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Sunday, August 30, 2026
Market Street, Downtown San Jose
The Silicon Valley Pride Parade steps off at 10:30 AM on Sunday down Market Street in downtown San Jose, from around Julian Street to the festival entrance at Plaza de César Chávez. Free to watch.
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Sat, Aug 29
6 PM - 11 PM
Plaza de César Chávez, San Jose
Saturday's Silicon Valley Pride Night Festival at Plaza de César Chávez — the after-dark kickoff to San Jose Pride weekend.
Sun, Aug 30
12 PM - 6 PM
Plaza de César Chávez, San Jose
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