Past Events
Click here to view current EventsApril 2024
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Apr 06 Sat
Spirit of Fiesta Auditions
OSD EVENTYESDANCEMUSIC
Young performers dedicate countless hours preparing for this annual event and for the honor to represent Old Spanish Days as the “Spirit of Fiesta” and the “Junior Spirit of Fiesta.”
Saturday, April 6, 2024
2:00 PM to 4:30 PM
August 2023
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Aug 05 Sat
Courthouse Legacy Foundation Fiesta Party / 6:30-9:30pm/ Saturday
COMMUNITY EVENTYESFOODDANCEMUSIC
View Las Noches de Ronda festivities from the Courthouse's 2nd Floor Loggia and Mural Room. You can also take in the breathtaking, sweeping city views from the Clock Tower. This is an exclusive annual fundraiser for the Courthouse Legacy Foundation. Your finest Fiesta attire is strongly encouraged. No tickets will be sold at the door. Must be 21 to attend.
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Aug 05 Sat
Tours of the San Salvador Tallship
Tour the historical replica of the 1542 Galleon San Salvador, flagship for explorer Juan Rodriquez Cabrillo.
Santa Barbara Harbor
August 5-6, 2023. -
Aug 05 Sat
Fiesta Arts & Crafts Show/ Sat 9am–6pm; Sun 9am–5pm
OSD EVENTFREEFOOD
Stroll along the beautiful beachfront Cabrillo Boulevard just West of Stearns Wharf and browse for handmade treasures created by local artisans. The Arts and Crafts show is an all-day event on both Saturday and Sunday of Fiesta week.
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Aug 04 Fri
Flor y Canto
OSD EVENTFREEDANCEMUSIC
Here is a rare opportunity to see the original Spanish California dances & songs of the 19th century. Interwoven with historic narration, the musical numbers are accompanied on replica acoustic instruments.
Santa Barbara Courthouse Sunken Gardens
Friday, August 4, 2023
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM -
Aug 01 Tue
Official Guide Fiesta 2023
The official guide to Santa Barbara Fiesta 2023
July 2023
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Jul 06 Thu
Santa Barbara Historical Museum - Project Fiesta!
Project Fiesta! A History of Old Spanish Days will be held at the Santa Barbara Historical Museum. Celebrate the pageantry, fashion and traditions of our city’s most cherished cultural festival - Fiesta! Opens July 6, 2023
August 2022
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Aug 06 Sat
Fiesta Arts and Crafts Show
Fiesta Arts and Crafts Show – Cabrillo Boulevard, West Beach
10:00 AM - 6:00 PMStroll along the beautiful beachfront Cabrillo Boulevard just West of Stearns Wharf and browse for handmade treasures created by local artisans.
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Aug 05 Fri
Fiesta Stock Horse Show & Rodeo - Sunday, August 7, 2022
For more information and schedule, go to sbfiestarodeo.org
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. Bareback Riding, Tie down Roping, Steer Stopping, Mutton Bustin’, Saddle Bronc Riding, PRCA Team Roping, Barrel Racing and Bull Riding.
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Aug 05 Fri
Fiesta Stock Horse Show & Rodeo - Friday, August 5, 2022
For more information and schedule, go to sbfiestarodeo.org
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. Bareback Riding, Tie down Roping, Steer Stopping, Mutton Bustin’, Saddle Bronc Riding, PRCA Team Roping, Barrel Racing and Bull Riding.
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Aug 04 Thu
Noches de Ronda
OSD EVENTFREEDANCEMUSIC
Las Noches de Ronda, “Nights of Gaiety,” is held in the famous Sunken Gardens of the beautiful Santa Barbara County Courthouse. The evening performances feature spectacular dances and songs from the fire of flamenco to the charm of Mexican folklórico dances.
Thursday-Saturday, August 4-6, 2022
Sunken Gardens, Santa Barbara County Courthouse
8 PM - 10 PM
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Aug 04 Thu
Casa Cantina
COMMUNITY EVENTYESFOODDANCEMUSIC
Celebrate Fiesta where it all began as Santa Barbara Trust for Historic Preservation presents the Casa Cantina in the courtyard of the historic Casa de la Guerra. Part of the annual Old Spanish Days Fiesta celebration, locals and visitors alike are invited to relax, sip a cold drink, and celebrate at the home of Fiesta!
