San Francisco, United States - December 31, 2024 The City by the Bay rang in 2025 with a spectacular fireworks display, drawing thousands to the Embarcadero. As the clock struck midnight, a 15-minute show launched from a barge between the Ferry Building and Bay Bridge lit up the night sky, earning cheers from the gathered crowd. Festivities began early, with the California Hornblower offering a New Year’s Eve lunch cruise and prepping for its midnight voyage. Outside Chase Center, an early countdown event catered to those skipping the late-night revelry. Vendors lined the Embarcadero, selling glowing novelties and keepsakes. “I’m selling balloons, lights, and teddy bears—so people can start the year with love,” said street vendor Omar Gonzalez. For diners at Boulevard Restaurant, the fireworks were the centerpiece of an unforgettable evening. “San Francisco is on its way back,” said local Jeff Stack. “We’re ready for a fantastic 2025.” As the city ushers in the new year, excitement buzzes for a promising future ahead.