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Descanso Day Parade and Fair June 6 continues a 137-year-old historic tradition

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May 29, 2026 (Descanso) — Descanso’s first community fair was held in 1899 under a tent near the creek. The tradition has grown through the years to include a parade and community fair, which this year will be held on June 6. The festivities take place at the historic Descanso Town Hall, 24536 Viejas Grade Road in Descanso, a small rural town east of Alpine.festrural

The parade rolls out from 9 a.m. with the fair starting at 10 a.m.  Be sure to arrive early before street closures.  The parade includes floats, decorated vehicles, horses, walkers, tractors, classic cars, musical groups and more. The day of family fun also includes live music by 2Lil2Late Reloaded, a kids game zone, food and beer, local vendors, a silent auction and a raffle.

So dust off your boots to enjoy the parade, fair, dancing and fun galore.

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