Don’t miss your last chance to enjoy Incredible BBQ, live music, family fun and community celebration TODAY at the free King of the County BBQ and Music Festival on Father’s Day in Martinez Waterfront Park.
Presented by the Martinez Refining Company and the Martinez Chamber of Commerce, this beloved community Father’s Day tradition draws more than 20,000 attendees for an unforgettable waterfront weekend filled with entertainment, amazing food and shopping selections, kids’ fun zone and activities for all ages.
The festival features free admission and free parking, making it the perfect Father’s Day Weekend destination for families throughout the Bay Area.
Festivalgoers enjoy live music from top local bands, mouthwatering BBQ and a dozen more eclectic food and beverage vendors, local wine and beer, kids rides, arts and crafts, and commercial exhibitors throughout the weekend.
Festival hours today on Father’s Day are 11am – 6pm. 
BBQ teams from across the region battle it out for the coveted title of “King of the County.” The Backyard BBQ Competition welcomes dozens of teams annually, including returning champions, family teams and first-time competitors, all looking to claim bragging rights while taking home trophies, swag and cash prizes.
Whether you come for the BBQ, the music, the shopping, the rides or the family-friendly atmosphere, the King of the County BBQ and Music Festival has something for everyone.
For additional festival information visit <a href="https://www.countybbq.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.countybbq.com</a>.

Local Event: King of the County BBQ & Music Festival - Free in Martinez June 19-21

Contra Costa County

Martinez

California

King of the County BBQ & Music Festival - Free...

Don’t miss your last chance to enjoy Incredible BBQ, live music, family fun and community celebration TODAY at the free King of...

King of the County BBQ & Music Festival - Free in Martinez June 19-21

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· Did you know that you carry paradise in your heart? · Have you grown in your capacity to give and receive divine love? · What is the value of imagination in life?
“Every Soul is the spiritual spark of God invested in a physical body. The body does not have to die for Soul to reach the spiritual universe during the time that It resides upon earth. —Harold Klemp, The Spiritual Laws of Life, pg. 53
Please Join us for this insightful talk, a spiritual exercise, and discussion.
This is a broadcast of a talk given by a True Spiritual Master and incorporates a spiritual exercise. This is followed by a period of discussion. The spiritual exercise introduced is known as HU. The HU can help you tap into that divine source that is within all of us. It can help you experience an expansion of your consciousness, a feeling of peace, an experience of truth, and even a clearer connection with the divine love of God.
People of all backgrounds, faiths, and beliefs are welcome.
Invite family members, relatives, and friends that may have an interest in this subject.
We look forward to your presence, questions, and insights.
This meeting is a community service sponsored by ECKANKAR in California. ECKANKAR is the Path of Spiritual Freedom.

Local Event: You Are The Light

Concord

You Are The Light

· Did you know that you carry paradise in your heart? · Have you grown in your capacity to give and receive divine love? · What...

Six Flags Discovery Kingdom

Star-Spangled Nights Friday and Saturday, July 3-4, 2026 - 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. 
<a href="https://www.sixflags.com/discoverykingdom/events/star-spangled-nights" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">From Six Flags Discovery Kingdom:</a>"All-American thrills are waiting for you at Six Flags Discovery Kingdom as we celebrate Independence Day with a breathtaking, synchronized music and drone spectacular. The night’s sky will be painted with bright, colorful lights, and the air will fill with patriotic music and sounds of celebration, creating an unforgettable experience for all ages."

<a href="https://www.sixflags.com/discoverykingdom/events/star-spangled-nights" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">More info here.</a>
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Local Event: Star-Spangled Nights 2026: Six Flags Discovery Kingdom, Vallejo

Solano County

Vallejo

Star-Spangled Nights 2026: Six Flags Discovery...

Star-Spangled Nights  Friday and Saturday, July 3-4, 2026 - 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. 
From Six Flags Discovery Kingdom:"All-American...

Star-Spangled Nights 2026: Six Flags Discovery Kingdom, Vallejo

Downtown Pleasant Hill

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 Pleasant Hill July 4 Parade, Firecracker 5K &amp; Fireworks Show
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 The 50th Annual
Pleasant Hill 4th of July Celebration begins early with fireworks and ends with them.&nbsp;

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 7:45am-10am &nbsp;Firecracker 5k &amp; Kids 100-Yard Dash
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 Firecracker 5K Race and kids 100 yard dash! Prizes for the top finishers. Proceeds go to Pleasant Hill schools!

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 9:30am-10:30am&nbsp;Downtown Parade
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 Come to Downtown Pleasant for&nbsp;the World Famous Pleasant Hill Parade! 

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 10:30am-1:30pm&nbsp;Party in the Park
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 After the parade ends, walk over to Pleasant Hill Park for live music, food, and fun for the kids! &nbsp;

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 6:30pm-10pm Fireworks Viewing Party at College Park High School
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 Enjoy an evening of fireworks with a viewing party at College Park High School. There will be music, food, and dessert trucks on site. &nbsp;Access is $4 per person (suggested donation).

