Italian Picnic Parade
June 7 @ 10:30 am – 12:00 pm
The Italian Picnic Parade returns to downtown Sutter Creek on Sunday, June 7, 2026, as part of the 144th Annual Italian Picnic weekend. This beloved Amador County tradition brings the community together for a colorful hometown parade featuring floats, local organizations, youth groups, horses, fire equipment, music, and plenty of Italian heritage and small-town spirit.
The Grand Parade begins at 10:30 AM on Main Street in Sutter Creek. After the parade, the celebration continues at the Italian Picnic Grounds in Sutter Hill with Sunday barbecue, amusement rides, games, vendors, food, live music, dancing, and a bocce tournament.
The Italian Picnic Parade takes place Sunday, June 7, 2026, at 10:30 AM in downtown Sutter Creek, CA. The weekend celebration runs June 5 through 7 at the Italian Picnic Grounds, 581 Highway 49 in Sutter Creek.
Parade entries are welcome, and there is no entry fee. Applications must be postmarked by Wednesday, May 22, 2026. For more information, call 209-267-0206 or visit https://italianbenevolentsociety.com.
