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Old Spanish Days Fiesta Schedule of Events
Old Spanish Days Fiesta Schedule of Events
Saturday, July 13
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Annual Costume Sale – 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Carriage and Western Art Museum, 129 Castillo St. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to get fiesta costumes!
Sunday, July 28
La Recepcion del Presidente – 5-9 p.m. – A wonderful evening outdoors at the Fess Parker Hilton. Guests are greeted by La Presidenta Barbara Carroll and her family as well as the Spirit and Junior Spirit, Saint Barbara and vice presidentes. There will be a Mexican buffet, live performances and entertainment.
Wednesday, July 31
Santa Barbara Mission and Courthouse Fiesta Docent Tours – log onto www.oldspanishdays-fiesta.org for times. Every day during Fiesta.
La Fiesta Pequeña – 8 p.m. “Little Fiesta” is a colorful, historical program that includes traditional songs and dance from Californios, Flamenco, Spanish classical and Mexican folklorico, an appearance by Saint Barbara, and a special performance from the 2016 Spirit of Fiesta.
Thursday, Aug. 1
La Misa del Presidente – 10 a.m. – Old Mission Santa Barbara
Professional Bull Riders (PBR) – 7:30 p.m. at Earl Warren Showgrounds Arena. For tickets log onto www.sbfiestarodeo.org.
Celebracion de los Dignatarios – 5-10 p.m. at the Santa Barbara Zoo
Friday, Aug. 2
Fiesta Stock Horse Show and Rodeo – 8 a.m. and noon
El Desfile Historico (Historical Parade) Noon – Descendants of local Native Americans, Spanish pioneers, the Native Sons and Daughters of the Golden West, and local service clubs and other organizations all re-enact historical scenes. Starts at west end of Cabrillo, east along the beach to State Street and then up to Sola Street.
Flor y Canto – 7 p.m. – Santa Barbara Courthouse – Here is a rare opportunity to see the original Spanish California dances and songs of the 19th century.
PRCA Rodeo – 7:30 p.m. – Bareback Riding, Tie-down Roping, Steer Stopping, Mutton Bustin’, Saddle Bronc Riding, PRCA Team Roping, Barrel Racing and Bull Riding. For tickets log onto www.sbfiestarodeo.org.
Las Noches de Ronda – 8 p.m. in the Sunken Gardens of the Santa Barbara County Courthouse. The evening performances feature spectacular dances and songs, from the fire of flamenco to the charm of Mexican folklórico dances.
Saturday, Aug. 3
Fiesta Stock Horse Show and Rodeo (Competencia De Los Vaqueros) 7 a.m. – Tri-counties riders compete in amateur Steer Stopping, Team and Tie-down Roping and Open Ranch Horse Class.
El Desfile De Los Niños (Children’s Parade) 10 a.m. – The 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. The parade proceeds down State Street, from Victoria Street to Ortega Street. To participate, call the Parks and Recreation Department at 805-564-5418 for an
application.
Fiesta Arts and Crafts Show – 10 a.m.- 7 p.m. Stroll along the beautiful beachfront Cabrillo Boulevard just West of Stearns Wharf and browse for handmade treasures created by local artisans.
Tardes de Ronda – 1-5 p.m. – Held in the historical Sunken Gardens on Saturday afternoon, the “Afternoon of Gaiety” features the talents of performers under the age of 16. The Santa Barbara Courthouse Sunken Gardens are at 1100 Anacapa St.
PRCA Rodeo – 7:30 p.m. Professional Rodeo Cowboy Association events, including Bareback Riding, Tie-down Roping, Steer Stopping, Mutton Bustin’, Saddle Bronc Riding, PRCA Team Roping, Barrel Racing and Bull Riding. For tickets log onto www.sbfiestarodeo. org.
Las Noches de Ronda – 8 p.m. in the Sunken Gardens of the Santa Barbara County Courthouse. The evening performances feature spectacular dances and songs, from the fire of flamenco to the charm of Mexican folklórico dances.
Sunday, Aug. 4
Fiesta Stock Horse Show and Rodeo (Competencia De Los Vaqueros) 8 a.m. – Tri-counties riders compete in amateur Steer Stopping, Team and Tie-down Roping and Open Ranch Horse Class. For tickets log onto www.sbfiestarodeo.org.
Fiesta Arts and Crafts Show – 10 a.m.-7 p.m.
Rodeo (Final Event) – 2 p.m. at Earl Warren Showgrounds
West Coast Symphony – 3:30 p.m. – free concert
Daily Events
El Mercado de la Guerra – 11 a.m.-11 p.m. – Stroll through a colorful Mexican market to feast on Spanish and Mexican-American foods, shop for crafts and souvenirs, and enjoy live entertainment all day and into the early evening. Mercado de la Guerra is located in De La Guerra Plaza, on the first block of East De la Guerra Street.
El Mercado del Norte – 11 a.m.-11 p.m. – 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. Mercado Del Norte is located in Mackenzie Park at the corner of State Street and Las Positas Road in the San Roque area. Wristbands for the carnival are $25 on Wednesday and Thursday and $30 on Friday and Saturday.
Crazy Horse Cantina – 11 a.m.-10:30 p.m. – The Crazy Horse Cantina, inside Mercado Del Norte, features a beer garden with live entertainment and is a favorite gathering spot for locals during Fiesta. It is host during the day to Fiesta’s battle of the bands competition where aspiring new talent come to play. At night and all day Saturday the Cantina turns into a beer garden with entertainment from the top area bands.
