Behind the Scenes Team- Volunteer

Name: 4th of July Parade 2026
Start: 2026-07-04T10:00:00-00:00
End: 2026-07-04T12:00:00-00:00
Location: Main Street, Martinez, California 94553, United States

Deadline: Jun 17, 2026 11:59 pm (GMT-07:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)

4th of July Parade 2026

Date: Jul 04, 2026 10:00 am - Jul 04, 2026 12:00 pm (PDT)

Main Street, Martinez, California 94553, United States

About the event

You’re officially invited to join us for the 17th Annual Downtown Martinez 4th of July Parade. Proudly presented by Martinez Refining Company and Downtown Martinez & Co.! Whether you're a local business, school group, performer, club, or community member — this is your chance to be part of one of Martinez's most festive and patriotic traditions! 🎉 Parade Details: 📅 Date: Saturday, July 4, 2026 🕙 Parade Start: 10:00 AM 🕘 Staging Begins: 9:00 AM 📍 Route: Parade route begins at Court St. & Main St. Ends at Alhambra Ave. & Main St. More than 3,000 people gather downtown each year to enjoy the sights and sounds of our colorful, high-energy parade. We’re looking for amazing floats, eye-catching costumes, and high-energy participation to showcase the best of our community and celebrate America’s birthday in style. Let's make this parade unforgettable! Join the celebration and showcase your creativity, spirit, and pride in the Martinez community! 🚲 Kids Decorated Bike Parade – No Application Needed The popular kids bike parade is back! Children can arrive with a decorated bike or decorate one before the event. Meet at Main Street & Court Street to join the group — no sign-up required but be prepared to stay with your child at staging and either walk/ride with them or meet them at the end to pick up. 💥 Important Reminders: ✔️ You’re welcome to hand out candy or promotional items during the parade. 🚫 Do not throw items from vehicles, floats, or the street to the crowd. ✔️ You’ll receive a confirmation and final instructions the week prior to the event. ➡️ Fill out the application below to be part of the fun. Let’s make the 2026 parade the biggest and most memorable one yet!

Downtown Martinez & Co.

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Downtown Martinez & Co.

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About the application

We cannot host these Community Traditions without the help of our many wonderful volunteers, like YOU! Thank you for volunteering for the parade.

Terms & Conditions

In lieu of signing the Volunteer Release Form, the information has been added as required questions below. Please be sure to read before signing.

Related files

VolunteerWaiver.docx

Shifts

Title	Location	Time	Slots available	Hours
Hang No Parking Signs	Downtown Martinez & Co Office	Jul 01, 2026 10:00 am - 12:00 pm	4	2
Decorate Stage	Main Street Plaza	Jul 04, 2026 7:30 am - 8:30 am	2	1
Children Bike Decor	Court Street	Jul 04, 2026 8:00 am - 10:30 am	2	3
Parade Staging	Court Street	Jul 04, 2026 8:30 am - 11:30 am	6	3
Parade Cleanup Crew	Main Street	Jul 04, 2026 11:30 am - 12:30 pm	8	1
Includes removing No Parking Signs

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Additional information

Volunteer Agreement
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Behind the Scenes Team- Volunteer

4th of July Parade 2026

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