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SUMMARY:Sutter Creek Parade of Lights
DESCRIPTION:Come join the community for the 18th Annual Sutter Creek Parade of Lights and celebrate the Christmas spirit in historic downtown Sutter Creek. Whether you’re participating in the parade or watching from the sidewalks\, this festive evening promises plenty of holiday cheer. \n\n\n\nRoads close at 5 PM\, and the parade begins at 6 PM. Free shuttle service will be available from the Italian Picnic Grounds from 3:00 to 5:30 PM and again after the parade. \n\n\n\nParade entry forms are due by Sunday\, November 30. Visit the new Parade of Lights website for entry information and event updates. \n\n\n\nThis year introduces Vendor Alley\, featuring arts and crafts booths and food vendors beginning at 1 PM in the Plaza and Auditorium\, continuing until 8 PM after the parade. Additional food vendors will be located at the north end of Main Street. \n\n\n\nFor vendor inquiries\, a limited number of VIP viewing sections\, or additional details\, visit scparadeoflights.org or email info@SCParadeofLights.org.
URL:https://bestofamador.com/event/sutter-creek-parade-of-lights/
LOCATION:Sutter Creek Main Street\, Main Street\, Sutter Creek\, CA\, 95685\, United States
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Parade,Shopping
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SUMMARY:Ione's Polar Express Christmas Parade
DESCRIPTION:All aboard for this year’s Ione Christmas Parade\, themed “Ione’s Polar Express.” Enjoy festive floats\, local groups\, music\, and holiday cheer as the community gathers to celebrate the season. \n\n\n\nParade entries are open now\, and everyone is invited to join the fun. Prizes will be awarded for the top entries in each category. The deadline to register is Thursday\, December 11.  To sign up\, use the QR code on the poster or visit the sign-up form. \n\n\n\nIone’s Polar Express Christmas Parade happens Saturday\, December 13th\, 2025 beginning at 11 am in Downtown Ione.  The Parade is presented by the Ione Business & Community Association.
URL:https://bestofamador.com/event/iones-polar-express-christmas-parade/
LOCATION:Ione Main Street\, Main Street\, Ione\, California\, 95640\, United States
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Parade
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ione Business and Community Association":MAILTO:info@myione.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250601T110000
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SUMMARY:Italian Picnic
DESCRIPTION:The 143rd Annual Italian Picnic & Parade returns to Sutter Creek from Friday\, May 30 through Sunday\, June 1\, 2025\, continuing a long-standing Amador County tradition filled with food\, music\, dancing\, and community spirit. Hosted at the Italian Picnic Grounds\, the weekend includes a full carnival\, vendor booths\, and a celebration of Italian culture and heritage. \nThe festivities begin Friday evening when gates open at 5:00 PM. A wine and beer tasting will be held from 6:00 to 9:00 PM\, featuring local wineries and breweries. Live music and dancing will continue into the night\, with the grounds open until midnight. On Saturday\, the picnic opens at noon. Highlights include the all-ages spaghetti eating contest at 1:00 PM and the traditional Chicken & Ravioli Dinner at 7:00 PM (cocktails begin at 6:00 PM). The dinner is $50 and tickets can be purchased at the link below. Sunday starts with the Grand Parade through downtown Sutter Creek at 10:30 AM\, followed by a tri-tip barbecue at the picnic grounds at noon. BBQ plates are $20. Each day also features salami toss competitions\, bingo\, and a variety of carnival games and rides. \nThe Italian Picnic is held at 581 Highway 49 in Sutter Creek. Hours are Friday from 5:00 PM to midnight\, Saturday from noon to midnight\, and Sunday from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Entry to the picnic grounds is free. Dinner and BBQ tickets can be reserved through the Italian Benevolent Society’s website at www.italianbenevolentsociety.com or by calling 209-267-0206. For questions or reservations\, you can also email italiansocietyamador@gmail.com.
URL:https://bestofamador.com/event/italian-picnic/2025-06-01/
LOCATION:Italian Picnic Grounds\, 581 CA-49\, Sutter Creek\, CA\, 95685\, United States
CATEGORIES:Carnival,Community Feed,Concert,Festival,Parade
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SUMMARY:Italian Picnic
DESCRIPTION:The 143rd Annual Italian Picnic & Parade returns to Sutter Creek from Friday\, May 30 through Sunday\, June 1\, 2025\, continuing a long-standing Amador County tradition filled with food\, music\, dancing\, and community spirit. Hosted at the Italian Picnic Grounds\, the weekend includes a full carnival\, vendor booths\, and a celebration of Italian culture and heritage. \nThe festivities begin Friday evening when gates open at 5:00 PM. A wine and beer tasting will be held from 6:00 to 9:00 PM\, featuring local wineries and breweries. Live music and dancing will continue into the night\, with the grounds open until midnight. On Saturday\, the picnic opens at noon. Highlights include the all-ages spaghetti eating contest at 1:00 PM and the traditional Chicken & Ravioli Dinner at 7:00 PM (cocktails begin at 6:00 PM). The dinner is $50 and tickets can be purchased at the link below. Sunday starts with the Grand Parade through downtown Sutter Creek at 10:30 AM\, followed by a tri-tip barbecue at the picnic grounds at noon. BBQ plates are $20. Each day also features salami toss competitions\, bingo\, and a variety of carnival games and rides. \nThe Italian Picnic is held at 581 Highway 49 in Sutter Creek. Hours are Friday from 5:00 PM to midnight\, Saturday from noon to midnight\, and Sunday from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Entry to the picnic grounds is free. Dinner and BBQ tickets can be reserved through the Italian Benevolent Society’s website at www.italianbenevolentsociety.com or by calling 209-267-0206. For questions or reservations\, you can also email italiansocietyamador@gmail.com.
