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BART adds cars to handle demand after tanker fire shuts down I-880

BART is closely monitoring passenger loads and will adjust train sizes whenever possible to accommodate increased ridership as a result of the continued closure of I-880 following this morning’s fiery tanker crash that shutdown a portion of the freeway near 16th Avenue. Caltrans tells BART that it expects

BART to open early, run long trains for 2018 Bay to Breakers Race

Timetable BART customers will be able to get to the world famous Bay to Breakers race in San Francisco on Sunday, May 20, 2018, because we’ll open early and run additional long trains. All BART stations will open early with service starting at approximately 6am Sunday so racers can get to the race well before

BART runs regular service the day after Thanksgiving (11/29)

BART will run a Sunday service schedule for Thanksgiving this year. This means on Thursday, November 28, 2024, BART hours will be 8am-midnight with all five lines running until 9pm and three lines running from 9pm-midnight. 

On Friday, November 29, we will be running regular weekday service (5am-midnight). 

Free parking at BART on Thanksgiving Day  

Parking will be free at all stations except for Milpitas and Berryessa/North San Jose, which are operated by the Valley Transportation Authority. All other parking rules will be enforced. 

The day after Thanksgiving, Friday, November 29, is not a parking holiday. Those who need to park can purchase Daily Fee parking using the official BART app. Click here for instructions to pay by app. 

Parking at a BART station for your Thanksgiving trip 

Airport parking can be a hassle and is always expensive, except at BART stations. We offer inexpensive multi-day parking (see options below) at many stations with easy online reservations. Purchase parking on the official BART app or pay by website. 

Single/Multi-Day Reserved parking is for consecutive overnight stays of up to 20 weekdays. You will need to provide the license plate of the car you plan to drive and a phone number. Reference our guide for paying for Single/Multi-Day Reserved parking here.

Monthly Reserved parking is for stays of up to 24 hours at a time, charged on a recurring monthly basis, and provides a guaranteed space until 10am. This is not to be used while travelling for several days in a row.

Reserved parking signs are blue + white or yellow. During the holidays we experience a higher demand in Reserved parking; if there is not a reserved spot available when you arrive, park in the Daily Fee area and you will not be cited. Daily Fee parking is only allowed in the Daily Fee area. 

Another option to travel to SFO via BART is to purchase Multi-Day Reserved parking and drive to Millbrae Station or San Bruno Station, then take a quick ride to SFO Airport. 

Find an overview of parking at BART at bart.gov/parking. 

Taking BART to SFO or OAK 

Traveling by plane for the holiday? It’s easy to ride BART to the airport. You can take the train directly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) and Oakland International Airport (OAK). Plan your trip and find fares by using BART’s online Trip Planner and read our comprehensive guide on riding BART to the airport.  

Let’s Glow! BART Anime Festival at Warm Springs Station September 6

Let’s Glow! BART Anime Festival at Warm Springs Station September 6

This September, the BART Anime Project invites the public to Let’s Glow! BART Anime Festival – a novel community gathering that celebrates anime, art, music, and transit.  

On Saturday, September 6, join BART anime mascots Baylee, Nimbus, Jasmine, Mira, and BARTy for this unique event that will bring artists, live DJs, dance lessons, boba, and more to Warm Springs/South Fremont Station.  

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What: Let’s Glow! BART Anime Festival 

When: Saturday, Sept. 6, 4:30pm to 8pm 

Where: Warm Springs/South Fremont Station plaza 

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BART's anime mascots are inspiring youth to ride public transit by making it exciting and accessible. Nearly half of Gen Z in the U.S. – a growing and reliable ridership demographic – watches anime, and BART’s mascots help us meet young people where they’re at, building connections and relationships through their own interests.  

Let us know you're coming to this free event (RSVPing is not required to attend): bartletsglow.eventbrite.com/ 

Giveaway! The first 50 people who arrive by BART will get a free Let’s Glow \ light stick /. Find BART anime mascot Mira by the Station Agent booth to get your light stick before they’re all gone. Show them off at the festival as @sanflare teaches the crowd a choreographed wotagei dance. We’ll also sell a limited number of Let’s Glow light sticks at the event. 

