Venue · San Francisco
Civic Center Plaza.
One of the few civic-scale outdoor spaces in the United States, set between City Hall, the War Memorial Opera House, the Asian Art Museum, and the San Francisco Public Library. The home of the iVB Boxing San Francisco World Championship Boxing Cup on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
- AddressCivic Center Plaza, San Francisco, CA 94102
- Event dateSaturday, July 11, 2026
- Hours2:00 PM to 10:00 PM PT
- AudienceOpen-air, civic-scale crowd
The square
A public square that can hold a city.
Civic Center Plaza is the open-air bowl at the architectural heart of San Francisco. The plaza alone covers roughly eight acres. Add the surrounding bowl, the connecting promenades, and the public realm around the Beaux-Arts complex of City Hall, the War Memorial Opera House, the Asian Art Museum, the San Francisco Public Library, and the Bill Graham Civic Auditorium, and the footprint is dramatically larger.
The site has hosted Pride. It has hosted championship parades. It has hosted civic gatherings on a six-figure scale. What it has not hosted, in modern memory, is a world championship boxing card. iVB Boxing is bringing the ring to City Hall, with City Hall's dome as the literal backdrop.
Read more about the broader context on the world-record attempt page, or browse the night's ticket tiers.
Getting there
Transit, bike, on foot.
BART
Civic Center / UN Plaza station, one block from the plaza. All BART lines into central San Francisco stop here. The most direct route from the East Bay, San Mateo County, and SFO.
Muni Metro
Civic Center Muni Metro station shares the plaza with BART. Multiple Muni Metro lines and several bus routes connect the plaza to the rest of the city.
Bike
The plaza sits inside San Francisco's protected-lane network. Bay Wheels bike-share docks operate within walking distance. Secure bike parking is available around the perimeter.
Rideshare and parking
Designated rideshare drop-off zones will be posted in the days before the event. Public parking garages around the plaza fill quickly. Transit is strongly recommended.
Frequently Asked
Visiting Civic Center.
- Where exactly is Civic Center Plaza?
- Civic Center Plaza is a public square in the heart of San Francisco, bordered by City Hall, the War Memorial Opera House, the Asian Art Museum, and the San Francisco Public Library. The address is Civic Center Plaza, San Francisco, CA 94102.
- How do I get there by transit?
- Civic Center / UN Plaza station serves both BART and Muni Metro and sits one block from the plaza. All BART lines into central San Francisco stop at Civic Center, and several Muni Metro and bus routes also serve the area.
- Is there parking?
- Public parking garages around the plaza exist but fill quickly on event days. Civic Center Plaza Garage and Performing Arts Garage are the two closest options. Transit is recommended.
- Is the venue accessible?
- Civic Center Plaza is at street level with step-free access throughout. Accessible entry routes, ADA seating in the paid sections, and accessible portable facilities will be in place. Specific event-day accessibility details will be published closer to July 11.
- What should I bring?
- Layers (San Francisco evenings cool down quickly), water, sun protection, and your reservation or ticket on a phone. Low-back beach chairs and small blankets are typically welcome in the Fan Zone. Full canopy tents and large structures are not.
- Will there be food and drink at the venue?
- Yes. Local food vendors, taquerias, and beverage partners will operate inside the venue perimeter. Beer, wine, and non-alcoholic drinks are expected to be available, subject to California ABC permits. Outside alcohol is not permitted.
- Are children welcome?
- Yes. The Fan Zone is family-friendly. Children under twelve do not need their own Fan Zone reservation when accompanied by a reserved adult. Paid sections have their own ticketing rules.