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Aug 04 Thu
Fiesta Stock Horse Show - Thursday, August 4, 2022
Fiesta Stock Horse Show – Earl Warren Show Grounds
Sunday, August 7, 2022
9:00 AM - 5:00 PMFor more information and to apply, visit www.sbfiestarodeo.org
Sunday August 7, 2022 9:00 AM Dome Arena
• Team Penning
• Team SortingSunday August 7, 2022 8:00 AM Mountain View Arena
• Reining Classes
• Cowboy Ranch Riding (Pattern Class) -
Aug 03 Wed
La Fiesta Pequeña
COMMUNITY EVENTFREEDANCEMUSIC
La Fiesta Pequeña, “Little Fiesta”, is a colorful, historical program which includes traditional songs and dance from Californios Spirit. This event is free to the public.
Wednesday, August 3, 2022
Old Mission Santa Barbara
8 PM - 10 PM -
Aug 03 Wed
El Mercado del Norte/ 11am–10pm / Wednesday-Saturday
OSD EVENTFREEFOODDANCEMUSIC
After a 2-year hiatus, the Mercado del Norte at Mackenzie Park is back for Old Spanish Days! It is open 11 a.m. – 11 p.m. from Wednesday, August 3rd – Saturday, August 6th.
El Mercado del Norte is a free admission, family-friendly event featuring a full carnival with rides and games, the MOST food vendors and merchant vendors to date, live music and dancing and the Crazy Horse Cantina!This family-friendly Mercado has a little bit of everything for everyone!
July 2022
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Jul 31 Sun
La Recepción del Presidente
La Recepción del Presidente – The Carriage and Western Art Museum
Sunday, July 31, 2022
5:00 PM - 9:30 PM
May 2022
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May 21 Sat
La Primavera / 5 –10 PM / Saturday, May 21, 2002
Join La Presidente Maria Cabrera and the Old Spanish Days Board for the unveiling of the Official Old Spanish Days 2022 Poster, Pin and theme. Enjoy dinner and the first dances by the Spirit and Junior Spirit of Fiesta. Dance the night away to "The Roosters" as we welcome Spring and the start of the Fiesta Season in Santa Barbara.Viva La Fiesta 2022!
Tickets and parking are limited - UBER and LYFT encouraged!
August 2021
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Aug 07 Sat
Documentary: El Desfile Histórico – the Historic Parade
Documentary: El Desfile Histórico – the Historic Parade
Channel 1013
7:00 PM - 7:30 PM -
Aug 07 Sat
Fiesta Arts and Crafts Show
Fiesta Arts and Crafts Show – West Beach
10:00 AM - 6:00 PMStroll along the beautiful beachfront Cabrillo Boulevard just West of Stearns Wharf and browse for handmade treasures created by local artisans.
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Aug 07 Sat
Fiesta Stock Horse Show - Saturday
Fiesta Stock Horse Show – Earl Warren Show Grounds
Saturday, August 7
9:00 AM - 5:00 PMFor more information and to apply, visit www.sbfiestarodeo.org
Saturday August 7, 2021 8:00 AM Dome Arena
• Chuck Doss Memorial Old Timers Team Roping
• Old Timers Steer Stopping
• Tri-County steer Stopping
• #8 Team Roping
• #5 Earl Souza Memorial Roping
• Tri-County Tie-Down Roping
• Tri-County Ladies Breakaway RopingSaturday August 7, 2021 1:00 PM Dome Arena
• Junior/Senior Team Roping
• Junior Team Roping (13-17)
• Junior/Senior Team Roping (12 & Under)
• Breakaway Roping (13-17 Girls)
• Breakaway Roping (12 & Under, Boys & Girls) • Tie-Down Roping (13-17 Boys)
• Girls Goat Tying (13-17)
• Girls & Boys Goat Tying (12 & Under)Saturday August 7, 2021 8:00 AM Mountain View Arena
• Ranch Horse Confirmation
• Cowboy Ranch Trail (Pattern Class)
• Cowboy Ranch Riding (Rail Class) -
Aug 06 Fri
Documentary: El Desfile Histórico – the Historic Parade
Documentary: El Desfile Histórico – the Historic Parade
Channel 1013
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM -
Aug 06 Fri
