Santa Barbara Independent Fiesta Guide, 8/1/18

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S.B. Mission Docent Tours daily

Trained docents will lead a special tour of the Queen of the Missions. 11am and 1:30pm. Old Mission S.B., 2201 Laguna St. Free-$13. Call 682-4713.

Courthouse Fiesta Tours daily

Meet in the Mural Room for a guided tour of this Moorish-Spanish building. Tours happen every 30 minutes. 10am-3pm. S.B. County Courthouse, 1100 Anacapa St. Free. Call 962-6464.

Project Fiesta: A History of Old Spanish Days daily

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2016 La Fiesta Pequeña at the Santa Barbara Mission (also below)

In celebration of the more than 90 years of Old Spanish Days in Santa Barbara, explore this spectacular exhibition to discover the origins and experience the pageantry and traditions of this most cherished cultural festival through displays of beautiful restored costumes, posters, artwork, artifacts, and historical photos. 10am-5pm. S.B. Historical Museum, 136 E. De la Guerra St. Free; donations accepted. Call 966-1601. sbhistorical.org

El Mercado de la Guerra daily

Feast on Spanish and Mexican-American foods, shop for crafts and souvenirs, and enjoy live entertainment, all while strolling through this colorful Mexican market. 11am-11pm. De la Guerra Plaza, first block of E. De la Guerra St. Free.

El Mercado del Norte daily

Enjoy Fiesta foods, souvenirs at the Fiesta Bazaar, rides and attractions at the Fiesta Carnival, and ice-cold drinks and live entertainment at the Crazy Horse Cantina. The purchase of a wristband gets you unlimited rides.

11am-11pm. MacKenzie Park, State St. and Las Positas Rd. Admission: free; wristband: $25.

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Fiesta! at Paseo Nuevo daily

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This cantina inside El Mercado del Norte features a beer garden with live entertainment at night and is host during the day to Fiesta’s battle-of-the-bands competition. 11am-10:30pm. El Mercado del Norte, MacKenzie Park, State St. and Las Positas Rd. Free.

Ages 21+ after 5pm.

Celebrate Old Spanish Days Fiesta with flamenco dance performances and live music in the heart of this outdoor paseo. Noon-7pm. Center Ct., Paseo Nuevo, 651 Paseo Nuevo. Free. paseonuevoshopping.com

Casa Cantina

This annual Mexican-style cantina invites all to relax, sip a cold drink, and celebrate at the home of Fiesta. Noon-midnight. Casa de la Guerra, 15 E. De la Guerra St. Free-$15. Ages 21+. Call 965-0093. sbthp.org

Sip N’ Swirl

This Fiesta-inspired event will include tequila tastings, cheese pairings, live music, and beautiful views from the rooftop. 5:30-7:30pm. Canary Hotel Rooftop, 31 W. Carrillo St. $35. Ages 21+. Email sales@canarysantabarbara.com. tinyurl.com/FiestaSipNSwirl

Experience “Little Fiesta,” with traditional songs and dance from the Californios — flamenco, Spanish classical, and Mexican folklórico — as they have been performed since 1927. There will also be special performances by the 2018 Spirit and Junior Spirit. 8pm. Old Mission S.B., 2201 Laguna St. Free.

Courthouse Fiesta Tours daily

Meet in the Mural Room for a guided tour of this Moorish-Spanish building. Tours happen every 30 minutes. 10am-3pm. S.B. County Courthouse, 1100 Anacapa St. Free. Call 962-6464.

La Misa del Presidente

Community members of all faiths are welcome to enjoy High Mass followed by a festive reception in the mission’s Sacred Garden to celebrate the longstanding relationship between the Old Mission and Old Spanish Days, as well as the entire Fiesta community. 10am. Old Mission S.B., 2201 Laguna St. Free. Call 682-4713.

