Fiesta celebration is closing in on its 100th year
SANTA BARBARA, Calif.— The grassy lawn outside of the Old Mission in Santa Barbara was an explosion of color, as thousands of families set up…
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Fiesta Pequeña kicks off Old Spanish Days celebration.
SANTA BARBARA, Calif.— It was a night filled with dance, music, and community. Thousands of people gathered outside of the Old Mission in Santa…
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Mercado de la Guerra opens with food and entertainment downtown Santa Barbara for Old Spanish Days
The Mercado de la Guerra will be open Wednesday through Saturday in Santa Barbara for Old Spanish Days. A second mercado will be open Thursday…
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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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Soul Bites hosts dance lessons and photography exhibit
SANTA BARBARA, Calif.-A photography show coincides with dance lessons at Soul Bites Restaurant on the 400 block of State Street in Santa Barbara.…
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Ventura County Fair preps underway
VENTURA, Calif-Preparations are underway for the 2023 Ventura County Fair. Volunteers said they got a late start due to the successful X Games. They…
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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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McNish Classic Yacht Race sets sail off the coast of Oxnard
OXNARD, Calif.-The McNish Classic Yacht Race celebrated its 46th competition this weekend. The race’s namesake Dick McNish owns the…
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Dallas Cowboys Fan Night entertains crowd at The Collection in Oxnard
OXNARD, Calif.-The Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders performed during Oxnard’s Fan Night at The Collection. One fan in the crowd came out to see her…
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The final weekend of the Mid-State Fair in Paso Robles is here
Today starts the Final weekend of the Mid-State Fair in Paso…
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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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Inaugural Hope Gala to support local victims of crime
Rachael Watkins has dedicated the last two decades of her career to helping victims of crime find a path…
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Woodies at the Beach cruises back to Santa Barbara
One of the coolest car shows in one of the coolest settings will be held this Saturday, July 29th on the lawn at Santa Barbara City College’s West…
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Last chance to snag a seat in the spotlight with Cal Poly Arts season subscription
Come one, come all! Cal Poly Arts offers the 2023-2024 early access season subscription.…
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