URL:https://bestofamador.com/event/italian-picnic/2025-05-31/
LOCATION:Italian Picnic Grounds\, 581 CA-49\, Sutter Creek\, CA\, 95685\, United States
CATEGORIES:Carnival,Community Feed,Concert,Festival,Parade
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250530T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250530T235900
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SUMMARY:Italian Picnic
DESCRIPTION:The 143rd Annual Italian Picnic & Parade returns to Sutter Creek from Friday\, May 30 through Sunday\, June 1\, 2025\, continuing a long-standing Amador County tradition filled with food\, music\, dancing\, and community spirit. Hosted at the Italian Picnic Grounds\, the weekend includes a full carnival\, vendor booths\, and a celebration of Italian culture and heritage. \nThe festivities begin Friday evening when gates open at 5:00 PM. A wine and beer tasting will be held from 6:00 to 9:00 PM\, featuring local wineries and breweries. Live music and dancing will continue into the night\, with the grounds open until midnight. On Saturday\, the picnic opens at noon. Highlights include the all-ages spaghetti eating contest at 1:00 PM and the traditional Chicken & Ravioli Dinner at 7:00 PM (cocktails begin at 6:00 PM). The dinner is $50 and tickets can be purchased at the link below. Sunday starts with the Grand Parade through downtown Sutter Creek at 10:30 AM\, followed by a tri-tip barbecue at the picnic grounds at noon. BBQ plates are $20. Each day also features salami toss competitions\, bingo\, and a variety of carnival games and rides. \nThe Italian Picnic is held at 581 Highway 49 in Sutter Creek. Hours are Friday from 5:00 PM to midnight\, Saturday from noon to midnight\, and Sunday from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Entry to the picnic grounds is free. Dinner and BBQ tickets can be reserved through the Italian Benevolent Society’s website at www.italianbenevolentsociety.com or by calling 209-267-0206. For questions or reservations\, you can also email italiansocietyamador@gmail.com.
URL:https://bestofamador.com/event/italian-picnic/2025-05-30/
LOCATION:Italian Picnic Grounds\, 581 CA-49\, Sutter Creek\, CA\, 95685\, United States
CATEGORIES:Carnival,Community Feed,Concert,Festival,Parade
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SUMMARY:Ione Halloween Parade of Lights
DESCRIPTION:Presented by the Ione Business and Community Association\, the Halloween Parade of Lights is set for October 27th from 6 PM to 8 PM on Main Street in Ione! Enter your lighted creation for a chance to win cash prizes—entries can include bicycles\, floats\, horses\, tractors\, cars\, and more. Trick or treat at local businesses while enjoying the parade of lights. \n\n\n\nFor more information or to register\, visit myione.com or email ionebcaevents@gmail.com.
URL:https://bestofamador.com/event/ione-halloween-parade-of-lights/
LOCATION:Ione Main Street\, Main Street\, Ione\, California\, 95640\, United States
CATEGORIES:Halloween,Holiday,Parade
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ione Business and Community Association":MAILTO:info@myione.com
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SUMMARY:Ione Homecoming
DESCRIPTION:Ione welcomes you back for the 147th annual Ione Homecoming. This wonderful event put on by the Ione Picnic Association highlights the best and brightest of Ione.  The 2023 Homecoming celebration will take place on May 12th and 13th.  A schedule of events will be posted when it is released. \nCurrently\, the Ione Picnic Association is looking for non-food vendors.  Booths will be open on May 12th from 4 to 8 pm and on May 13th from 11 am to 6 pm.  There is a $50 booth fee which covers both days.  Booths will be located at the Ione Howard Park. \nFor an application\, please email IonePicnicAssociation@gmail.com.
