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April 15 at the Lobero Theatre, the organizers of Santa Barbara’s first Fiesta in 1924. Tickets will go on sale Wednesday at the Lobero box office (lobero.org and 805-9630761).
Since 1924, the city of Santa Barbara has played its role in the Fiesta, and Mayor Randy Rowse announced at Monday’s news conference that the city would continue its partnership with Old Spanish Days.
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“Old Spanish Days brings our city our most time-honored and treasured tradition — Fiesta,” Mayor Rowse said. “The dancers, food, music and crowds make this celebration the largest community party of the year. Let’s Fiesta!”
Old Spanish Days officials also recognized Santa Barbara County and the city of Goleta for their support of Fiesta.
El Primer Vice Presidente Brian Schwabecher noted that the Fiesta requires thousands of volunteer hours and welcomes new volunteers. “Fiesta is a community effort.”
All of the Fiesta events are open to the public.
“This is made possible thanks to our sponsors and collaborative partners who are committed to the 99-year tradition that has been recognized as Santa Barbara’s No. 1 annual event, ” said El Segundo Vice Presidente Fritz Olenberger. email: dmason@newspress.com
