Saturday, March 19, 2011 (9:30AM - 4:00PM)

Don’t miss this world renowned celebration every March, marking the return of our famous swallows to Capistrano and the coming of spring- a time of renewal and rebirth. Read the story of San Juan Capistrano's mission swallows and watch the Mission Tone News swallows video.

Click to watch the mission bell ringing on Saint Joseph's Day

This annual celebration includes:

• Ringing of the historic bells
• Live music
• Community presentations
• Special Guest Lecture On Cliff Swallows
• Mission Parish School performances
• History of St. Joseph's Day and Swallows Legend

Click here to download the event schedule

SWALLOWS CELEBRATION

Saturday, March 26, 2011 (11:00AM - 4:00PM)

Parade at 11:00AM but get there early as it does get crowded!