The Los Angeles Dodgers won their eighth World Series championship in franchise history.
They defeated the New York Yankees on Wednesday night at Yankee Stadium with a final score of 7-6.
Dodger first baseman Freddie Freeman was voted the unanimous World Series MVP after hitting .300 (6-for-20) with four home runs, including the dramatic 10th-inning walk-off grand slam to give Los Angeles the victory in Game 1 at Dodger Stadium.
The 2024 title is the club’s seventh since moving to Los Angeles and their first five-game World Series win since 1988 over Oakland. The final out of the game was recorded when surprise Dodger reliever Walker Buehler struck out Alex Verdugo to win it.
The World Series Champions will commemorate their title on Friday, November 1 with a parade in Downtown Los Angeles and a special ticketed celebration at Dodger Stadium, both of which will be televised in their entirety on Spectrum SportsNet LA, local television channels and AM 570.
Due to logistics, traffic and timing, fans will not be able to attend both events.
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass and local leaders today outlined coordinated support efforts for Friday’s Dodgers Championship Parade. The City is committed to supporting the Dodgers in delivering a celebration befitting the championship team, its dedicated fans and our proud city.
“Last week, I stood with City leaders to say that L.A. is ready – ready to host the World Series, ready to welcome visitors from near and far and, most importantly, ready to win. Now, we are ready to celebrate,” said Mayor Bass. “As I said last night, violence and dangerous behavior at the expense of our communities and businesses will not be tolerated. I urge you to continue to celebrate responsibly and safely if you are planning to attend the Dodgers’ celebration opportunities tomorrow. Congratulations again to the Dodgers – we cannot wait to welcome you back and celebrate with you tomorrow!”
The next update will be via press release on Friday.
INFORMATION ON UPCOMING CHAMPIONSHIP CELEBRATIONS:
The Dodgers have shared that the parade is scheduled to begin at 11:00 AM at Gloria Molina Grand Park on Spring Street in front of Los Angeles City Hall. Mayor Karen Bass will officially kick off the parade, which will then continue on a 45-minute route from 1st Street to Grand Avenue to 5th Street, culminating at the intersection of 5th and Flower Streets, with members of the Dodgers traveling atop double-decker buses.
Following the parade, the Dodgers announced a special ticketed event at Dodger Stadium, which will begin at approximately 12:15 PM. Angelenos are advised by the Dodgers that there will not be time to commute between the events. More information available here.
How can Angelenos get to the parade?
Angelenos planning to attend the parade in Downtown L.A. are urged to go Metro. Metro provides the following guidance for those traveling Downtown:
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You can take the B Line from North Hollywood and D Line from Wilshire/Western to one of three stations: Civic Ctr/Grand Park, Pershing Square, and 7th St/Metro Center.
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If you’re coming from the San Gabriel Valley or the South Bay, you can take the A Line to 2nd/Broadway, Grand Av Arts/Bunker Hill, or 7th St/Metro Ctr Stations.
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If you’re coming from Santa Monica or East LA, you can take the E Line to 2nd/Broadway, Grand Av Arts/Bunker Hill, or 7th St/Metro Ctr Stations.
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And you can pick up the A, B, and D Lines from Union Station, which connects to Metrolink, Amtrak, and many other bus services.
Public safety personnel and transit ambassadors will have an increased presence to ensure a safe and welcoming environment for riders. Detour maps for Metro bus routes will be posted on metro.net on Friday morning. Detour maps for DASH buses will be available here.
What should I know if I am driving to the parade?
The best way to get to the parade is to go Metro. Streets surrounding the parade area will have very limited access to ensure safety and accessibility for all those who are attending and participating. Make sure to check the map for street closures and allow ample time to travel Downtown and find parking. Cars parked along the parade route are subject to towing.
In coordination with California and LAPD, Caltrans will close the southbound US101/Broadway off-ramp for the parade and the north and southbound State Route 110/Stadium Way off-ramps for the ticketed event. Only ticket holders will be allowed to enter the stadium parking lots.
The City’s Department of Transportation is taking the following action:
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Deploying Traffic Officers to Manage Car Flow and Improve Traffic Safety – More than 100 white glove traffic officers will be deployed to manage car flow and improve traffic safety around the parade route.
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Planning for Efficient and Safe Access – LADOT Special Traffic Operations has prepared traffic management plans and will deploy 24 traffic engineers to establish specialized routes including Dodger Stadium Express Lane and travel lane adjustments for efficient ingress and egress from major venues.
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Managing Traffic in Real-Time Traffic –The Automated Transportation Systems and Coordination (ATSAC) Center will be open and monitoring congestion at key intersections throughout Los Angeles to adjust signal timing in response to changing traffic conditions.
How is the City taking proactive steps to keep Angelenos safe during the parade and celebrations?
Safety is the City’s top priority and we are working closely with Departments and regional partners. Actions include:
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Activating City’s Emergency Operations Center –To ensure coordinated operations and response before, during and after the parade, the City’s Emergency Operations Center (EOC) will activate to a Level 2 with more than 20 departments and agencies’ personnel staffing the EOC in person.
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Increasing LAPD Officer Visibility – The LAPD is on heightened alert and will have significant and visible officer presence at and around the parade route and near Dodgers Stadium.
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Protecting Businesses and Communities — LAPD is taking proactive strategic action to protect businesses and to ensure there are peaceful celebrations, including by deploying officers and increasing their visible presence. Violence and dangerous behavior will not be tolerated.
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Collaborating with Local and Regional Law Enforcement Jurisdictions – In keeping with operating procedures for major events, LAPD will coordinate closely with local and regional law enforcement partners.
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Strategically Stationing Paramedic and Medical Support – LAFD is helping to coordinate emergency medical services with the Dodgers’ Public Safety Team.
Are schools remaining open?
Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) would like Angelenos to know that all schools will remain open on Friday. The District asks parents to be mindful of anticipated traffic congestion and to allow extra time to get their students to school on time.
What can I do after the parade ends?
Downtown Los Angeles is the heart of the city in many ways – a hub for entertainment, culture, activity and so much more. Angelenos attending the parade may consider staying in Downtown to explore, eat and safely enjoy time with loved ones. Learn more about what to see, do and enjoy from local business organizations here and here.
