How much are the Bleacher seats?

$25 for VIP BLEACHER Seating -- the best views at the Festival!

Are there Food Trucks?

Yes a variety of Food from BBQ, Asian, Mexican, Southern, Luvs Brownies, Kona Ice and more!

Are there 10x10 Booths for Vendors and Nonprofits?

Yes We have a community village--last year 60 vendors. This year we added Sports Entertainment Zone opportunities for Sports industry tabling.

What is the Meet the Grand Marshals Breakfast of Champions?

Before the Parade at 8am is your chance to bring the family and take photos with your favorite Grand Marshal. Funds raised support our Veterans. Tickets at the door are $15

Can I sponsor at this event?

Yes many opportunities to sponsor, Volunteer, participate or donate to our nonprofit 501c3. We have been thriving since 1945

Saturday, October 4

56th SC Parade of Champions Festival and Sports Entertainment Zone

By Ana Vargas-Smith

Celebrate our champions, culture, and community heroes--a full day of music, sports, food, and fun at the SC Parade of Champions Festival!

Date and time

Location

Franklin Square

1100-1300 Franklin Street Santa Clara, CA 95050

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Highlights

9 hours
ALL AGES
In person
Free venue parking
Doors at 6:00 AM

About this event

Community • Heritage

📣 Santa Clara — it’s GAME ON! The 56th Parade of Champions is the official kickoff event for the BIGGEST year in sports in our city’s history--a tradition dating back to 1945 when we welcomed home our WWII Heroes! 🏈⚽🏆

Join us as we celebrate our Champions, Community, and Frontline Heroes with floats, performance groups, marching bands, DJ music, food trucks, multicultural pride, and the all-new Sports Fan Entertainment Zone! The route starts on Market ends on Washington. ALL the BEST Action and seating will be located at the Festival center at Franklin Square.

🗓️ October 4, 2025 | 🎊 Free & Family-FriendlyLet’s come together for the ultimate hometown celebration!#SCParadeOfChampions #SantaClaraProud #KickoffToGreatness #BayAreaEvents #CommunityStrong

The longest running, most inclusive, multicultural legacy event in the history of Santa Clara. At its peak the 2nd largest parade in the history of the state. Someting for everyone!

Organized by

Ana Vargas-Smith

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