <a href="https://uss-hornet.org/calendar/new-years-eve-big-band-gala-2023">dance the night away</a> to big band music on three separate floors on the hangar’s deck. This gala includes free parking and swing lessons, plus, that fireworks show is just across the bay.</p>

Junru Wang practices her balancing act during a mock performance of 'Dear San Francisco' at Club Fugazi.


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img height="1667" width="2500" src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/ClubFugazi-19-scaled.jpg?w=2500" alt="A woman on a stage in a black unitard practices a balancing act." class="wp-image-21608"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Junru Wang practices her balancing act during a mock performance of &#8220;Dear San Francisco&#8221; at Club Fugazi.</figcaption></figure>


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/ClubFugazi-19-scaled.jpg?w=2500" alt="A woman on a stage in a black unitard practices a balancing act." class="wp-image-21608"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Junru Wang practices her balancing act during a mock performance of "Dear San Francisco" at Club Fugazi.</figcaption></figure>

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/ClubFugazi-19-scaled.jpg?w=2500" alt="A woman on a stage in a black unitard practices a balancing act." class="wp-image-21608"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Junru Wang practices her balancing act during a mock performance of &#8220;Dear San Francisco&#8221; at Club Fugazi.</figcaption></figure>

<strong>For the True Lover of San Francisco</strong>


<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-for-the-true-lover-of-san-francisco"><strong>For the True Lover of San Francisco</strong></h2>


A genuine <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2022/08/31/dear-san-francisco-postcards/">love letter to the city</a>, the awe-inspiring <em>Dear San Francisco</em> brings things to life through a series of tableaus on the 1906 Great Earthquake, the Summer of Love and our ever-faithful fog. But more importantly for fans of razzle-dazzle, you’ll be treated to hoop divers, Chinese pole artists, Korean plank pros and jugglers, all performed by world-class acrobats.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Dear San Francisco: Postcards from a year of performances tell the story of the city

<p>A genuine <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2022/08/31/dear-san-francisco-postcards/">love letter to the city</a>, the awe-inspiring <em>Dear San Francisco</em> brings things to life through a series of tableaus on the 1906 Great Earthquake, the Summer of Love and our ever-faithful fog. But more importantly for fans of razzle-dazzle, you’ll be treated to hoop divers, Chinese pole artists, Korean plank pros and jugglers, all performed by world-class acrobats.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

Club Fugazi has <a href="https://tickets.clubfugazisf.com/tickets/series/DearSanFrancisco/dear-san-francisco-new-years-eve-celebration-702663?startDate=12-31-2023">two special New Year’s Eve shows</a> on tap: one at 5 p.m. and another at 10 p.m., the latter including bottomless prosecco and a countdown at midnight.&nbsp;

<p>Club Fugazi has <a href="https://tickets.clubfugazisf.com/tickets/series/DearSanFrancisco/dear-san-francisco-new-years-eve-celebration-702663?startDate=12-31-2023">two special New Year’s Eve shows</a> on tap: one at 5 p.m. and another at 10 p.m., the latter including bottomless prosecco and a countdown at midnight.&nbsp;</p>

<strong>For People With Deep Pockets&nbsp;</strong>


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For those who relish classic, old-school San Francisco—and also have plenty of disposable income—the Top of the Mark New Year’s party is for you. It’s hard to find a more beautiful view than from the <a href="https://www.sfmarkhopkins.com/top-of-the-mark">historic Nob Hill hotel’s 19th-floor sky lounge</a>, where the cityscape is a sparkling carpet before you.&nbsp;

<p>For those who relish classic, old-school San Francisco—and also have plenty of disposable income—the Top of the Mark New Year’s party is for you. It’s hard to find a more beautiful view than from the <a href="https://www.sfmarkhopkins.com/top-of-the-mark">historic Nob Hill hotel’s 19th-floor sky lounge</a>, where the cityscape is a sparkling carpet before you.&nbsp;</p>