Fiesta Stock Horse Show - Friday
Fiesta Stock Horse Show – Earl Warren Show Grounds
Friday, August 6
9:00 AM - 5:00 PMFor more information and to apply, visit www.sbfiestarodeo.org
Friday August 6, 2021 9:00 AM Dome arena
• Fiesta Ranch Horse Class
• Alisal Ranch Horse Class
• Open Stock Horse Class
• Hackamore Class
• Non-Pro Stock Horse Class
• Buckaroo Class Non-Pro Limited
• Open Ranch Class (2 Person)Friday August 6, 2021 5:00 PM Dome arena
• Barrel Racing (7 & Under Unassisted)
• Barrell Racing (8-12)
• Barrel Racing (13-17)Friday August 6, 2021 2:00 PM Mountain View Arena
• Pole Bending (7 & Under Unassisted)
• Pole Bending (8-12)
• Pole Bending (13-17)
• Single Stake (7 & Under Unassisted)
• Single Stake (8-12)
• Keyhole (13-17)
• Keyhole (8-12)
• Keyhole (7 & Under Unassisted)
• Ribbon Jerking (7 & Under Unassisted/Off Horse)
• Dummy Roping (7 & Under)
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Aug 05 Thu
CANCELLED: Noches de Ronda
Noches de Ronda
Santa Barbara Courthouse
August 5 - August 7, 2021
8:00 PM - 10:00 PM -
Aug 05 Thu
DIGS! (Celebración de los Dignatarios)
DIGS! (Celebración de los Dignatarios) – Santa Barbara Zoo
Thursday, August 5, 2021
Time 5:00pm-10:00pm
Tickets $250 (Proceeds benefit the SB Zoo and Fiesta) -
Aug 05 Thu
La Misa del Presidente/ 10am/ Thursday
OSD EVENTFREE
This Roman Catholic Mass dates back to the first day of Fiesta in 1936 and today is followed by a festive reception in the Mission’s Sacred Garden.
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Aug 04 Wed
CLOSED TO PUBLIC: La Fiesta Pequeña
We are sorry to inform you that this event is now closed to the public.Please avoid ALL grass areas on the Mission property and the Rose Garden!Any blankets and chairs that are set up early will be removed and stacked for pick up.
Stay safe and healthy Santa Barbara!Viva la Fiesta! -
Aug 04 Wed
July 2021
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Jul 10 Sat
Fiesta Costume Sale 2021
Don't miss out on this perfect opportunity to get Fiesta ready! Held at the Carriage and Western Art Museum, 129 Castillo Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 on Saturday, July 10, 2021
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
June 2021
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Jun 15 Tue
Fiesta Ranchera - Goleta
Fiesta Ranchera - Goleta
June, 2021
April 2021
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Apr 17 Sat
2021 Spirit of Fiesta Auditions Live Broadcast
OSD EVENTFREEDANCEMUSIC
Young performers dedicate countless hours preparing for this annual event and for the honor to represent Old Spanish Days as the “Spirit of Fiesta” and the “Junior Spirit of Fiesta.”
August 2020
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Aug 07 Fri
The BOMB & Chris Fossek August 7th
Join us for a fun evening of music and dance as we continue to LIVE STREAM our summer concert series "Fiesta music and dance Fridays". Bringing our community together while staying apart.
Tune in from home (or anywhere you happen to be) starting at 5:30 PM as we live stream on our Facebook page. We will also be streaming on our YouTube Channel and on our website at www.sbfiesta.org.
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Aug 07 Fri
The Reimagined Fiesta Caravan Parade will not go on as planned
The Fiesta Spirit lives in the heart.
As we have done from the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, Old Spanish Days (OSD) continues to make decisions that are in the best interest of public health and safety. To that end, we are not going to proceed with our small but spirited reimagined Fiesta caravan car parade that was scheduled for Friday, August 7.
