Friday, November 1, 2024

Go Dodgers! Pacific Park’s Iconic Ferris Wheel Lights Up Santa Monica Pier to Celebrate LA’s World Series Champions

On Friday, November 1, 2024, Pacific Park on the Santa Monica Pier joined the celebration of the Dodgers' stunning 2024 World Series victory, lighting its iconic Ferris wheel in Dodgers blue and white to mark the team’s achievement. As part of a citywide tribute, the 90-foot Ferris wheel beams the LA Dodgers’ colors, complete with a scrolling “Go Dodgers!” message and the familiar “LA” insignia, matching the celebratory spirit seen at landmarks throughout Los Angeles.

The Dodgers clinched their victory in a thrilling 7-6 game against the New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium, wrapping up the World Series on Wednesday night. The team’s path to victory began with a 6-3 win in the series opener on October 25, followed by consecutive wins, making this the Dodgers’ eighth World Series title.

Pacific Park’s iconic Ferris wheel, the only solar-powered wheel of its kind, features 174,000 LED lights and is capable of 16.7 million color combinations. The eco-friendly lighting display, which can be programmed to present intricate animations at 24 frames per second, ensures an eye-catching tribute to Southern California’s beloved team.

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