Mark your calendars, clear your Saturday, and gather the family—it’s time for one of our most beloved community traditions! The 130th Annual Cherry Festival & Parade is rolling through North San Juan on Saturday, June 21st, 2025 from 10AM to 4PM, and trust me—you don’t want to miss it.
Whether you’re a parade junkie, live music lover, or just in it for the bounce house and dunk tank (no judgment here), this is the kind of all-day, all-ages, small-town celebration that reminds you why we love where we live.
What’s Happening?
Parade kicks off at 10AM sharp—so be sure to grab your coffee, fold out your lawn chairs, and get your spot along the route early. You’ll see everything from handcrafted floats and local organizations to costumed kiddos and creative surprises.
Live music, food, and festivities roll all the way until 4PM at the NSJ Community Center (29190 CA-49, North San Juan). Expect toe-tapping tunes, tasty bites, and that old-school community energy that just feels good.
Live Music
Bring your dancing shoes (or at least your head-nodding rhythm) because the lineup this year is nothing short of joyful:
HEIFER Bells
Awkward Pockets
PLANET JAM
…and yes, there’s a community drum circle—so if you’ve got a drum, bring it!
Extra Fun Activities
Wellness Fair for the self-care crowd
Bounce house & dunk tank for the kiddos (and bold-hearted grownups)
Vendors, food, and activities that’ll keep you snacking and strolling all day long
Want to Join the Parade?
Show up with your entry by 9AM at the NSJ Fire Station and you’re in! Floats and entries will be approved on the spot, so there’s still time to get creative and be part of the action.
Small-town traditions like this one don’t just happen—they’re made by neighbors like you who show up, bring the energy, and keep the joy going year after year. So grab the kids, call your carpool buddy, and I’ll see you under the cherry trees.
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