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Aug 05 Wed
La Fiesta Pequeña on TV August 5
Watch a live broadcast of La Fiesta Pequeña on KEYT Newschannel 3 on Wednesday, August 5, at 8pm. This televised spectacular will feature live performances by the Spirit of Fiesta, the Jr. Spirit of Fiesta, and other live musical acts. The show will also feature historical clips and live commentary while the full of the August moon rises over Santa Barbara!
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Aug 02 Sun
La Recepción del Presidente/ 5-10pm/ Sunday, August 1nd, 2021
OSD EVENTYESFOODDANCEMUSIC
Every year, La Recepción del Presidente kicks off Fiesta week. A wonderful evening in the beautiful outdoor Plaza del Sol at the Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort, this event brings together Fiesta history with the excitement of the Fiesta to come.
July 2020
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Jul 31 Fri
Mezcal Martini July 31st
Join us for a fun evening of music and dance as we continue to LIVE STREAM our summer concert series "Fiesta music and dance Fridays". Bringing our community together while staying apart.
Tune in from home (or anywhere you happen to be) starting at 5:30 PM as we live stream on our Facebook page. We will also be streaming on YouTube and on our website at www.sbfiesta.org.
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Jul 24 Fri
King Bee July 24th
Join us for a fun evening of music and dance as we continue to LIVE STREAM our summer concert series "Fiesta music and dance Fridays". Bringing our community together while staying apart.
Tune in from home (or anywhere you happen to be) starting at 5:30 PM as we live stream on our Facebook page. We will also be streaming on YouTube and on our website at www.sbfiesta.org.
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Jul 23 Thu
Official Online Auction July 24 - August 9
Participate in our first-ever Online Auction: Auction items include 10 limited-edition medal 2020 posters, wine from Windrun Wine, and paintings by local artists, Grace Fisher, Chris Potter and Richard Schloss.
Auction open July 24 - August 9, 2020
Visit www.sbfiesta.org/auction to bid on items that benefit Old Spanish Days.
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Jul 17 Fri
False Puppet July 17th
Join us for a fun evening of music and dance as we continue to LIVE STREAM our summer concert series "Fiesta music and dance Fridays". Bringing our community together while staying apart.
Tune in from home (or anywhere you happen to be) starting at 5:30 PM as we live stream on our Facebook page. We will also be streaming on YouTube and on our website at www.sbfiesta.org.
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Jul 10 Fri
Spencer the Gardener July 10th
Join us for a fun evening of music and dance as we continue to LIVE STREAM our summer concert series "Fiesta music and dance Fridays". Bringing our community together while staying apart.
Tune in from home (or anywhere you happen to be) starting at 5:30 PM as we live stream on our Facebook page. We will also be streaming on YouTube and on our website at www.sbfiesta.org.
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Jul 03 Fri
Area 51 July 3rd
Join us for a fun evening of music and dance as we continue to LIVE STREAM our summer concert series "Fiesta music and dance Fridays". Bringing our community together while staying apart.
Tune in from home (or anywhere you happen to be) starting at 5:30 PM as we live stream on our Facebook page. We will also be streaming on YouTube and on our website at www.sbfiesta.org.
June 2020
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Jun 26 Fri
Tony Ybarra y Los Compadres June 26th
Join us for a magical evening of music and dance as we kick off our LIVE STREAM summer concert series "Fiesta music and dance Fridays". Bringing our community together while staying apart.
Tune in from home (or anywhere you happen to be) starting at 5:30 PM as we live stream on our Facebook page. We will also be streaming on YouTube and on our website at www.sbfiesta.org.
May 2020
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May 16 Sat
La Primavera/ 5-10pm/ Canceled
OSD EVENTYESFOODDANCEMUSIC
Join El Presidente Erik Davis and the Old Spanish Days Board to kick off the upcoming 96th Annual Old Spanish Days Fiesta. Celebrate at the Carriage and Western Art Museum of Santa Barbara with an all-inclusive evening of amazing food, drinks and entertainment.
April 2020
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Apr 18 Sat
Spirit of Fiesta Auditions/ 12pm-4:30pm/ Canceled
OSD EVENTYESDANCEMUSIC
Young performers dedicate countless hours preparing for this annual event and for the honor to represent Old Spanish Days as the “Spirit of Fiesta” and the “Junior Spirit of Fiesta.”
