Swallows Day Parade The Swallows' Day Parade is a RAIN or SHINE event. History | More Photos | Route Map | Parking & Shuttle Mercado | Maps and Memos | Parade Awards Parade Application   The 2008 Swallows Day Parade will be held on March 29th. The Fiesta de la Golondrinas celebrates the legend of the return of the swallows to the San Juan Capistrano Mission on St. Joseph's, March 19th. This event is the reason behind all the festivities. The Parade takes place in down-town San Juan Capistrano. This is the nation's largest non-motorized parade. It is totally organized and presented by the San Juan Capistrano Fiesta Association. Arrive early; most street closures are by 10.00 a.m. The parade begins promptly at 11 am. Traditionally, it is a fun, family event that celebrates the return of the swallows. Call (949) 493-1976 for more information. More Photos 50th Annual Fiesta de las Golondrinas Parade Sponsors     Photo Credits: Richard Clinton & PhotoCatering.com To view or purchase prints by Richard Clinton, click here To view or purchase prints by PhotoCatering.com, click here © Copyright 1998-2007 San Juan Capistrano Fiesta Association.   All Rights Reserved World Wide. Site Designed by Purpose Media and maintained by Group III Computing