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 Info:&nbsp;<a href="https://phjuly4.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">phjuly4.com/</a>
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Local Event:  Parade, Firecracker 5K, Park & Fireworks 2026: Pleasant Hill 

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 Parade, Firecracker 5K, Park & Fireworks 2026:...


    Pleasant Hill July 4 Parade, Firecracker 5K & Fireworks Show


    The 50th Annual
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 Parade, Firecracker 5K, Park & Fireworks 2026: Pleasant Hill 

Tennessee Street & El Dorado Street

Vallejo's&nbsp;171st July 4th Parade&nbsp;
Saturday, July 4, 2026 - 10 a.m.
Starts at&nbsp;Tennessee and El Dorado streets, Vallejo, CA<a href="https://null" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">From Vallejo Parade Association</a>: "Join us for a spectacular 2026 July 4th celebration in Vallejo!
"The parade begins at the intersection of Tennessee St. and El Dorado St., proceeds along Sonoma Blvd, turns onto Georgia St., and concludes at the intersection of Georgia St. and Santa Clara St."
<a href="https://vallejojuly4.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">More info here.</a>
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Local Event: Vallejo July 4th Parade 2026: Vallejo

Vallejo July 4th Parade 2026: Vallejo

Vallejo's 171st July 4th Parade 
Saturday, July 4, 2026 - 10 a.m.
Starts at Tennessee and El Dorado streets, Vallejo, CAFrom...

Suisun Waterfront

4th of July Celebration 2026Saturday, Juny 4, 2026 - 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
<a href="https://www.suisun.com/Events-directory/4th-of-July-Celebration-2026" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">From Suisun City</a>:
"Join us at the Suisun City Waterfront on Saturday, July 4, 2026 for an unforgettable Independence Day celebration honoring America’s 250th birthday! This year’s event will feature a full day of fun, entertainment, food, and community spirit as we come together to celebrate one of the most meaningful holidays of the year in a big way.
"Enjoy a lively lineup of food trucks, carnival rides, community performances, a live concert, and a spectacular fireworks show to close out the night. The celebration will run from 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., with carnival rides and vendors open from 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., community acts taking the stage from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., and fireworks lighting up the sky from 9:15 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
"We’re excited to welcome this year’s featured musical acts: Pop Rocks, West Coast Strut, and Vixen Strut. These performances will bring high-energy entertainment and help set the tone for a festive day at the waterfront. Whether you’re coming for the music, the food, the rides, or the fireworks, there will be something for everyone to enjoy."Celebrate the 4th of July with your family, friends, and neighbors at the Suisun City Waterfront as we honor our nation’s past, present, and future with a day full of celebration, community, and fireworks."<a href="https://www.suisun.com/Events-directory/4th-of-July-Celebration-2026" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">More info here.</a>-- Image via Shutterstock

Local Event: 4th Of July Celebration 2026: Suisun City

Suisun City

4th Of July Celebration 2026: Suisun City

4th of July Celebration 2026Saturday, Juny 4, 2026 - 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
From Suisun City:
"Join us at the Suisun City...

Mt. Diablo High School

2026 Concord's 4th Of July Festival &amp; Fireworks
Gates Open at 4:00 PM Music Starts at 5:30 PM Fireworks at 9:15PM
Live entertainment on stage will begin at 5:30 PM and 7:30 PM. Finally, at 9:15 PM, the day will conclude with a spectacular fireworks display that will not disappoint.
Celebrate&nbsp;<a href="https://www.concordjuly4th.com/festival/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Independence Day at Concord's hometown picnic f</a>eaturing live music on stage, a Stars &amp; Stripes Midway, and local artist exhibits. This free community event offers food and vendor booths, concluding with a spectacular fireworks display that is sure to impress.

Local Event: 2026 Concord's 4th Of July Festival & Fireworks

2026 Concord's 4th Of July Festival & Fireworks

2026 Concord's 4th Of July Festival & Fireworks
Gates Open at 4:00 PM Music Starts at 5:30 PM Fireworks at 9:15PM
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Two anniversaries. One unforgettable night. Join us July 4th on Mare Island for the Spirit Ship Celebration!

This Independence Day, Mare Island lights up for a night worth remembering. Join us for the Spirit Ship Celebration — an evening marking two extraordinary milestones: America's 250th birthday and Vallejo's 175th anniversary.
Kick off the evening with live music from The Floorshakers, magic by Brian Scott, food trucks, refreshing drinks, and a dedicated kids' zone — then watch the sky come alive with a custom drone light show to close the night. Tickets are affordable and limited — grab yours before they're gone.
Two and a half centuries of American history. 175 years of Vallejo. One spectacular evening on the waterfront that helped shape them both.

Local Event: Mare Island's July 4th Spirit Ship Celebration 

Mare Island's July 4th Spirit Ship Celebration 

Two anniversaries. One unforgettable night. Join us July 4th on Mare Island for the Spirit Ship Celebration!

This Independence...

John Muir National Historic Site

<a href="https://johnmuirassociation.org/muircamp/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Register here</a>Invite your children ages 7 to 12 to a weekly camp packed with fun and informative nature activities like painting, sourdough bread baking, and trail exploration. Participants will discover local plants and animals while journaling just like John Muir at this historic site for $400 per session.

