Events

Every year, the PSJB, Inc. hosts a series of public events leading up to the culmination of the Parade on the second Sunday of June.

Our events and programs are designed to celebrate and advance Art, Culture, and Education in the Puerto Rican community, both in Puerto Rico and in the states. Mark your calendars, you do not want to miss any of the celebrations! Come back regularly for an update on other events scheduled during the two weeks leading up to the parade.

Coronation Pageant “Little Miss Reina”

The Parada San Juan Bautista Coronation Pageant will return this year (2025) after a brief hiatus. This is an engaging and confidence-building event designed to celebrate the charm, creativity, and personality of young girls ages 3-5 of Puerto Rican descent. This pageant provides an opportunity for contestants to shine on stage, showcase their unique talents...

Business & Professional Reception

Subaru of America 1 Subaru Drive, Camden, NJ

This event as an opportunity to meet our organization’s members and hear first-hand how the funding from our corporate sponsors have influenced our evolution and how they have participated over the years with the Parada San Juan Bautista, Inc. Additionally, you will hear testimonies from our past scholarship recipients on how your financial support and...

Commemorative Mass

Cathedral of Immaculate Conception 642 Market Street, Camden, NJ

We host the Commemorative Mass in honor of the patron saint of Puerto Rico, Saint John the Baptist. The parish was the primary motivator in encouraging and guiding the community in forming the Parada San Juan Bautista, Inc. The mass is focused on maintaining the spiritual strength which binds the community together

Flag Raising Ceremony

Camden City Hall 520 Market Street, Camden, NJ

The Puerto Rican Constitution was ratified on March 3, 1952, approved by the U.S. Congress on July 3, 1952 and became effective July 25, 1952. To commemorate this date, the Parada San Juan Bautista, Inc. hosts a Flag Raising Ceremony every year in Camden, New Jersey. The Flag Raising Ceremony is an event of pride...

Distinguished Citizens Luncheon

Cathedral of Immaculate Conception 642 Market Street, Camden, NJ

The Distinguished Citizens’ Luncheon celebrates and honors the triumph and outstanding contributions of two individuals to the Camden community. It offers the senior citizen community an opportunity to enjoy Puerto Rican food, music, dance and theatrical performances. For many years, this event has been an extraordinary experience for our elders to enjoy a day of...

68th Annual Gala

Double Tree Hotel 2349 Route 70, Cherry Hill, NJ

Celebrating our 68th parade year honoring members of our community who have given back so much. Scholarship recipients will be awarded!  Get tickets.

68th Annual Parade

Parade 7th & Elm Street to Riverside Drive, Camden, NJ

The Parada San Juan Bautista Inc., in partnership with Camden County Office of Hispanic Affairs & Constituent Services, present a grand slam parade that truly demonstrates Puerto Rican culture. The parade is a vibrant cultural parade that celebrates the feast day of Saint John the Baptist. Held annually in various regions, especially in Puerto Rico,...

Post Parade Festival

Wiggins Waterfront Park Riverside Drive & MLK Boulevard, Camden, NJ

The Parada San Juan Bautista Inc, in partnership with La Mega 105.7 FM, present a grand slam parade concert featuring the hottest and most sensational artists and performers of the region. This modest jam session has flourished into one of the major open-air Latin concerts in the region. _ e concert is more than music...