San Francisco will be home to a new monthly event that received its inspiration from Oakland. It's called Downtown First Thursdays.
San Francisco will be home to a new monthly event that received its inspiration from Oakland. It's called Downtown First Thursdays with the goal of revitalizing the area and will be held on 2nd Street from Market Street to Howard Street. Attractions will include food, live entertainment and activities for all ages.People said they're excited and hope Downtown First Thursdays will bring much needed foot traffic to the area. Organizers expect thousands to attend.
Organizers describe it as a giant street party to be held on 2nd Street to be held the first Thursday of every month starting this week. It's a move designed to bring life back into the area at night.Artist Stephanie Mufson said as she created a giant disco ball for First Thursday. She's using her skills as a float builder for parades such as the one for Chinese New Year. The disco ball will be hanging from a crane to enhance the party atmosphere.
Organizers say there will be family-friendly entertainment and activites for all ages.Oakland's First Friday was an inspiration, according to Manny Yekutiel, founder of Civic Joy Fund. The nonprofit will provide $1.5 million to keep the monthly event gong for one year. "This event is a grab bag of food, music, retail, art, and dancing," said Yekutiel,"The point of Downtown First Thursday is to celebrate the best of San Francisco.
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