Oakland Black Joy Parade & Festival (2025)
All Over Downtown Oakland | Broadway & 14th St, Oakland, CA
Free / Learn More
On Sunday, February 23rd, 2025 join thousands of people to celebrate Black joy, fuel Black business, community, art, music, and more.
What’s to expect:
- 200+ Black-owned vendors, including food, drinks, clothing, handmade items, and more.
- 2 stages of Black performances going all day, including a soon-to-be-announced headliner and The Black Joy Choir
- Activities for the whole family at Lil Joy for kids, Games n’ Grooves, and a dance competition
- The Black Joy Parade official merch
- And of course the largest Black Joy Parade procession in the world!
Time:
- The parade begins at 12:30pm PST.
- Following the parade, the festival opens at 12:30 pm and ends at 7pm.
Admissions are free for all so bring your friends and family!
If you can, please donate via Eventbrite or here ahead of time to support the movement. Black Joy Parade is a volunteer-run org and a registered 501c3. All donations the support local artists and the production of the event.
Want to participate in the 8th annual Black Joy Parade as a vendor, sponsor, or parade contingent? Visit www.blackjoyparade.org to learn how.
Weather :
The Black Joy Parade is a rain or shine event.
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
Categories: **Annual Event**, *Top Pick*, Fairs & Festivals, In Person, Outdoors, Theater & Performance, Weekend Events Guide – February 23-25, 2024