Parades
July 2025
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Jul 31 Thu
The Historical Parade (El Desfile Histórico)
OSD EVENTFREEDANCEMUSIC
Noon
One of the largest equestrian parades in the country, the Fiesta Historical Parade is unique to Santa Barbara and features floats depicting episodes from the history of the state and city. Descendants of local Native Americans, Spanish Pioneers, the Native Sons and Daughters of the Golden West, and local service clubs and organizations all reenact historical scenes.
Along Cabrillo Boulevard from Castillo Street to Calle Puerto Vallarta (Santa Barbara Chromatic Gate)
August 2025
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Aug 02 Sat
El Desfile de los Niños (Children's Parade)
Cabrillo Blvd, Garden Street to Calle Cesar Chavez
10:00 AMThe charming Children's Parade is organized by the City Parks and Recreation Department. Young people of Santa Barbara, their parents, and other parade participants don traditional costumes and celebrate the rich culture of the area.
