Golden State Valkyries Clinch Historic WNBA Championship in Game 7 Triumph Over Dream as San Francisco Prepares Embarcadero Parade

Golden State Valkyries Capture Historic WNBA Championship with 68-63 Game 7 Victory

SAN FRANCISCO, California — Euphoria erupted across the Bay Area on Halloween night, October 31, 2026, as the expansion Golden State Valkyries captured their first WNBA Championship in franchise history, defeating the Atlanta Dream 68-63 in a dramatic Game 7 at a deafening Chase Center. Rechristened 'Boohalla' for the holiday, the arena witnessed superstar forward Gabby Williams deliver a legendary 30-point performance.

Williams carried the Valkyries by scoring 28 points in the second half, including all 11 of Golden State's points during a crucial third-quarter stretch. The triumph crowns an unbelievable sophomore campaign for the franchise, making them one of the fastest expansion champions in professional sports history.

Mayor and City Leaders Announce Championship Victory Parade Along The Embarcadero

Following the final buzzer, jubilant crowds spilled into Thrive City plaza, the Castro District, and Mission Bay, celebrating through the extra hour provided by the end of Daylight Saving Time. Congratulatory messages poured in from civic leaders, including California Governor Gavin Newsom and former President Barack Obama.

San Francisco officials announced that the official Valkyries Championship Parade will take place on Wednesday, November 4, rolling along The Embarcadero before concluding with a massive civic rally and trophy presentation in front of the Ferry Building. Muni transit will provide expanded light rail and ferry service to accommodate hundreds of thousands of anticipated fans.

San Francisco Prepares for Decisive Vote on Affordable Housing Proposition I

While sports history dominated headlines, San Francisco Department of Elections workers finalized preparations for Tuesday’s November 3 ballot. Civic debate peaked over Proposition I, which proposes dedicating a portion of municipal real estate transfer taxes on properties exceeding $10 million directly to permanent affordable housing construction and homelessness prevention.

Voters also considered regional transit initiatives, including Regional Measure RTM, with City Hall officials reminding voters that secure official drop boxes across all supervisor districts remain accessible through 8:00 p.m. on Election Day.