At over $400 a pop, New Year’s Eve at the Mark Hopkins <a href="https://www.sfmarkhopkins.com/holidays-at-the-mark">isn’t cheap</a>, but the cost of entry includes a five-course plated meal, bottomless bubbly, live entertainment by Laurent Fourgo and his Vintage Jukebox Orchestra—and those spectacular views.&nbsp;

<p>At over $400 a pop, New Year’s Eve at the Mark Hopkins <a href="https://www.sfmarkhopkins.com/holidays-at-the-mark">isn’t cheap</a>, but the cost of entry includes a five-course plated meal, bottomless bubbly, live entertainment by Laurent Fourgo and his Vintage Jukebox Orchestra—and those spectacular views.&nbsp;</p>

People skate at the ice rink in Union Square during Black Friday in San Francisco on Friday, Nov. 24, 2023.


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img height="1516" width="2500" src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/20231124_blackfridayshoppingedit-18.jpg?w=2500" alt="People skate on an ice skating rink with a Christmas tree behind them decorated with red and white bulbs." class="wp-image-225131"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Skaters can take turns on Union Square&#8217;s rink until 8:30 p.m. on New Year&#8217;s Eve.</figcaption></figure>


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/20231124_blackfridayshoppingedit-18.jpg?w=2500" alt="People skate on an ice skating rink with a Christmas tree behind them decorated with red and white bulbs." class="wp-image-225131"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Skaters can take turns on Union Square's rink until 8:30 p.m. on New Year's Eve.</figcaption></figure>

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/20231124_blackfridayshoppingedit-18.jpg?w=2500" alt="People skate on an ice skating rink with a Christmas tree behind them decorated with red and white bulbs." class="wp-image-225131"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Skaters can take turns on Union Square&#8217;s rink until 8:30 p.m. on New Year&#8217;s Eve.</figcaption></figure>


<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-for-the-athletic-nbsp"><strong>For the Athletic&nbsp;</strong></h2>


Union Square’s ice skating rink, framed by a skyscraper-tall Christmas tree and the sparkling wreaths in Macy’s, makes for a perfectly atmospheric holiday destination. Don your red mittens and strap on your (rental) skates for the frostiest of the options on this list in our typically temperate climate. <a href="https://unionsquareicerink.com/">You can get tickets</a> as late as 8:30 p.m. on New Year’s Eve—enough time to get some rest before the <a href="https://unionsquareicerink.com/san-francisco-events/">Polar Bear Skate on New Year’s Day</a>, when skaters will sport beachwear on the ice.

<p>Union Square’s ice skating rink, framed by a skyscraper-tall Christmas tree and the sparkling wreaths in Macy’s, makes for a perfectly atmospheric holiday destination. Don your red mittens and strap on your (rental) skates for the frostiest of the options on this list in our typically temperate climate. <a href="https://unionsquareicerink.com/">You can get tickets</a> as late as 8:30 p.m. on New Year’s Eve—enough time to get some rest before the <a href="https://unionsquareicerink.com/san-francisco-events/">Polar Bear Skate on New Year’s Day</a>, when skaters will sport beachwear on the ice.</p>

Warm your bones after all that skating with some warm tipple at nearby <a href="https://www.pacificcocktailsf.com/">Pacific Cocktail Haven</a> has a <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2023/11/17/san-francisco-ultimate-holiday-bar-guide-2023/">particularly spirited holiday cocktail menu</a>. And if you miss your chance to skate on NYE, the rink is open through Jan. 15.