What to expect at Let’s Glow: 

  • An artist alley featuring art inspired by transit, anime, games, and more!
  • Fan club & community tables. Find your crowd like a club fair in college.
  • Food & boba stands, with exclusive themed drinks based on the BART Anime Mascots! 

  • Live DJs from AniClover! 

  • Free dance & wotagei lessons with SanFlare 

  • Shortly after sunset, we will all dance together. Be sure to bring your light sticks if you have them.  

  • Itasha arranged by Dreamscape: bold, anime-inspired cars and scooters
  • Railgoods Popup Shop, featuring original BART merch 

  • VTubers! Meet & greet your favorite virtual creators at the OffKai Expo table. VTuber Research Club will also bring their roaming robots. 

  • An exclusive eki stamp~ 

  • Art boards! 

  • Lantern decoration! 

Learn more about BART’s anime mascots and their real-life inspirations, download coloring sheets and cosplay guides, and stay up to date with the project at bart.gov/anime. Purchase BART anime merch on Railgoods.com. 

If you’re interested in hosting a fan club or community table at the festival, a limited number of spaces are available. Apply at https://bart-anime.notion.site/240b53326cb2813d8c91d563abce18ef?pvs=105 

What BART PD's newest hires did before joining the department

What BART's newest recruits did before joining the force
Officer Courtade, who grew up in the Bay Area, began his career with BART as a Station Agent, where he learned the value of patience, empathy, and problem-solving while serving thousands of daily riders.
Dispatcher Chhabra lead marketing teams at large companies and tech startups. She is a certified crisis counselor and has volunteered with the San Francisco Suicide Prevention Line and The Trevor Project.
Officer Canavesio graduated UC Davis with degrees in Environmental Science and Management and Native American Studies. He previously served as Facility Manager for the Homeless Prenatal Program in the Mission District.
Dispatcher Berumen recently earned her bachelor’s degree in health science with a focus on public health. During her studies, she gained experience in outreach, advocacy, and support services.
Smith began her law enforcement career in 2005 as a dispatcher and later held many training and supervisor positions. She is passionate about mentorship, team development, and promoting wellness in high-pressure environments.
Officer Williams graduated from CSU East Bay with a business-finance degree. Before BART, he was a Fan Engagement Associate for the 49ers, a dockhand at the San Pablo Reservoir, and a delivery driver and trainer for Amazon.
Officer Iosua worked in customer service for United Airlines. In 2023, she began training jiu jitsu, which gave her the confidence to embark on a career in law enforcement.
Officer Mendoza served in the US Army Reserve then as a transportation security officer at SFO. He joined BART PD to focus on serving his community and to continue his work in the transportation industry.
Officer Anguiano Capristo was an Explorer with Richmond PD and Campus Security Supervisor at a school in Richmond.
Officer Comeaux was driven to join law enforcement by a desire to serve as a positive role model to youth. Growing up in Stockton, he saw firsthand the impact of guidance and representation.
Officer Katz has a long history of public service, first as a Cavalry Scout in the US Army then as a police officer for Oakland PD, UC Berkeley PD, and Richmond PD.

The BART Police Department recently welcomed 11 new members during a formal pinning ceremony hosted by Chief of Police Kevin Franklin. 

The new hires were celebrated by the department and their families as Chief Franklin presented their badges and certificates. This is a significant achievement marking their official welcome to the force and the completion of their initial training.  

The new members of the team come from a variety of backgrounds, and we honor their unique experiences that will bolster the department’s ongoing focus on community-oriented progressive policing. 

Click thru the above slideshow to learn more about BART PD's newest members. To pause the slideshow, click and hold an image.

BART has been working to boost its safety presence in the system with significant recruitment efforts that help to ensure the department is fully staffed and able to respond to incidents swiftly and with appropriate resources. Read more about BART's safety efforts, including increasing officer and unarmed safety presence on trains and in stations, by visiting bart.gov/safeandclean. 

BART PD is actively hiring for a variety of roles, including non-sworn positions! To learn more about BART PD careers or to chat with a member of the BART PD team, visit JoinBARTPD.com. BART PD also hosts quarterly open houses (the next is in November) and virtual open houses. Details will be posted on the BART Police Department Facebook page.