The Historical Parade (El Desfile Histórico)
While viewing El Desfile Historico Parade is free to the public, Old Spanish Days provides a section of covered reserved seating along the beach side of Cabrillo Boulevard between Anacapa and Garden Streets.
General Reserved Seating tickets include a seat with a shaded view and can be purchased for $40 each.
In addition to the General Reserved Seating ticket, you can purchase the 2025 Swag Bag for $60 each. Includes the 2025 Fiesta poster and pin, festive cookie, bottle of water and other items that “Capture the Spirit” of Fiesta.
Seats are unassigned and can be claimed by ticket holders at the Check-In Tent between 10:00 AM and 11:45 AM on the morning of Parade day, Friday August 1st. It is highly recommended to come early. Parade starts at 12:00 NOON.
Tickets will be sold in advance only. No tickets will be sold the day of the event.
PARKING IS LIMITED! Ride share is encouraged!
Handicap accessible seating is available. We respectfully ask that only service dogs be allowed.