The ultimate guide to San Francisco’s magical holiday bars

<p>Warm your bones after all that skating with some warm tipple at nearby <a href="https://www.pacificcocktailsf.com/">Pacific Cocktail Haven</a> has a <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2023/11/17/san-francisco-ultimate-holiday-bar-guide-2023/">particularly spirited holiday cocktail menu</a>. And if you miss your chance to skate on NYE, the rink is open through Jan. 15.</p>

Abigail Munn and members of Circus Bella | Courtesy James Watkins/Yerba Buena Gardens Festival


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/4.AbigailandCompany-PhotoCreditJamesWatkins_YerbaBuenaGardensFestival-3.jpg?w=2048" alt="A trapeze artist stands on a red and blue stage with circus performers surrounding her. " class="wp-image-173716"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Circus Bella has long been a San Francisco staple, but the troupe is back with a new production, <em>Kaleidoscope</em>.</figcaption></figure>


<strong>For the Pint-Sized&nbsp;</strong>


<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-for-the-pint-sized-nbsp"><strong>For the Pint-Sized&nbsp;</strong></h2>


Our <a href="https://www.circusbella.org/">own local circus</a>—Circus Bella—is <a href="https://www.circusbella.org/kaleidoscope">back with a new production</a>, <em>Kaleidoscope</em>, performed in a 350-seat big-top tent at the intersection of Main and Howard streets in the East Cut. The troupe’s three special New Year’s Eve shows: a “Noon New Year’s Eve” show beginning at noon, a 7:30 p.m. show and a 10:30 p.m. show that will end at midnight Pacific Time. Guests for all the shows will receive complimentary party hats and streamers, ahead of a countdown to the year ahead and an enthusiastic rendition of &#8220;Auld Lang Syne&#8221; to carry souls across the threshold to 2024.&nbsp;

<p>Our <a href="https://www.circusbella.org/">own local circus</a>—Circus Bella—is <a href="https://www.circusbella.org/kaleidoscope">back with a new production</a>, <em>Kaleidoscope</em>, performed in a 350-seat big-top tent at the intersection of Main and Howard streets in the East Cut. The troupe’s three special New Year’s Eve shows: a “Noon New Year’s Eve” show beginning at noon, a 7:30 p.m. show and a 10:30 p.m. show that will end at midnight Pacific Time. Guests for all the shows will receive complimentary party hats and streamers, ahead of a countdown to the year ahead and an enthusiastic rendition of "Auld Lang Syne" to carry souls across the threshold to 2024.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Our <a href="https://www.circusbella.org/">own local circus</a>—Circus Bella—is <a href="https://www.circusbella.org/kaleidoscope">back with a new production</a>, <em>Kaleidoscope</em>, performed in a 350-seat big-top tent at the intersection of Main and Howard streets in the East Cut. The troupe’s three special New Year’s Eve shows: a “Noon New Year’s Eve” show beginning at noon, a 7:30 p.m. show and a 10:30 p.m. show that will end at midnight Pacific Time. Guests for all the shows will receive complimentary party hats and streamers, ahead of a countdown to the year ahead and an enthusiastic rendition of &#8220;Auld Lang Syne&#8221; to carry souls across the threshold to 2024.&nbsp;</p>

A cast of 12 perform thrilling feats of balance and strength in the one-ring circus, punctuated by antics and humor. Music comes courtesy of the live, six-piece Circus Bella All-Star Band. It’s the perfect option for families with children—and kids of all ages.&nbsp;

<p>A cast of 12 perform thrilling feats of balance and strength in the one-ring circus, punctuated by antics and humor. Music comes courtesy of the live, six-piece Circus Bella All-Star Band. It’s the perfect option for families with children—and kids of all ages.&nbsp;</p>

The Avedano’s Meats neon sign in San Francisco, Tuesday, November 21, 2023.


