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Due to concerns about the coronavirus, the City of San Juan Capistrano has postponed the Swallows Day Parade and Mercado originally scheduled for March 21. We will share more information as it becomes available. For more information: http://www.swallowsparade.com
Make your trip to the 62nd annual Swallows Day Parade and Mercado as easy as possible. By taking Metrolink to this popular event in San Juan Capistrano you'll skip freeway traffic, parking hassles and arrive in time to grab a great spot on the parade route. Metrolink drops you off within a short walk to all the festivities. Join us for the parade on Saturday March 21st!
Take the OC Line to San Juan Capistrano Station. Parade and Mercado are within easy walking distance from the station. Both the IEOC Line and Orange County Line provide service to the Swallows Day Parade and Mercado. The parade runs from 11 am to 1 pm while the Mercado Street Fair is open 9 am to 5 pm.
Heading to the parade? You can buy tickets on the Metrolink mobile app or at Metrolink ticket vending machines along the OC Line or IEOC Line.