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Project Fiesta: A History of Old Spanish Days

This annual Mexican-style cantina invites all to relax, sip a cold drink, and celebrate at the home of Fiesta. Noon-midnight. Casa de la Guerra, 15 E. De la Guerra St. Free-$15. Ages 21+. Call 965-0093. sbthp.org

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In celebration of the more than 90 years of Old Spanish Days in Santa Barbara, explore this spectacular exhibition to discover the origins and experience the pageantry and traditions of this most cherished cultural festival through displays of beautiful restored costumes, posters, artwork, artifacts, and historical photos. 10am-5pm. S.B. Historical Museum, 136 E. De la Guerra St. Free; donations accepted. Call 966-1601. sbhistorical.org

S.B. Special Mission Treasures Tour

Learn about some of Old Mission S.B.’s most precious treasures, magnificent architecture, and beautiful and historical artworks in areas not normally open to the public, including the Archive-Library! 2:30pm. Old Mission S.B., 2201 Laguna St. $20. Ages 12+. Call 682-4713.

S.B. Mission Docent Tours daily

Trained docents will lead a special tour of the Queen of the Missions. 11am and 1:30pm. Old Mission S.B., 2201 Laguna St. Free-$13. Call 682-4713.

Fiesta Beer Tasting

Taste Mexican-inspired craft beers just in time for Fiesta! Conveniently located inside the Public Market. 5-7pm. Wine + Beer, 38 W. Victoria St. $10.

Ages 21+. Call 770-7701. tinyurl.com/FiestaBeers

El Mercado de la Guerra daily

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El Mercado del Norte daily

Enjoy Fiesta foods, souvenirs at the Fiesta Bazaar, rides and attractions at the Fiesta Carnival, and ice-cold drinks and live entertainment at the Crazy Horse Cantina. The purchase of a wristband gets you unlimited rides. 11am-11pm. MacKenzie Park, State St. and Las Positas Rd. Admission: free; wristband: $25.

Crazy Horse Cantina

Denise Sanford

As La Presidenta, how did you choose this year’s theme, ¡Celebra Nuestras Tradiciones! (Celebrate Our Traditions!)? What does it mean to you personally, and why is it significant to Fiesta? I put a lot of thought into it. I felt it had to be something meaningful to me so I could talk about it from the heart.

Traditions have been a big part of my life and continue to be. I’ve raised my two sons celebrating traditions. It also needed to be something Santa Barbara could relate to. We’ve been celebrating Fiesta for 94 years now and will continue for decades to come.

What event do you look most forward to every year? If I had to pick one, it would be Fiesta Pequeña. This is the opening night of Fiesta week, when our community comes

out to the Mission and Rose Garden lawns.

The Spirit and Junior Spirit make their debut in their white dresses, something they have dreamt about and worked tirelessly for, and many dancers grace the stage. Fiesta Pequeña reaches everyone of every age.

Given the tragedies that have befallen our community, how will this year’s Fiesta reflect our resilience? Fiesta this year will be a symbol of our community’s strength. We can and will continue to celebrate its heritage. We will bring people together, sharing what we have with each other and, for a short period of time, allowing ourselves to forget our tragedies. We want to show our visitors that we are still here; Santa Barbara is strong, thriving, and rebuilding.

—Tyler Hayden

Fiesta! at Paseo Nuevo daily

Celebrate Old Spanish Days Fiesta with flamenco dance performances and live music in the heart of this outdoor paseo. Noon-6:30pm. Center Ct., Paseo Nuevo, 651 Paseo Nuevo. Free. paseonuevoshopping.com

DIGS! Celebración de los Dignatarios

Enjoy food from the Central Coast’s finest eateries, experience wines and tequilas, and dance to the sounds of DJ Hecktik by sunset. All-in-one pricing includes admission, drinks, and food. 5-10pm.

S.B. Zoo, 500 Niños Dr. $125-$150. Ages 21+. Call 962-5339. sbzoo.org

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This cantina inside El Mercado del Norte features a beer garden with live entertainment and is host during the day to Fiesta’s battle-of-the-bands competition. 11am-10:30pm. El Mercado del Norte, MacKenzie Park, State St. and Las Positas Rd. Free.

