It's a cool October evening in Cleveland and, as usual, it's cloudy.
But Tuesday night is different than most because the city is gearing up for arguably the biggest moment in its history — as far as sports are concerned.
An unimaginable double header featuring the NBA champion Cavs' home opener and the first game of the World Series kick off on the same night.
2:21 p.m.
A clinic in Cleveland announces that all babies born during the World Series will receive these onesies.
It's the #WorldSeries...baby! And in Cleveland, we #RallyTogether from birth! ⚾️ http://pic.twitter.com/OX7pxZWm1T
— @ClevelandClinic
3:16 p.m.
The party kicks off in downtown Cleveland outside Quicken Loans Arena and Progressive Field as fans prepare for the new NBA season tip-off and Game 1 of the World Series.
They are already partying in Cleveland for #Indians and #Cavs http://pic.twitter.com/wCQ2WfGqhk
— @BNightengale
Cleveland, Ohio. #WorldSeries http://pic.twitter.com/wIb36zhv5c
— @twithersAP
It's a long way from the opening pitch & tip, but East 4th in downtown Cleveland is already nearing a standstill http://pic.twitter.com/IVZAc1MYoh
— @darrenrovell
4:24 p.m.
The King, LeBron James, arrives at Quicken Loans Arena in style while pre-game songs play in his ears.
Game 1 #Cavshion. 😎 #CavsOpener || #DefendTheLand http://pic.twitter.com/sNUNO9E2uo
— @cavs
5:10 p.m.
James gets caught up in all the excitement in the city to which he brought the Larry O'Brien NBA Championship Trophy.
What A Day for this city! I'm so damn humbled & honored to be one to bring happiness and joy to it all! You guys deserve.....
— @KingJames
5:21 p.m.
Even Pearl Jam is ready to rock out for Cleveland's big night.
5:33 p.m.
The Cleveland Indians receive some gifts from James as the city truly does rally together ahead of their big night.
Special delivery: @KingJames sent custom headphones for our guys!@Lindor12BC returned the favor with a signed jersey! #RallyTogether http://pic.twitter.com/xFTSnLLCZI
— @Indians
6:13 p.m.
Indians infielder Jose Ramirez returns the favour by leaving some World Series tickets for James after he wraps up his basketball game.
.@KingJames I left you 2 tickets at will call. Just bring your ID with you. #WorldSeries
— @MrLapara
6:50 p.m.
As both games draw nearer and the sky grows darker, Cleveland quickly becomes the centre of the sports universe.
The place to be in Cleveland is right here, right now http://pic.twitter.com/nRDUF2hB56
— @janemorice
The Corner Alley is playing Major League right now 😂 #WorldSeries #RallyTogether #WildThing http://pic.twitter.com/nlQiKPJ2Jc
— @cleveland19news
7:20 p.m.
The Cleveland Cavaliers receive their coveted championship rings and raise the banner as the sold-out crowd welcomes them home.
A Ring Fit for a King. #CavsOpener || #WonForAll http://pic.twitter.com/GsB3R7mAZx
— @cavs
Best. Night. Ever.#WonForAll http://pic.twitter.com/98BxiA90m5
— @cavs
Meanwhile across the street, the Indians are still coming to terms with what this night means for their team as they kick off the final series on home turf.
It's real. #RallyTogether http://pic.twitter.com/jaxdKOAkRz
— @Indians
If only the NFL's Browns could find a way to live up to their city's newfound hype.
Nobody loses forever, except the Cleveland Browns
— @bruce_arthur
Cleveland is on fire - the good kind
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