Confetti eggs at Old Spanish Days Fiesta: A tradition that will never crackÂ
Dozens of local families are expected to sell the eggs along State Street during…
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Old Spanish Days street vendors expected to increase significantly in the downtown and waterfront venues
Many of the permitted vendors in Santa Barbara will see competition for an array of street sellers with FIesta novelties this week. In the past most…
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Los Ninos have a day of service with their Fiesta community outreach
Fiesta outreach includes a visit to many retirement homes and to see first responders for the Fiesta de los Ninos. The Fiesta Children. They also…
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Fiesta preparations: Road closures, parking enforcement, public safety updates
As Old Spanish Days Fiesta approaches, the City of Santa Barbara announces information on road closures, parking enforcement, and public safety…
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Old Spanish Days shifts to a beachfront Mercado to go with the downtown Mercado
El Presidente David Bolton is leading the 99th Old Spanish Days that includes a new Mercado de la Playa at the La Playa stadium parking…
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Shuttle schedule released for Friday Fiesta Parade
As the Santa Barbara Fiesta Historical Parade approaches, both Santa Barbara Trolley and Rockstar Trolley offer free shuttle services for the event.…
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Santa Barbara eateries prep for Old Spanish Days Festivities with delectable cuisine
We’ll be speaking to a variety of restaurants on how they’re prepping for Fiesta, and will be giving you the sneak peek on unique and authentic…
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20 artists celebrating Old Spanish Days Fiesta in new horse exhibit
Local artist Colette Cosentino is commemorating Old Spanish Days Fiesta by gathering several other artists for a major exhibition this…
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Summertime events, pedestrians and increased traffic combine to create a risky blend
The Santa Barbara police department will have a extra officers on duty when big crowds arrive for Old Spanish Days. There were be many activities…
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Surfrider Foundation volunteers and GT’s Synergy Kombucha team up on a pre-Fiesta beach clean up
A beach cleanup by Surfrider spruced up the Santa Barbara waterfront prior to Old Spanish Days. It was a collaboration with GK’s…
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First male Spirit of Fiesta ready for Old Spanish Days
SANTA BARBARA, Calif.-Behind the doors of the Maria Bermudez Flamenco Performing Arts Studio Jack Hardwood practices for this year’s Fiesta Pequena.…
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Project Fiesta! goes back in time with Old Spanish Days
With a look back at more than nine decades of memories, Project Fiesta! is the latest exhibit at the Santa Barbara Historical…
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Old Spanish Days collaborates with local businesses to create a strong Fiesta economy
Old Spanish Days leaders say they are hoping Fiesta will boost the economy. They encourage the public to support retail and restaurants in and…
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Fiesta Flower Girls pose for pictures at Old Mission Santa Barbara
SANTA BARBARA, Calif.-Fiesta Flower girls posed for photos on Saturday by the steps of the Old Mission Santa Barbara. They will be taking part in all…
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Fiesta decor in many locations is already adding color and excitement to the 99th Old Spanish Days in Santa Barbara
Many businesses are already putting up their Fiesta decor around Santa Barbara which is expected to be part of an economic boost for the area. Old…
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San Salvador replica ship sails into Santa Barbara for Old Spanish Days
The San Salvador replica ship will be in the Santa Barbara harbor during Old Spanish Days August 2-6. The original San Salvador was commanded by…
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The Saddles of Fiesta exhibit opens in Santa Barbara in time for Old Spanish Days
The Saddles of Fiesta exhibit opens at the Carriage and Western Art Museum of Santa Barbara. It will feature saddles dating back to the…
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Fiesta El Presidente shares story of Old Spanish Days history
Bolton talked to News Channel 3-12 about the first 99 years of Fiesta in Santa…
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City extends deadline for Children’s Fiesta Parade entries in Santa Barbara
The City of Santa Barbara is extending the application deadline for this year’s Children’s Fiesta…
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Annual Fiesta Costume Sale dances back to Carriage and Western Art Museum
SANTA BARBARA, Calif.— The annual Fiesta Costume Sale danced back to the Carriage and Western Art Museum this morning. Shoppers showed us some of…
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