Old Spanish Days in Santa Barbara is an annual festival that honors and preserves Santa Barbara’s history, spirit, culture, heritage and traditions. This year's event will celebrate its 90th year and takes place July 30 to August 3rd.
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The annual event provides an education to residents and visitors about the history, customs, and traditions of the American Indian, Spanish, Mexican, and early American settlers that comprise the rich cultural heritage of Santa Barbara.
For the full Calendar of Events click HERE
Old Spanish Days Fiesta is not only a unique forum for the cultural expression of our diversity, but it also provides a vehicle for the non-profit and community service groups to raise funds for local charities and social service organizations. The event annually draws thousands of visitors from around the world who contribute to the local economy.
To see the Schedule of Entertainment click HERE
For the full Calendar of Events click HERE
Old Spanish Days Fiesta is not only a unique forum for the cultural expression of our diversity, but it also provides a vehicle for the non-profit and community service groups to raise funds for local charities and social service organizations. The event annually draws thousands of visitors from around the world who contribute to the local economy.
To see the Schedule of Entertainment click HERE
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE FESTIVAL
- El Mercado De la Guerra, (Open July 30- Aug 2 11am to 11pm) Stroll through the colorful and always fun Fiesta market to feast on Spanish and Mexican-American foods, shop for crafts and souvenirs, and enjoy live entertainment all day and into the evening. Mercado de la Guerra is located in De La Guerra Plaza, on the first block of East De La Guerra Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101.
- El Meracado Norte, (Open July 30- Aug 2 11am to 11pm) Come for the fun and the food, stay for the music and dancing. Check out our four distinct "neighborhoods" for all of the family: the food court where you can watch daily entertainment and enjoy Fiesta foods; the Fiesta Bazaar for souvenirs; Fiesta Carnival with rides and attractions for the kids; and the Crazy Horse Cantina for icy cold beer margaritas and live entertainment in the evening to get you out on the dance floor. Mercado Del Norte is located in Mackenzie Park at the corner of State Street and Las Positas Street in the San Roque area. This event is free.
- Experience El Desfile Histórico,(Friday, Aug 1 at noon) one of the largest equestrian parades in the United States as it proceeds down the west end of Cabrillo Boulevard, proceeds east along the beach to State Street, then up State Street to Sola Street.
- Experience the 84th annual Children's Parade, Desfile de los Niños (Saturday, Aug 2 at 10am) as it proceeds down State Street, from Victoria to Ortega Streets. The theme this year is "Honor Your History"
- Visit the Arts and Crafts show (Aug 2 & 3 from 10am to 7pm) along the beautiful Santa Barbara coastline.
For more information visit www.oldspanishdays-fiesta.org or visit them on FACEBOOK