URL:https://bestofamador.com/event/ione-homecoming-2023/2023-05-13/
LOCATION:Charles Howard Park\, 600 S Church St\, Ione\, CA\, 95640\, United States
CATEGORIES:Carnival,Concert,Festival,Fireworks,Parade,Shopping,Sporting Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230512T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230512T230000
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SUMMARY:Ione Homecoming
DESCRIPTION:Ione welcomes you back for the 147th annual Ione Homecoming. This wonderful event put on by the Ione Picnic Association highlights the best and brightest of Ione.  The 2023 Homecoming celebration will take place on May 12th and 13th.  A schedule of events will be posted when it is released. \nCurrently\, the Ione Picnic Association is looking for non-food vendors.  Booths will be open on May 12th from 4 to 8 pm and on May 13th from 11 am to 6 pm.  There is a $50 booth fee which covers both days.  Booths will be located at the Ione Howard Park. \nFor an application\, please email IonePicnicAssociation@gmail.com.
URL:https://bestofamador.com/event/ione-homecoming-2023/2023-05-12/
LOCATION:Charles Howard Park\, 600 S Church St\, Ione\, CA\, 95640\, United States
CATEGORIES:Carnival,Concert,Festival,Fireworks,Parade,Shopping,Sporting Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221217T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221217T120000
DTSTAMP:20260508T203427
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SUMMARY:Ione Christmas Parade
DESCRIPTION:DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER\, THIS HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED TO DECEMBER 17TH. \n\n\n\nChristmas is alive in Ione on December 10th.  The Ione Christmas Parade is just one of the many festivities that will be going on throughout the day.  The Parade begins on West Marlette Street and will snake down South Sacramento Street on to Main Street.  Parade begins at 11 am. \n\n\n\nBe sure to also check out the Christmas Street Market and Christmas at the Castle\, also going on in Ione on December 10th.
URL:https://bestofamador.com/event/ione-christmas-parade/
LOCATION:Ione\, Ione\, California\, United States
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Parade
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221031T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221031T183000
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SUMMARY:Jackson Lions Club Halloween Parade
DESCRIPTION:One of the best ways to celebrate Halloween in our County is with the Jackson Lions Club Halloween Parade.  This annual event takes place on Halloween\, Monday\, October 31st.  The parade begins at the Jackson Fire House on Main Street.  Costume judging begins at 5:30 pm at the Fire House.  The Costume Contest will have classes from Pre-School through 8th Grade and prizes will be awarded by age group. NEW this year is a prize for the Best Family Theme costumes. The prize for the winning family? One year of ACES residential garbage service (valued at $750)! \n\n\n\nAt 6:00\, the parade begins down Main Street Jackson ending with a free Hot Dog Party at the Jackson Civic Center.  There will be candy bags for all! \n\n\n\nThe Jackson Fire House\, where the parade will start\, is located at 175 Main Street in Jackson\, California.  The Jackson Lions Club has been hosting this event since 1965.  Even if you don’t have a kiddo for the parade\, please be sure to come to watch!  For more information\, please contact the Parade Chairs\, Tim Knittel at 209-712-4512 or tim.knittel@edwardjones.com or Neil Carlson at 209-304-1790 or neil@neilcarlson.com.
URL:https://bestofamador.com/event/jackson-lions-club-halloween-parade/
LOCATION:Jackson Main Street\, Main Street\, Jackson\, CA\, 95642\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family fun,Halloween,Parade
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220702T070000
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SUMMARY:Cannonball Run Car Show
DESCRIPTION:The Volcano Community Association (VCA) presents the 28th Annual Cannonball Run Car Show on July 2nd in Volcano.  Cannonball Run features some of the best classic cars from folks in and around Amador County.  From 6:30 to 9 am\, the show cars will line up along Main Street and Consolation Street.  From 7 to 9 am there will be a community breakfast.  Breakfast tickets are $10 and you can pay at the door.  Starting at 10 am\, the Independence Day Parade will begin followed by a raffle drawing and awards at noon. \nIf you would like to register your car for the show or buy a commemorative T-Shirt\, please visit Cannonball Run’s ticketstripe.com page.  Registration is $25 per car and shirts are $20.  For more information\, please contact Ellie Routt at 209-419-2861 or hydrogirl@sbcglobal.net.
URL:https://bestofamador.com/event/cannonball-run-car-show/
LOCATION:Volcano Main Street\, Main Street\, Volcano\, CA\, 95689\, United States
CATEGORIES:Car Show,Community Feed,Parade
ORGANIZER;CN="Ellie Routt":MAILTO:hydrogirl@sbcglobal.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210704T100000
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SUMMARY:Plymouth 4th of July Parade
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the birth of the United States with residents of Plymouth.  On July 4th at 10:00 am\, the City of Plymouth will host their annual 4th of July Parade down Main Street.  The parade features trucks\, tractors\, and trikes.  There are no entry fees.  If you would like to participate in the parade\, assemble on Sherwood Street before 10:00 am.
URL:https://bestofamador.com/event/plymouth-4th-of-july-parade/
LOCATION:Main Street\, Main Street\, Plymouth\, CA\, 95669\, United States
CATEGORIES:Parade
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