Local Event: John Muir Mountain Day Camp

John Muir Mountain Day Camp

Register hereInvite your children ages 7 to 12 to a weekly camp packed with fun and informative nature activities like...

Four Fools Winery

Welcome to Wizards &amp; Wine: A Harry Potter Inspired Market!
Grab your house crew and join us for an afternoon of magic by the bay!
Wizards &amp; Wine transforms Four Fools Winery into a spellbinding marketplace filled with themed vendors, handcrafted treasures, mystical goods, art, candles, crystals, books, treats, and enchanting finds around every corner.
<ul><li>Sip wine with a waterfront view</li><li>Shop magical makers &amp; small businesses</li><li>Dress in your house colors (costumes encouraged, never required)</li><li>Snap photos and soak up the vibes</li></ul>
Whether you’re a bold Gryffindor, a clever Ravenclaw, a loyal Hufflepuff, or a slightly dramatic Slytherin with excellent taste — this market is for you. 🦁🐍🦅🦡
Bring your friends. Bring your family. Bring your inner wizard.
Show up ready for some magic!

Local Event: Wizards & Wine: A Free Harry Potter Inspired Market

Rodeo

Wizards & Wine: A Free Harry Potter Inspired...

Welcome to Wizards & Wine: A Harry Potter Inspired Market!
Grab your house crew and join us for an afternoon of magic by the...

Wizards & Wine: A Free Harry Potter Inspired Market

Waterfront Park

Join us for National Night Out Martinez 2026! 
We’re seeking sponsors and exhibitors for our 2026 National Night Out Celebration on&nbsp;Tuesday, August 4, 2026, from 5:30pm to 9pm Martinez Waterfront Park,&nbsp;245 N. Court Street, Martinez
This is a wonderful opportunity to promote your business, connect with local families, and show your support for the Martinez community!&nbsp;
Following the incredible success of our 2025 celebration, this year’s event will be bigger, better, and more engaging than ever featuring...&nbsp;
<ul class="rx-format-list-to-text"><li>&nbsp;Live music</li><li> Food trucks</li><li>Law enforcement safety demonstrations</li><li>CERT disaster preparedness</li><li>Child ID program</li><li>Fire department and first responder displays</li><li>Sponsor and vendor exhibits</li><li>Kids’ entertainment and more!</li></ul>
<a href="https://NationalNightOut2026.eventbrite.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Admission is FREE</a> and there will be something for everyone!&nbsp; To ensure your company is featured in our social media and print marketing campaign, please sign up by July 15, 2026. Exhibitor booth spaces and sponsorship opportunities are available, but don’t wait—reserve your spot today!
Contact Chris Dean: Hello@NNOmartinez.com<a href="https://www.nnomartinez.com/sponsor" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener" style="background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);"> Click for sponsorship details</a>
Will you join us in making <a href="https://www.nnomartinez.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">National Night Out Martinez 2026</a> an unforgettable community celebration?&nbsp;
Hosted by Downtown Martinez &amp; Co National Night Out Martinez is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. EIN: 41-4701113

Local Event: Seeking Sponsors for National Night Out Martinez

Seeking Sponsors for National Night Out Martinez

Join us for National Night Out Martinez 2026! 
We’re seeking sponsors and exhibitors for our 2026 National Night Out...

Scout Hall

Escape to a tropical paradise at the Sugar City Market Place for a vibrant one-day event featuring over 20 local vendors. Enjoy free entry while you explore island eats, sweet treats, and unique finds in a beautiful beach-themed atmosphere.

Local Event: 5th Annual Dreaming Of The Islands

5th Annual Dreaming Of The Islands

Escape to a tropical paradise at the Sugar City Market Place for a vibrant one-day event featuring over 20 local vendors. Enjoy...

Susana Street Park, 701 Susana St, Martinez, CA, 94553

Join the Martinez Arts Association for the 55th Annual celebration featuring a vibrant selection of fine arts and crafts booths. This community-focused event offers a full day of entertainment with over 65 vendors, live music, local food trucks, and a selection of wine and beer options.

Local Event: Art In The Park

Art In The Park

Join the Martinez Arts Association for the 55th Annual celebration featuring a vibrant selection of fine arts and crafts...

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Devine Records & Vintage

Independent vinyl record and vintage store sells used vinyl records, cassette tapes, CDs, stereo equipment and vintage jewelry.

Free travel services for Disney & Universal destinations

Jasmina Pique, Travel Agent

Hi, my name is Jasmina and I am a local travel agent specializing in Disney &amp; Universal destinations. I provide personalized planning, expert tips, and help with secure the best options available at no extra cost to you. From park tickets and hotels accommodations to dining reservations and personalized itinerary guidance, I make planning your vacation simple and stress-free. *Bonus: When you book your vacation package with me, you may qualify for special client perks or gift card incentives! Let’s start planning your next magical adventure! Follow along for travel tips and inspiration: Instagram: @jaspique_martinmagicaltravels

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Oakley

Hi, my name is Jasmina and I am a local travel agent specializing in Disney & Universal destinations. I provide personalized planning, expert tips,...

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