Ages 21+ after 5pm.

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Feast on Spanish and Mexican-American foods, shop for crafts and souvenirs, and enjoy live entertainment, all while strolling through this colorful Mexican market. 11am-11pm. De la Guerra Plaza, first block of E. De la Guerra St. Free.

Mercado del Norte

For more information and schedules, call 962-8101 or visit sbfiesta.org.

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2016 La Fiesta Pequeña at the Santa Barbara Mission

The nation’s top riders and brave cowboys risk it all in thrilling eight-second rides and jaw-dropping wrecks against animal athletes that can weigh up to 2,000 pounds. 7:30pm. Earl Warren Showgrounds, 3400 Calle Real. $25-$40. Call 688-5093. sbfiestarodeo.org

Las Noches de Ronda (Nights of Gaiety)

More than 200 performers will create an evening of dance and song, from flamenco to Mexican folklórico. Bring blankets and chairs for lawn seating. 8pm. Sunken Gardens, S.B. County Courthouse, 1100 Anacapa St. Free.

La Nueva Fiesta! Wildcat Dance Party

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DJ Darla Bea will spin Latin hits while La Boheme Dancers perform!

There will be open dancing after 9:15 p.m. 8-10:30pm. Wildcat Lounge, 15 W. Ortega St. Free-$5. Ages 21+. Call 962-7970. tinyurl.com/LaNuevaFiesta

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Courthouse Fiesta Tours daily

Meet in the Mural Room for a guided tour of this Moorish-Spanish building. Tours happen every 30 minutes. 10am-3pm. S.B. County Courthouse, 1100 Anacapa St. Free. Call 962-6464.

Project Fiesta: A History of Old Spanish Days daily

In celebration of the more than 90 years of Old Spanish Days in Santa Barbara, explore this spectacular exhibition to discover the origins and experience the pageantry and traditions of this most cherished cultural festival through displays of beautiful restored costumes, posters, artwork, artifacts, and historical photos. 10am-5pm. S.B. Historical Museum, 136 E. De la Guerra St. Free; donations accepted.

Call 966-1601. sbhistorical.org

S.B. Mission Docent Tours daily

Trained docents will lead a special tour of the Queen of the Missions.

11am and 1:30pm. Old Mission S.B., 2201 Laguna St. Free-$13. Call 682-4713.

Our Lady of Guadalupe Mercado

Enjoy a wide array of authentic Mexican cuisine and entertainment.

11am-9pm. Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish, 227 N. Nopal St. (corner of Nopal and Montecito sts.). Free.

El Mercado de la Guerra daily

Feast on Spanish and Mexican-American foods, shop for crafts and souvenirs, and enjoy live entertainment, all while strolling through this colorful Mexican market. 11am-11pm. De la Guerra Plaza, first block of E. De la Guerra St. Free.

Luke Branquinho during Old Spanish Days Rodeo (Aug. 5, 2012)

El Mercado del Norte daily

Enjoy Fiesta foods, souvenirs at the Fiesta Bazaar, rides and attractions at the Fiesta Carnival, and ice-cold drinks and live entertainment at the Crazy Horse Cantina. The purchase of a wristband gets you unlimited rides. 11am-11pm. MacKenzie Park, State St. and Las Positas Rd. Admission: free; wristband: $30.

Crazy Horse Cantina

This cantina inside El Mercado del Norte features a beer garden with live entertainment and is host during the day to Fiesta’s battle-of-thebands competition. 11am-10:30pm. El Mercado del Norte, MacKenzie Park, State St. and Las Positas Rd. Free. Ages 21+ after 5pm.

Casa Cantina

This annual Mexican-style cantina invites all to relax, sip a cold drink, and celebrate at the home of Fiesta. Noon-midnight. Casa de la Guerra, 15 E. De la Guerra St. Free-$15. Ages 21+. Call 965-0093. sbthp.org

El Desfile Histórico (The Historical Parade)

This year marks the 94th anniversary of the Fiesta Historical Parade, one of the largest equestrian parades in the U.S., featuring more than 600 horses as well as floats, dancers, and antique carriages, coaches, and wagons. The parade starts at the west end of Cabrillo Boulevard, proceeds east along the beach to State Street, and then goes up State Street to Sola Street. Noon. Free; reserved seating: $18-$45. For more info, see p. 13.

