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Vallejo 36th Annual Juneteenth Parade & Festival 2026

📍 Barbara Kondylis Waterfront Green, 310 Mare Island Way, Vallejo, CA 94590•📅 June 20, 2026

About This Event

Vallejo's annual Juneteenth Parade and Festival takes place on the third Saturday in June. The free event is one of Vallejo's largest gatherings, with the parade beginning 9 a.m. at Tennessee Street and Sonoma Boulevard and proceeding to the Waterfront Green where the festival kicks off at 11 a.m. Includes live entertainment, vendors, food, health and wellness, education and training opportunities, and kids' activities.

📅 When

June 20, 2026

📍 Where

Barbara Kondylis Waterfront Green, 310 Mare Island Way, Vallejo, CA 94590

Vallejo, CA

💵 Price

Free

👤 Organizer

Vallejo Juneteenth

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What to expect at a Juneteenth festival

Juneteenth festivals are the heart of the holiday — multi-hour, family-friendly, and densely programmed. Expect a main stage with rotating performances, vendor rows featuring Black-owned businesses, food trucks heavy on barbecue and Southern cuisine, kids’ zones with face painting and bounce houses, history exhibits or living-history performers, and community resource booths. Plan to spend two to four hours if you want to see the lineup; longer if you’re bringing children. Entry is free at most festivals, but tipping vendors and supporting local businesses is part of the day.

About Juneteenth in Vallejo

Vallejo, CA marks Juneteenth alongside hundreds of other US cities, with celebrations rooted in local Black history and shaped by the people, churches, and community organizations that have sustained the day for generations. Whether you’re attending your first Juneteenth or your fortieth, the goal is the same: gather, remember, and celebrate freedom together.

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Frequently asked questions

When is Vallejo 36th Annual Juneteenth Parade & Festival 2026?
June 20, 2026. Confirm exact start times with the organizer (Vallejo Juneteenth) before traveling.
Where is Vallejo 36th Annual Juneteenth Parade & Festival 2026 held?
Barbara Kondylis Waterfront Green, 310 Mare Island Way, Vallejo, CA 94590, Vallejo, CA. Check the event website for parking and accessibility details.
Is this event free to attend?
Yes. This Juneteenth event is free and open to the public. Some sub-events (food, vendor purchases, optional workshops) may have separate costs.
What should I bring?
Plan for outdoor weather. Bring sunscreen, water, comfortable shoes, a hat or umbrella, cash for vendors (some are cash-only), and a portable phone charger. If chairs aren’t provided, a foldable seat or blanket is useful.
Is the event family-friendly?
Most Juneteenth celebrations welcome all ages. Family-specific programming varies by event — many include kids’ zones, face painting, and family activities. Strollers are usually welcome at outdoor venues.