"I think it's going to be packed for the parade. Everybody should join us for the parade. We are going to have some special guests. We have our Grand Marshall Eileen Gu. We're going to have a couple of the floats coming in with our DJ Zhu. It's going to be amazing."
"We don't give specific numbers but we will have additional officers working that day to facilitate the parade, as well as ensure the safety of all those who are coming to visit and enjoy the parade."
"Anyone who sees it, whether in person or watches it online or on TV, I think they immediately feel it. They see the vibrancy, the spirit, the color, the performances. It's truly one of my favorite days in San Francisco all year."
San Francisco is preparing for its Chinese New Year Parade on Saturday, with Union Square hosting setup activities for bleachers, broadcast facilities, and barricades. The parade will include 17 floats and 100 groups, with Grand Marshall Eileen Gu and DJ Zhu among special guests. Hundreds of thousands of people are expected to attend the 1.3-mile event. The San Francisco Police Department will deploy additional officers to ensure safety and manage road closures. City officials highlight the parade's significant economic impact, with restaurants and businesses experiencing substantial boosts in sales, reservations, and overnight stays throughout the week. The celebration is recognized as one of San Francisco's premier annual events.
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Read at ABC7 San Francisco
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