The Los Angeles Dodgers are finally celebrating their World Series championship with the city of LA, and it’s been a long time coming – 36 years to be exact! The team took to the streets of Downtown LA on November 1, 2024, with eight buses full of players, families, staff, and front office members ¹. About 250,000 people filled the streets, with an additional 42,000 packing Dodger Stadium for a pep rally in center field ¹.
The celebration was an emotional one, with players like Clayton Kershaw and Teoscar Hernández getting choked up during their speeches ¹. Freddie Freeman, the World Series MVP, also addressed the crowd, thanking the fans for their support throughout the season ¹. The event featured live entertainment, including a performance by Ice Cube, and a special ceremony to honor the team’s achievements ¹.
*Parade Details:*
– _Date:_ November 1, 2024
– _Time:_ 11 a.m. PT
– _Route:_ Started at Gloria Molina Grand Park in front of City Hall, proceeding to 5th and Flower Street ²
– _Attendance:_ 250,000 people in the streets, 42,000 at Dodger Stadium ¹