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King of the County BBQ & Music Festival (Martinez)

Friday, June 19, 2026 - 11:00 am to 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free parking & admission all day, each day
Martinez Waterfront Park | Joe DiMaggio Dr. and N. Court St., Martinez, CA
East Bay

Event Details

Martinez Chamber of Commerce

Make plans to join us Father’s Day Weekend for the King of the County BBQ & Music Festival present by the Martinez Chamber of Commerce. Three days of great food, live music, family fun, and community celebration! The festival kicks off Friday, June 19 from 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM, continues Saturday, June 20 from 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM, and wraps up Sunday, June 21 from 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM.

With free admission and free parking, there’s no better place to spend Father’s Day Weekend. Enjoy mouthwatering BBQ from some of the best pitmasters around, local craft beer and wine, three days of live entertainment, kids rides and activities, arts and crafts vendors, specialty food booths, and so much more. With more than 60 hand-selected vendors and attractions throughout the park, there’s truly something for everyone to enjoy.

Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the event organizer as events can be canceled, details can change after they are added to our calendar, and errors do occur.


Cost: FREE*
*Free parking & admission all day, each day
Categories: **Annual Event**, *Top Pick*, Community, Eating & Drinking, Father's Day, In Person, Kids & Families, Outdoors
Address: Joe DiMaggio Dr. and N. Court St., Martinez, CA

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