WNBA Championship Parade Boosts Muni and BART to Record Ridership
Thousands of fans attending the Golden State Valkyries' WNBA championship parade on San Francisco's waterfront propelled Muni and BART to new post-pandemic single-day ridership records on Wednesday. Muni logged over 600,000 trips, while BART provided more than 260,000 trips.
San Francisco Oakland San Jose, CA, November 7, 2026 —
San Francisco’s public transit systems, Muni and BART, experienced unprecedented ridership on Wednesday, setting new single-day records since the COVID-19 pandemic began. The surge in passenger numbers was directly attributed to the large crowds gathered for the Golden State Valkyries’ WNBA championship parade held along the city’s waterfront.
Muni, the city’s municipal transportation agency, reported logging over 600,000 trips throughout the day. This figure represents a significant milestone, surpassing previous post-pandemic records and highlighting the immense public turnout for the celebratory event.
Similarly, BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit) saw a substantial increase in its passenger count, providing more than 260,000 trips on Wednesday. This record-breaking performance underscores the event’s widespread appeal and its ability to draw large numbers of commuters and fans utilizing public transportation for the championship festivities.
The attendance of thousands of fans for the parade was the primary driver for these new ridership highs. The event celebrated the Golden State Valkyries’ WNBA championship, attracting a significant number of spectators to the San Francisco waterfront area.
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