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img height="1668" width="2500" src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/inlined012_20231120neonphotostory.jpg?w=2500" alt="A neon sign at night that reads &quot;Avedano's MEATS&quot;" class="wp-image-224788"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Avedano’s Meats in Bernal Heights is a great place to put together an at-home New Year&#8217;s feast.</figcaption></figure>


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/inlined012_20231120neonphotostory.jpg?w=2500" alt="A neon sign at night that reads &quot;Avedano's MEATS&quot;" class="wp-image-224788"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Avedano’s Meats in Bernal Heights is a great place to put together an at-home New Year's feast.</figcaption></figure>

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/inlined012_20231120neonphotostory.jpg?w=2500" alt="A neon sign at night that reads &quot;Avedano's MEATS&quot;" class="wp-image-224788"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Avedano’s Meats in Bernal Heights is a great place to put together an at-home New Year&#8217;s feast.</figcaption></figure>


<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-for-the-homebody"><strong>For the Homebody</strong></h2>


Not everyone wants to go out—or spend a zillion dollars—on New Year’s Eve. With some planning, you can have a just as special and celebratory holiday in your own living room.&nbsp;

<p>Not everyone wants to go out—or spend a zillion dollars—on New Year’s Eve. With some planning, you can have a just as special and celebratory holiday in your own living room.&nbsp;</p>

Create an Instagrammable charcuterie board with locally sourced meats from <a href="https://avedanos.com/new2019/">Avedano’s</a>, <a href="https://theepicureantrader.com/">Epicurean Trader</a> or <a href="https://www.themolinarideli.com/">Molinari Delicatessen</a>, add some bubbly (or bubbly water with a <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2023/11/22/bay-area-torani-syrup-galaxy-flavor-year-2024/">kooky flavoring</a>), watch Netflix and chill after you do your countdown. Hint: <em>Love Actually</em>,<em> Jaws </em>and<em> Taylor Swift’s Reputation Stadium Tour </em>all leave the streaming service at the stroke of midnight.

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<p>Create an Instagrammable charcuterie board with locally sourced meats from <a href="https://avedanos.com/new2019/">Avedano’s</a>, <a href="https://theepicureantrader.com/">Epicurean Trader</a> or <a href="https://www.themolinarideli.com/">Molinari Delicatessen</a>, add some bubbly (or bubbly water with a <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2023/11/22/bay-area-torani-syrup-galaxy-flavor-year-2024/">kooky flavoring</a>), watch Netflix and chill after you do your countdown. Hint: <em>Love Actually</em>,<em> Jaws </em>and<em> Taylor Swift’s Reputation Stadium Tour </em>all leave the streaming service at the stroke of midnight.</p>

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A San Francisco man pleaded not guilty Thursday to attempted murder and other charges stemming from a weekend shooting at a homeless shelter that wounded one man.

<p>A San Francisco man pleaded not guilty Thursday to attempted murder and other charges stemming from a weekend shooting at a homeless shelter that wounded one man.</p>

Taylor Reed, 29, was arraigned in San Francisco Superior Court in connection with <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2025/01/05/homeless-shelter-shooting-san-francisco/">Saturday&#8217;s shooting</a> at St. Vincent de Paul Multi-Service Center South, at 525 Fifth St. Prosecutors allege Reed shot the victim, who was staying at the shelter, four times in the abdomen at close range.

Shooting at city&#8217;s biggest homeless shelter caps off a violent week

<p>Taylor Reed, 29, was arraigned in San Francisco Superior Court in connection with <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2025/01/05/homeless-shelter-shooting-san-francisco/">Saturday's shooting</a> at St. Vincent de Paul Multi-Service Center South, at 525 Fifth St. Prosecutors allege Reed shot the victim, who was staying at the shelter, four times in the abdomen at close range.</p>

<p>Taylor Reed, 29, was arraigned in San Francisco Superior Court in connection with <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2025/01/05/homeless-shelter-shooting-san-francisco/">Saturday&#8217;s shooting</a> at St. Vincent de Paul Multi-Service Center South, at 525 Fifth St. Prosecutors allege Reed shot the victim, who was staying at the shelter, four times in the abdomen at close range.</p>

Reed faces charges of attempted murder, carrying a loaded firearm, and carrying a concealed firearm, according to documents obtained by The Standard.

