The 64th Annual Swallows Day Parade and Mercado Street Fair will be held on Saturday, March 23rd, 2024. The Fiesta de las Golondrinas celebrates the return of the swallows to the San Juan Capistrano Mission on St. Joseph’s Day, which is March 19th. The Parade and Mercado Street Faire offer a full day of family fun, celebrating the Old West and the swallows' return from their winter home in Argentina. Arrive early, as street closures are in effect by 10 A.M.

The parade begins promptly at 11 A.M.

Join us as we celebrate St. Joseph’s Day and the Return of the Swallows on Tuesday, March 19, 2024! Tickets are on sale now for this world-renowned tradition
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This FREE member event includes performances from Mission Basilica School, Duende Flamenco, Mariachi Tapatio and Journeys to the Past featuring award-winning educator and culture storyteller Jacque Tahuka Nunez and more! ⁠
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