Fiesta! at Paseo Nuevo daily

Celebrate Old Spanish Days Fiesta with flamenco dance performances and live music in the heart of this outdoor paseo. 2-7pm. Center Ct., Paseo Nuevo, 651 Paseo Nuevo. Free. paseonuevoshopping.com

Courthouse Legacy Foundation’s Annual Fiesta Party

Celebrate Fiesta from the second floor of the Courthouse, overlooking the Sunken Gardens and Las Noches de Ronda festivities. The Loggia and Mural Room are the perfect places to view this annual Fiesta celebration while enjoying cocktails, food, and Tony Ybarra on acoustic

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For more information and schedules, call 962-8101 or visit sbfiesta.org.

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Flor y Canto (Flower and Song)

Interwoven with historical narration, Spanish California dances and songs of the 19th century will be performed by area residents in authentic costumes.

Bring a picnic dinner and blankets for lawn seating.

7pm. Sunken Gardens, S.B. County Courthouse, 1100 Anacapa St. Free. Call 962-6464.

Spanish Nights!

PRCA Performance: Competencia de los Vaqueros

The Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) rodeo riders will compete in Bareback Riding, TieDown Roping, Steer Stopping, Mutton Bustin’, Saddle Bronc Riding, PRCA Team Roping, Barrel Racing, and Bull Riding. 7:30pm. Earl Warren Showgrounds, 3400 Calle Real. $15-$25. Call 688-5093. sbfiestarodeo.org

Las Noches de Ronda (Nights of Gaiety)

More than 200 performers will create an evening of dance and song, from flamenco to Mexican folklórico. Bring blankets and chairs for lawn seating.

8pm. Sunken Gardens, S.B. County Courthouse, 1100 Anacapa St. Free.

S.B. American Legion Celebrity Pancake Breakfast

Come hungry for pancakes or cereal and raise funds for American Legion Post 49 and Veterans’ Memorial Bldg. at the same time. 7am-noon. Veterans’ Memorial Bldg., 112 W. Cabrillo Blvd. $10. Call 636-7961.

88th Annual Desfile de los Niños (Children’s Parade)

Young people of Santa Barbara, their parents, and other parade participants will don traditional costumes and celebrate the rich culture of the area. Ice cream is provided for participants. The parade will go down State Street from Victoria Street to Ortega Street. 10am. Free. Call 564-5418.

Courthouse Fiesta Tours daily

Meet in the Mural Room for a guided tour of this Moorish-Spanish building. Tours happen every 30 minutes. 10am-3pm. S.B. County Courthouse, 1100 Anacapa St. Free. Call 962-6464.

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Fiesta Arts & Crafts Show

Browse for handmade treasures created by artisans as you stroll along the beautiful beachfront. 10am6pm. Cabrillo Blvd., west of Stearns Wharf. Free.

Project Fiesta: A History of Old Spanish Days daily

In celebration of the more than 90 years of Old Spanish Days in Santa Barbara, explore this spectacular exhibition to discover the origins and experience the pageantry and traditions of this most cherished cultural festival through displays of beautiful restored costumes, posters, artwork, artifacts, and historical photos. 10am-5pm. S.B. Historical Museum, 136 E. De la Guerra St. Free; donations accepted.

Call 966-1601. sbhistorical.org

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Equestrian Parade, 2011

Spirits Move You Junior Spirit of Fiesta Georgey Taupin (left) and Spirit of Fiesta Jesalyn Contreras-McCollum

Jesalyn Contreras-McCollum What does it mean to you to be chosen the 2018 Spirit of Fiesta? Having the privilege to represent our city is something that has been a dream of mine since I was a little girl, and for it to be a reality today is astonishing and means the absolute world to me. Fiesta has been a part of my life since the day I was born, and I wouldn’t be the dancer I am today if our community didn’t come together and celebrate it year after year.