<p>Reed faces charges of attempted murder, carrying a loaded firearm, and carrying a concealed firearm, according to documents obtained by The Standard.</p>

During Thursday morning’s hearing, Herman Holland, the deputy public defender, argued that Reed acted in self-defense after the victim allegedly struck him in the head with a metal security wand. Holland told the court Reed has a medical condition stemming from a childhood brain surgery that makes head injuries potentially lethal.

<p>During Thursday morning’s hearing, Herman Holland, the deputy public defender, argued that Reed acted in self-defense after the victim allegedly struck him in the head with a metal security wand. Holland told the court Reed has a medical condition stemming from a childhood brain surgery that makes head injuries potentially lethal.</p>

&#8220;Mr. Reed feared for his life,&#8221; Holland said, noting that a staff member of the shelter witnessed the victim on top of Reed during the fight that preceded the shooting.

<p>"Mr. Reed feared for his life," Holland said, noting that a staff member of the shelter witnessed the victim on top of Reed during the fight that preceded the shooting.</p>

<p>&#8220;Mr. Reed feared for his life,&#8221; Holland said, noting that a staff member of the shelter witnessed the victim on top of Reed during the fight that preceded the shooting.</p>

Holland added that Reed presented himself to police after the shooting, told officers he shot the victim, and offered them his firearm. The public defender said Reed told police the confrontation began after he accused the victim of spiking the drink of one of his friends and assaulting her.

<p>Holland added that Reed presented himself to police after the shooting, told officers he shot the victim, and offered them his firearm. The public defender said Reed told police the confrontation began after he accused the victim of spiking the drink of one of his friends and assaulting her.</p>

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Deputy District Attorney Reve Bautista painted a different picture, alleging that Reed drew a 9mm Springfield semi-automatic pistol after the initial altercation was broken up by shelter staff. According to Bautista, Reed racked the slide of his gun before firing from &#8220;one to two feet away&#8221; as the victim attempted to flee up a stairwell.

<p>Deputy District Attorney Reve Bautista painted a different picture, alleging that Reed drew a 9mm Springfield semi-automatic pistol after the initial altercation was broken up by shelter staff. According to Bautista, Reed racked the slide of his gun before firing from "one to two feet away" as the victim attempted to flee up a stairwell.</p>

<p>Deputy District Attorney Reve Bautista painted a different picture, alleging that Reed drew a 9mm Springfield semi-automatic pistol after the initial altercation was broken up by shelter staff. According to Bautista, Reed racked the slide of his gun before firing from &#8220;one to two feet away&#8221; as the victim attempted to flee up a stairwell.</p>

The victim sustained four gunshot wounds to the abdomen, contradicting initial reports that he had been shot in the legs. The firearm was legally registered to Reed, according to court documents.

<p>The victim sustained four gunshot wounds to the abdomen, contradicting initial reports that he had been shot in the legs. The firearm was legally registered to Reed, according to court documents.</p>

“I am grateful for SFPD’s swift response to this incident and that thankfully no loss of life occurred,” District Attorney Brooke Jenkins said in a statement.  “Those who are attempting to access shelter beds at night are some of our most vulnerable and our homeless shelters must be protected and provide a safe environment for all those experiencing homelessness.”

<p>“I am grateful for SFPD’s swift response to this incident and that thankfully no loss of life occurred,” District Attorney Brooke Jenkins said in a statement.  “Those who are attempting to access shelter beds at night are some of our most vulnerable and our homeless shelters must be protected and provide a safe environment for all those experiencing homelessness.”</p>

Superior Court Judge Kenneth Wine ordered Reed detained pending trial, citing the &#8220;incredibly dangerous&#8221; nature of the close-range shooting. &#8220;He&#8217;s lucky he&#8217;s not facing a murder charge,&#8221; Wine said as he denied bail.

