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Cable Car Bell Ringing Contest

San Francisco, CA · Odd

When

July 8, 2027

Where

Union Square · San Francisco · CA

Cost

Not confirmed

Status

Approximate: based on past editions, not announced yet

Conductors and gripmen compete in Union Square to see who can play the cable car bell best, judged on rhythm, originality and style by a panel that has included past champions. It has run since 1949, the crowds take it seriously, and winners tend to hold the title for years.

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