2026 Kiwanis-Danville 4th Of July Parade: What To Know

DANVILLE, CA — Danville is celebrating America’s 250th anniversary in style with a weekend full of festivities. Here’s what to know:

Veterans Proclamation

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On July 3 at 10 a.m., the town will present a proclamation of thanks to the Veterans Service Organizations at the Veterans Memorial Building to recognize their service and sacrifice.

Parade

The Kiwanis-Danville 4th of July Parade will take place from 9 a.m. to noon along Hartz Avenue and San Ramon Valley Boulevard. More than 100 groups, including local organizations, youth groups, bands, and community leaders will take part. Members of the Danville Town Council will hand out commemorative bandanas and celebratory stickers to parade attendees while supplies last.

Parade route

The parade will begin at San Ramon Valley High School at Railroad Avenue, and end at Town and Country Drive. See here for the full map.

Choosing a spot

Sidewalk space is available on a first come, first served, basis after 6 p.m. Friday. Unattended chairs or items placed before 6 p.m. are subject to removal, and reserving spots with chalk or tape is not permitted. Handicap-accessible ramps and sidewalk access points should be kept clear. Accessible seating will be offered at the grandstand viewing area at Oak Court and San Ramon Valley Boulevard.

Street Closures

The following streets will be tentatively closed:

• Danville Boulevard between El Cerro Boulevard and Railroad Avenue
• Railroad Avenue between Hartz Avenue. and Love Lane
• La Gonda Way between El Cerro Boulevard and Danville Boulevard
• Prospect Avenue between Hartz Avenue and Front Street
• East Linda Mesa Avenue between Hartz Avenue and the Rose Street Parking Lot
• Hartz Avenue between Railroad Avenue and Hartz Way
• San Ramon Valley Boulevard between Hartz Way and Town and Country Drive
• Town and Country Drive between San Ramon Valley Boulevard and Sheri Lane

Through traffic may use Danville Boulevard from north of El Cerro Boulevard and San Ramon Valley Boulevard south of Sycamore Valley Road West.

Parking

Parking is available at several municipal lots, including:

• Clock Tower Parking Lot
• Danville Library/Community Center Parking Lot
• Front Street Municipal Parking Lot
• Railroad Avenue Municipal Parking Lot
• Rose Street Parking Lot
• Village Theatre Parking Lot

Parking is expected to be limited, so parade-goers are encouraged to walk or bike. Parade-goers may consider parking at the Sycamore Park & Ride parking lot, and using the Iron Horse Trail to walk downtown. Accessible parking near the parade is located at the Crossroads Shopping Center at Hartz Way and San Ramon Valley Boulevard. A golf cart shuttle will be available to take visitors from the Crossroads Shopping Center to the viewing area.

Pets

Due to heat, noise, and the presence of young children, non-service animals are not advised.

Refreshments

Vendors are not allowed. Parade-goers are advised to bring their own food and drink.

See here for all other information.

SEE ALSO:

• 2026 July 4 Fireworks Guide For Danville