<p>Superior Court Judge Kenneth Wine ordered Reed detained pending trial, citing the "incredibly dangerous" nature of the close-range shooting. "He's lucky he's not facing a murder charge," Wine said as he denied bail.</p>

<p>Superior Court Judge Kenneth Wine ordered Reed detained pending trial, citing the &#8220;incredibly dangerous&#8221; nature of the close-range shooting. &#8220;He&#8217;s lucky he&#8217;s not facing a murder charge,&#8221; Wine said as he denied bail.</p>

Holland emphasized that Reed has no prior criminal record and characterized the shooting as &#8220;an anomaly in his life.&#8221;<br><br>“I believe there&#8217;s a lot of backstory here about what kind of sparked this fight, and what this alleged victim may have done to Mr. Reed&#8217;s friend and why they had an argument in the first place,” Holland told The Standard after the hearing. “I think it&#8217;s clear that this person attacked a vulnerable part of Mr. Reed based on some of his medical history.”<br><br>Reed is due back in court Jan. 23 for a preliminary hearing, during which the judge determines whether the prosecution has enough evidence to proceed to trial.

<p>Holland emphasized that Reed has no prior criminal record and characterized the shooting as "an anomaly in his life."<br><br>“I believe there's a lot of backstory here about what kind of sparked this fight, and what this alleged victim may have done to Mr. Reed's friend and why they had an argument in the first place,” Holland told The Standard after the hearing. “I think it's clear that this person attacked a vulnerable part of Mr. Reed based on some of his medical history.”<br><br>Reed is due back in court Jan. 23 for a preliminary hearing, during which the judge determines whether the prosecution has enough evidence to proceed to trial.</p>

<p>Holland emphasized that Reed has no prior criminal record and characterized the shooting as &#8220;an anomaly in his life.&#8221;<br><br>“I believe there&#8217;s a lot of backstory here about what kind of sparked this fight, and what this alleged victim may have done to Mr. Reed&#8217;s friend and why they had an argument in the first place,” Holland told The Standard after the hearing. “I think it&#8217;s clear that this person attacked a vulnerable part of Mr. Reed based on some of his medical history.”<br><br>Reed is due back in court Jan. 23 for a preliminary hearing, during which the judge determines whether the prosecution has enough evidence to proceed to trial.</p>

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On-the-field performance is how most folks judge sports teams, but these organizations’ roles as major property owners are a key part of their viability as business enterprises.

<p>On-the-field performance is how most folks judge sports teams, but these organizations’ roles as major property owners are a key part of their viability as business enterprises.</p>

From San Francisco to Oakland down to San Jose, there are millions of fans across the region and acres of land for new stadiums, facilities and other projects.

<p>From San Francisco to Oakland down to San Jose, there are millions of fans across the region and acres of land for new stadiums, facilities and other projects.</p>

Here’s a tour around the region and what every major sports team is doing in their off-the-field role as real estate developers and property owners.

<p>Here’s a tour around the region and what every major sports team is doing in their off-the-field role as real estate developers and property owners.</p>

View of match action at Levi's Stadium during the International Champions Cup 2017 match between Real Madrid v Manchester United on July 23, 2017 at Levi's Stadium Santa Clara. 


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img height="1667" width="2500" src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/GettyImages-821323950-scaled.jpg?w=2500" alt="World Cup 2026" class="wp-image-55161"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">The city of Santa Clara is hoping the area surrounding Levi&#8217;s Stadium will become a new urban hub, essentially serving as a makeshift downtown.</figcaption></figure>


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/GettyImages-821323950-scaled.jpg?w=2500" alt="World Cup 2026" class="wp-image-55161"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">The city of Santa Clara is hoping the area surrounding Levi's Stadium will become a new urban hub, essentially serving as a makeshift downtown.</figcaption></figure>

