EVENTS
San Diego St. Patrick's Day Parade
San Diego, California - St. Patrick's Day
The Annual San Diego St. Patrick’s Day Parade (largest Parade west of the Mississippi) will step off on Fifth Avenue at Laurel Street as thousands of marchers and spectators gather to celebrate the Patron Saint of Ireland. We have over 120 Parade entries. See Floats, High School Marching Bands, Police and Fire Department Units, Dancing Groups,Marching and Equestrian Units, Clowns, Dignitaries and Honorees, Representatives from Ireland, Antique Cars, Irish Setters and more.
San Diego St Patrick's Day Parade
La Mesa Flag Day Parade
La Mesa, California - June
Celebrating over 115 years of business, the City of LaMesa will host the Flag Day parade. The parade marches through downtown La Mesa Village. Spectators will enjoy over 70 entries, including marching bands, floats and More! Spectators are encouraged to dress in patriotic attire and cheer on the participants in this annual parade.
Oceanside Independence Day Parade
(Color Guard)
Oceanside, California - Saturday before Independence Day
WATCH: THE VIDEO TO THE LEFT FROM THE 2022 PARADE! See the full video here. Join us as the parade marches up Coast Highway from Wisconsin Street to Pier View Way.
Coronado Independence Day Parade
(Color Guard)
Coronado, California - Independence Day, July 4
Wake up & get your spot along Orange Ave for the parade. You can’t set up before 5am – however, you should get there by 4:30am and wait across the street from ‘your spot’ if you want front row seating on the curb or grassy median! Tip, you can also take the ferry over from downtown San Diego to Coronado. The traffic is going to be heavy, so plan on walking or biking. This year's theme "America's Celebration"
Santa Barbara Old Spanish Days Parade
Santa Barbara, California - August
It is with my great pleasure to extend to you, residents and visitors of Santa Barbara, a gracious “Bienvenidos a Todos!” This marks the 100+ fiesta our community will celebrate our seaside town’s multicultural history and traditions. Santa Barbara’s geographical environment played a central role in the establishment of the isolated Presidio de Santa Barbara. From the times of Santa Barbara’s earliest inhabitants, the Chumash, to the Spanish explorers and on through the Mexican-American Rancho Periods, the significance of the sea has shaped and influenced our American Riviera."
Santa Barbara Old Spanish Days Fiesta
Brawley Cattle Call Parade
Brawley, California - October
The Chamber of Commerce for Greater Brawley will host the Cattle Call events celebrating the Imperial Valley as home to the Brawley Cattle Call Rodeo. All events are community and family-friendly events, packed with great music, delicious food, and fun activities. Over 30,000 people participate in the week full of tradition. Celebrations kick off with competition at the Chili Cook-off and spill over to the traditional Monday Night Mixer. Wednesday hosts Mariachi Night fun and continues through the Cattle Call Parade Saturday. After the parade, entertainment begins at the Brawley Cattle Call Rodeo, hosted by the Brawley Cattle Call Rodeo Committee. (separate advertising)
Brawley Cattle Call Rodeo and Parade
Mother Goose Parade
El Cajon, California - Sunday before Thanksgiving
The Mother Goose Parade is the largest parade in San Diego County and the largest of its type west of the Mississippi. Each year, the parade attracts thousands of spectators to the streets of El Cajon, California to view the parade for free on the Sunday before Thanksgiving.
Thousands of volunteers from every walk of life, age and ethnic group work and prepare all year to bring this tradition alive. Well over 100 colorful and exciting parade entries come from a variety of cities throughout the United States to share in the excitement that is the Mother Goose Parade. Each year we are proud to present a line-up of spectacular motorized floats, glorious marching bands and drill units, eloquent equestrians, animated clowns, special characters, notable guests, performing artists, celebrities, giant helium balloons, unique vehicles, and of course, Santa Claus!
Mother Goose Parade
Fallbrook Christmas Parade
Fallbrook, California - First Saturday of December
The Annual parade is held annually the first Saturday of December each year, kicking off at 5 pm sharp. There are never less than 100 entries, each brightly lit as they travel down Main Avenue, from Ammunition to Ivy Street. Entries must have a Christmas theme and come from many different organizations, individuals, schools, businesses and sporting groups, to name a few. The Christmas Parade marks a special day in early December when Fallbrook residents and visitors alike come to enjoy this gift to the community from the Fallbrook Chamber of Commerce.