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New '7x7' installation lights up San Francisco to mark historic summer
By KTVU FOX 2 News
· June 22, 2026
· 1 min read
A new public art installation featuring 49 beams of light over Civic Center Plaza is lighting up San Francisco 's skyline as the city welcomes visitors for Pride Weekend, the FIFA World Cup and Fourth of July celebrations.
Why this matters in The San Francisco
The new '7x7' installation brings a fresh layer of vibrancy to Civic Center Plaza, a hub that has long been a focal point for community gatherings and celebrations in San Francisco. As the city prepares to host a flurry of high-profile events, including Pride Weekend and the Fourth of July, this public art display is poised to become a popular backdrop for photos and a symbol of the city's inclusive spirit. The timing of the installation is particularly noteworthy, as it coincides with an expected influx of visitors from around the world for the FIFA World Cup, drawing attention to San Francisco's reputation as a welcoming and culturally rich destination. As locals and tourists alike flock to Civic Center Plaza to take in the display, it will be interesting to see how the installation interacts with the plaza's existing architecture and how it enhances the overall ambiance of the area.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: KTVU FOX 2 News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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