"Liu, a 20-year-old from Oakland (and current UCLA enrollee), returns from the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan as the first U.S. woman in 20 years to bring home an individual medal for singles figure skating, and the first in 24 years to take gold. She is also a part of the gold medal-winning U.S. figure skating team."
"The celebration rally is being held in lieu of a parade because Liu instead asked for a celebration that shines a light on Oakland's vibrant community and talented local artists, according to Visit Oakland."
"The celebration will run from noon to 1:30 p.m. at Frank Ogawa Plaza in Oakland. Liu is scheduled to speak, and attendees can pick up food and beverages from the food trucks, nonalcoholic drink vendors and water stations."
Oakland is hosting a celebration for Alysa Liu, a 20-year-old UCLA student and hometown figure skater who won gold at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan. Liu is the first U.S. woman in 20 years to earn an individual medal in singles figure skating and the first in 24 years to win gold. She also contributed to a gold medal-winning U.S. figure skating team. The celebration takes place at Frank Ogawa Plaza from noon to 1:30 p.m. on March 12. Liu requested a community-focused celebration rather than a traditional parade to highlight Oakland's vibrant community and local artists. The free event features food trucks, beverages, and performances. A mural by Bay Area street art group the Illuminaries commemorates her achievements at 43rd Street and Telegraph Avenue.
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