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/GettyImages-821323950-scaled.jpg?w=2500" alt="World Cup 2026" class="wp-image-55161"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">The city of Santa Clara is hoping the area surrounding Levi&#8217;s Stadium will become a new urban hub, essentially serving as a makeshift downtown.</figcaption></figure>

<strong>San Francisco 49ers (NFL)</strong>


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Levi’s Stadium has served as the 49ers&#8217; home for a decade. The 68,500-seat venue has hosted some of the region’s biggest draws—from <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2023/07/29/photos-taylor-swifts-curfew-breaking-1st-night-at-levis-stadium/">Taylor Swift</a> to Beyonce to <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2022/09/27/mexico-vs-colombia-at-levis-stadium/">international soccer games</a>. More is coming. In 2026, the stadium <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2023/05/19/san-francisco-welcomes-bay-area-hosting-super-bowl-in-2026-mayor-says/">will host Super Bowl LX</a> and the <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2022/06/16/world-cup-2026-host-bay-area/">FIFA World Cup</a> games in the same calendar year.

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<p>Levi’s Stadium has served as the 49ers' home for a decade. The 68,500-seat venue has hosted some of the region’s biggest draws—from <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2023/07/29/photos-taylor-swifts-curfew-breaking-1st-night-at-levis-stadium/">Taylor Swift</a> to Beyonce to <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2022/09/27/mexico-vs-colombia-at-levis-stadium/">international soccer games</a>. More is coming. In 2026, the stadium <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2023/05/19/san-francisco-welcomes-bay-area-hosting-super-bowl-in-2026-mayor-says/">will host Super Bowl LX</a> and the <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2022/06/16/world-cup-2026-host-bay-area/">FIFA World Cup</a> games in the same calendar year.</p>

<p>Levi’s Stadium has served as the 49ers&#8217; home for a decade. The 68,500-seat venue has hosted some of the region’s biggest draws—from <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2023/07/29/photos-taylor-swifts-curfew-breaking-1st-night-at-levis-stadium/">Taylor Swift</a> to Beyonce to <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2022/09/27/mexico-vs-colombia-at-levis-stadium/">international soccer games</a>. More is coming. In 2026, the stadium <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2023/05/19/san-francisco-welcomes-bay-area-hosting-super-bowl-in-2026-mayor-says/">will host Super Bowl LX</a> and the <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2022/06/16/world-cup-2026-host-bay-area/">FIFA World Cup</a> games in the same calendar year.</p>

However, the team has an acrimonious relationship—<a href="https://www.bizjournals.com/sanjose/news/2023/10/03/49ers-report-says-levis-has-had-2b-impact.html">as evidenced by multiple lawsuits</a>—with the city of Santa Clara, which leases the land underneath Levi’s Stadium to the team at a discounted rate in exchange for a share of event revenue. Top of mind is the city’s continued payment of an $850 million loan it took out to construct the stadium. Councilmember Anthony Becker is set to go on trial this year for <a href="https://www.mercurynews.com/2023/11/29/santa-clara-councilmember-anthony-becker-to-go-to-trial-next-year-in-49ers-report-leak-case/">illegally leaking documents to the 49ers</a> and lying about it.

<p>However, the team has an acrimonious relationship—<a href="https://www.bizjournals.com/sanjose/news/2023/10/03/49ers-report-says-levis-has-had-2b-impact.html">as evidenced by multiple lawsuits</a>—with the city of Santa Clara, which leases the land underneath Levi’s Stadium to the team at a discounted rate in exchange for a share of event revenue. Top of mind is the city’s continued payment of an $850 million loan it took out to construct the stadium. Councilmember Anthony Becker is set to go on trial this year for <a href="https://www.mercurynews.com/2023/11/29/santa-clara-councilmember-anthony-becker-to-go-to-trial-next-year-in-49ers-report-leak-case/">illegally leaking documents to the 49ers</a> and lying about it.</p>

Nevertheless, Santa Clara is still hoping the area surrounding the stadium will become a new urban hub, essentially serving as a makeshift downtown. Related Companies is leading a massive $8 billion redevelopment that is supposed to deliver thousands of new homes, retail and over 5 million square feet of office space.