How did you select the song “Sobre la arena” for your audition’s winning flamenco dance? Sobre la arena means “on the sand” in Spanish, which reminds me of growing up on the coast and spending time with my family at the beach. The first time I heard it, I was 11 years old and immediately fell in love. I always dreamed of dancing to it in a bata de cola, which is a long dress you kick around. This year for the Spirit tryouts, I wanted to do something that would be challenging but also expressed my feelings straight from my heart.

What advice do you have for younger dancers who may one day want to become a Spirit of Fiesta? Always be yourself, do what

For more information and schedules, call 962-8101 or visit sbfiesta.org.

makes you happy, and don’t let what other people think keep you from doing that. Do everything with good intent. One day, all your hard work will be rewarded. Just never give up.

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Georgey Taupin

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Start the evening by enjoying flamenco dance performances, and then end the night dancing to tunes provided by DJ Darla Bea. Dancers: 6-7pm; dance party: 7-10pm. Ty Lounge, Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore S.B., 1260 Channel Dr. Free. Ages 21+. Call 969-2261. tinyurl.com/SpanishNightsTyLounge

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guitar. You can also get breathtaking and sweeping city views from the Clock Tower. All proceeds benefit the S.B. Courthouse Legacy Foundation. 6:309:30pm. S.B. County Courthouse, 1100 Anacapa St. $125. Ages 21+. Call 770-7222. sbclf.org

How’d your friends and family react to you being selected this year’s Junior Spirit of Fiesta? They’re very excited and supportive of me. I don’t believe I would be here now without my mom signing me up for flamenco and my family and friends encouraging me to audition for Junior Spirit again this year. I’m so thankful. It’s a dream come true.

You and Jesalyn make quite the team. I am so happy I get to participate in Fiesta with Jesalyn. She is such an amazing girl.

What do you think about onstage? When I’m onstage, I only think about the dance, the music, and the audience. I’m nervous at first, but then it turns out to be very fun and exciting for me as I perform.

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Celebrate Traditions Old Spanish Days Fiesta 2018

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he Board of Directors of Old Spanish Days would like to thank our amazing sponsors, volunteers, and our collaborative non-profit partners. Fiesta could not happen without their generous support! Special gratitude to the entire Santa Barbara community for once again coming out to celebrate this time-honored tradition.

Special thanks to the City and County of Santa Barbara and Old Mission Santa Barbara for their generous support of Old Spanish Days Fiesta since 1924.

Also, a thank you to our Collaborative partners: Goleta Valley Historical Society, the Santa Barbara Zoo, and to Santa Barbara Historical Museum for Project Fiesta!

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To the many non-profit vendors who contributed to the two Mercados and to the many restaurants, wineries, breweries, and distilleries that donated to the many events this Fiesta season.

Old Spanish Days would like to give special recognition to the Flower Girls, Las Señoritas, Bienvenidos, Parade Announcers, Parade Marshals, and all the parade volunteers.

Our appreciation goes out to the 2018 Spirit of Fiesta Jesalyn Contreras-McCullom and 2018 Jr. Spirit Georgey Taupin, as well as the entire dance community.

Our heartfelt gratitude goes to Saint Barbara (Anne Petersen) and the two Native Daughters of the Golden West Parlors—Reina del Mar No. 126 and Tierra de Oro No. 304.

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S.B. Mission Docent Tours daily

Trained docents will lead a special tour of the Queen of the Missions. 10:30am and 2pm. Old Mission S.B., 2201 Laguna St. Free-$13. Call 682-4713.

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This cantina inside El Mercado del Norte features a beer garden with live entertainment and is host during the day to Fiesta’s battle-of-the-bands competition. 11am-10:30pm. El Mercado del Norte, MacKenzie Park, State St. and Las Positas Rd. Free.

