Ocean Beach Scream Competition Crowned Local Winner
Olivia Gugliemotto secured the top spot at Vista Del Mar on September 12 with a 121.9-decibel scream.
Updated on Sept. 26, 2026 in Food and Drink
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San Franciscans gathered at Ocean Beach to release collective frustrations during a local scream competition. Olivia Gugliemotto took home the top prize after hitting a recorded 121.9 decibels.
Why it matters
The event offered residents a sanctioned public outlet to process frustrations. Organizer Danielle Egan created the space to facilitate a shared experience for the community.
The competition featured a 121.9-decibel winning scream compared to the 114.3-decibel effort from second-place finisher Kyana Van Houten. It remains unknown if this will become a recurring city event.
The players
Olivia Gugliemotto
The winner of the scream competition who achieved a record 121.9 decibels.
Kyana Van Houten
The second-place finisher who delivered a 114.3-decibel scream lasting over six seconds.
Danielle Egan
The organizer who developed the event as a way to provide a collective outlet for frustrations.
The details
Participants at Vista Del Mar participated in vocal warmups before individual rounds judged on volume, style, and duration. Following the individual performances, more than 100 attendees joined in a minute-long group scream over the ocean. Gugliemotto received a small megaphone for her win.
Timeline
September 12, 2026: The Guttural Scream at the Sea competition took place.
Across the Bay
This competition mirrors other niche community gatherings permitted under the city park use guidelines for public spaces. It follows a trend of residents utilizing public land for unconventional and expressive group events.
Residents can keep an eye on community boards for similar expressive events held at Ocean Beach. No immediate actions are required for the public following the conclusion of this competition.
The takeaway
The competition demonstrated the city's appetite for unusual, communal forms of stress relief. Neighbors interested in participating in future events should monitor local community groups for further event announcements.
Further reading
For more on local gatherings and community events, visit San Francisco Food and Drink.
Source note: This article includes information reported by People.
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