<p>Nevertheless, Santa Clara is still hoping the area surrounding the stadium will become a new urban hub, essentially serving as a makeshift downtown. Related Companies is leading a massive $8 billion redevelopment that is supposed to deliver thousands of new homes, retail and over 5 million square feet of office space.</p>

Right next to the stadium, industrial giant Prologis splashed $310 million to purchase the land beneath California’s Great America theme park, which it promised to keep open until 2033, though development plans are not yet clear.

<p>Right next to the stadium, industrial giant Prologis splashed $310 million to purchase the land beneath California’s Great America theme park, which it promised to keep open until 2033, though development plans are not yet clear.</p>

The 49ers are Super Bowl contenders now, but team officials only hope that will still be the case in 2026.

<p>The 49ers are Super Bowl contenders now, but team officials only hope that will still be the case in 2026.</p>

The San Francisco Giants has delivered the first phase of its Mission Rock development, which the team bills as a new waterfront neighborhood. 


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img height="1404" width="2500" src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/13_mission-rock_building-a_photos-by-jason-orear-scaled-1.jpg?w=2500" alt="Rendering of three buildings next to each other on the waterfront" class="wp-image-237708"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">The San Francisco Giants have delivered the first residential portion of their Mission Rock development, which the team bills as a new waterfront neighborhood.</figcaption></figure>


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/13_mission-rock_building-a_photos-by-jason-orear-scaled-1.jpg?w=2500" alt="Rendering of three buildings next to each other on the waterfront" class="wp-image-237708"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">The San Francisco Giants have delivered the first residential portion of their Mission Rock development, which the team bills as a new waterfront neighborhood.</figcaption></figure>

<strong>San Francisco Giants (MLB)</strong>


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Oracle Park, located on the San Francisco waterfront, was the only pro sports venue in town for six years after the 49ers left and before the Warriors crossed the Bay Bridge. After opening the ballpark in 2000, the Giants took on an active role in redeveloping the Mission Bay area, which historically consisted of rail yards and industrial sheds.

<p>Oracle Park, located on the San Francisco waterfront, was the only pro sports venue in town for six years after the 49ers left and before the Warriors crossed the Bay Bridge. After opening the ballpark in 2000, the Giants took on an active role in redeveloping the Mission Bay area, which historically consisted of rail yards and industrial sheds.</p>

In what’s been a tough couple of years for San Francisco real estate, the Giants delivered a rare win for the city in the form of its Mission Rock development, which opened its 23-story residential tower The Canyon. In development with real estate giant Tishman Speyer, the project—built on a former parking lot—is eventually slated to feature around 1,000 apartments, 8 acres of new parks and up to 1.7 million square feet of commercial space, which is already being leased up by the likes of Visa Inc. and global IT firm Capgemini.

<p>In what’s been a tough couple of years for San Francisco real estate, the Giants delivered a rare win for the city in the form of its Mission Rock development, which opened its 23-story residential tower The Canyon. In development with real estate giant Tishman Speyer, the project—built on a former parking lot—is eventually slated to feature around 1,000 apartments, 8 acres of new parks and up to 1.7 million square feet of commercial space, which is already being leased up by the likes of Visa Inc. and global IT firm Capgemini.</p>

Fans watch the Warriors vs. Mavericks game from Thrive City outside the Chase center in San Francisco, Calif. on March 26, 2022. | Camille Cohen/The Standard


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/INLINE1_SportsforDummies11182022.jpg?w=2500" alt="An audience watches a basketball game projected onto a giant screen outside the Chase Center." class="wp-image-97288"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Chase Center is surrounded by restaurants and office buildings, including the corporate headquarters of Uber.</figcaption></figure>


<strong>Golden State Warriors (NBA)</strong>


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