The Bok Kai Weekend is one of California’s oldest continuously held cultural events, featuring:

✨ Grand Parade — A lively, colorful procession with musicians, traditional performances, floats, and community groups.
🎶 Live Music & Talent Shows — Local bands and performers bring energy to downtown stages.
🍖 Rib Cook-Off & Car Show — Family-friendly fun, good food, and classic cars on display.
🎆 Bomb Day Celebration — An exhilarating climax with firecracker traditions rooted in historic custom.
🎎 Cultural Demonstrations & Exhibits — Dance, martial arts, and performances highlighting Chinese cultural heritage.

 

Why Marysville’s Dome Home Is the Perfect Place to Stay for Bok Kai Weekend (March 21-22, 2026)

Every spring, the historic town of Marysville, California, comes alive with the 146th Annual Bok Kai Parade & Festival, a beloved community tradition celebrating Chinese heritage, culture, and history. The festivities include a vibrant parade, live music, cook-offs, car shows, cultural demonstrations, and the explosive Bomb Day — all set against the charming backdrop of downtown Marysville.

If you’re planning to be here for the weekend, there’s no better location to relax, recharge, and soak in the festivities than Marysville’s Dome Home — your comfortable and welcoming home-base just minutes from the heart of the action.

Golden afternoons. Cool evenings. Local festivals and live music nearby. Fall is the perfect time to unwind at Marysville’s Dome Home—a unique architectural retreat tucked in the heart of Northern California’s historic Yuba-Sutter region.

1. Open, airy living space with a memorable, photo-worthy layout
2. Fast Wi-Fi & a comfy workspace for “work-cation” ease
3. Fully stocked kitchen + dining area for family meals and holiday baking
4. Curated local guide to coffee, dining, and hidden gems (ask about guest-only discounts!)

Hard Rock Live Sacramento (Wheatland—~15 mins)
Big-name shows are hitting the stage this November—great for a date night or group outing during your stay:

• Bronco — Sun, Nov 9, 8 PM
• The Isley Brothers — Fri, Nov 14, 8 PM
• An Evening with Heart — Fri, Nov 21, 8 PM Live Nation+1

Marysville Raceway (local favorite)
Catch the Rescheduled Paul Hawes Memorial Race on Sat, Nov 8, cheer on sprint cars, and feel that small-town race-night electricity. Plus: Racers’ Swap Meet on Sat, Dec 6. marysvilleraceway.com

Downtown Yuba City Holiday Happenings
Just across the river, Downtown Yuba City kicks off the season with:

• Holiday Preview — Thu, Nov 13 (6–8 PM)
• Downtown Pub Crawl — Fri, Nov 21 (6–10 PM)
  Great add-ons to a cozy weekend at the Dome. yubacitydowntown.com

Marysville Christmas Craft Fair (D Street)
Get festive and support local makers at the Christmas Craft Fair on Sat, Nov 15 (1–6 PM)—perfect for gifts and hot-cocoa vibes. Facebook

If you love live music

• Check in & unwind → Dinner downtown → Hard Rock Live show → Nightcap back at the Dome. Live Nation

If you’re into local flavor & history

• Morning walk at Ellis Lake → Bok Kai Temple visit → Lunch by historic D Street → Silver Dollar Saloon for a late-afternoon stop. BOK KAI TEMPLE

If you crave a little adrenaline

• Coffee run → Marysville Raceway night races → Cozy movie night under the Dome. marysvilleraceway.com