SIGN UP DEADLINE: Wednesday, June 24th
PARADE DATE: Saturday, June 27th
PARADE START TIME: 10AM (you will need to arrive at least 1 hour before to find parking and to find our truck and trailer. We will send details to those who are signed up the day before the event.
PARADE ROUTE LENGTH: 1 Mile, option to walk or ride in the bed of the truck.
PARADE START LOCATION: Staging area on Leanard St. via Ditmar St.
PARADE END LOCATION: Oceanside Civic Center
Ivey Ranch Park Association is proud to participate in the 2026 Oceanside Independence Parade — a beloved community tradition dating back to 1892! This year’s parade is extra special as Oceanside joins the nation in celebrating America’s 250th anniversary.
Come out and show your support as we march through downtown Oceanside on Saturday, June 27, 2026. Line the streets, wave the flag, and celebrate alongside our Ivey Ranch community!
The parade will also be broadcast live on COX Channel 18 and streamed at KOCT.org.
DRESS CODE: White shirt and jeans. Cowboy boots and hats encouraged! We will provide blue bandanas to wear.
NO PETS: To maintain the safety and comfort for our mini horses, we are not allowing pets to march with us in the parade.
For questions about participating in this parade, please reach out to missy@iveyranch.com.