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El Mercado de la Guerra daily

Feast on Spanish and Mexican-American foods, shop for crafts and souvenirs, and enjoy live entertainment, all while strolling through this colorful Mexican market. 11am-11pm. De la Guerra Plaza, first block of E. De la Guerra St. Free.

El Mercado del Norte daily

Enjoy Fiesta foods, souvenirs at the Fiesta Bazaar, rides and attractions at the Fiesta Carnival, and ice-cold drinks and live entertainment at the Crazy Horse Cantina. The purchase of a wristband gets you unlimited rides. 11am-11pm. MacKenzie Park, State St. and Las Positas Rd. Admission: free; wristband: $30.

Our Lady of Guadalupe Mercado

Enjoy a wide array of authentic Mexican cuisine and entertainment. 11am-9pm. Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish, 227 N. Nopal St. (corner of Nopal and Montecito sts.). Free.

Fiesta! at Paseo Nuevo daily

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Celebrate Old Spanish Days Fiesta with flamenco dance performances and live music in the heart of this outdoor paseo. Noon-7pm. Center Ct., Paseo Nuevo, 651 Paseo Nuevo. Free. paseonuevoshopping.com

Casa Cantina

This annual Mexican-style cantina invites all to relax, purchase a cold drink, and celebrate at the home of Fiesta. The 4-Day Viva Pass is available at nightout.com. Noon-midnight. Casa de la Guerra, 15 E. De la Guerra St. Free-$15. Ages 21+.

Call 965-0093. sbthp.org/casacantina

Margaritas y Más Festival

Enjoy unlimited samples of margaritas or tequila/ mezcal from Mexico’s top purveyors, savor food from area food trucks (for additional cost), groove to live music, and play jumbo lawn games! 1pm.

Elings Park, 1298 Las Positas Rd. Designated driver: $10; GA: $50. Ages 21+. margaritasymasfestival.com

Tardes de Ronda (Afternoon of Gaiety)

This afternoon of dances and songs from various Mexican regions features performers ages 16 and younger. 1-5pm. Sunken Gardens, S.B. County Courthouse, 1100 Anacapa St. Free.

23rd Annual S.B. Mariachi Festival

This festival, featuring Alicia Villareal, Lupillo Rivera, Mariachi Nuevo Tecalitlan, Mariachi Mariposas, and Mariachi Angeles, will show you the heart and soul of mariachi. 5:30pm. S.B. Bowl, 1122 N. Milpas St. $55-$115. Call 962-7411. sbbowl.com

Telling the Truth About California Missions

Take a sober look at the other side of our state’s history. The Barbareño Chumash Council, S.B. Unitarian Society, and Tribal Eye Productions will screen this half-hour nonfiction film that corrects widely held historical myths about Junípero Serra, California’s missions and their treatment of Native Americans, and the lies, myths, and falsehoods that glorified these institutions while denigrating the people for whom they were supposedly built.

7pm. Unitarian Society of S.B., 1535 Santa Barbara St. Free. Call 637-1207 or email shalawa2@ gmail.com.

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¡Viva la Fiesta!

42) Charro Group Los Charros de Rancho Las Palmas 43) Group of Western Riders Black Cowboys of the Golden West 44) Carriages/Wagons Montecito Bank & Trust 45) Carriages/Wagons KEYT 46) Group of Spanish Riders Los Padres Trail Riders 47) Carriages/Wagons U.S. Forest Service 48) Carriages/Wagons Montecito Bank & Trust 49) Posse Escondido Mounted Posse 50) Floats Tierra de Oro Parlor #304 of the Native Daughters of the Golden West 51) Band Santa Paula High School Cardinals 52) Charro Los Tequileros de Jalisco 53) Group of Spanish Riders Charros Unidos de la Costa Central 54) Walking Group Montecito Fire Department/First Responders 55) Group of Spanish Riders East Bay Californios 56) Carriages/Wagons Community West Bank 57) Carriages/Wagons Banc of California 58) Posse King’s County Sheriff’s Posse 59) Carriages/Wagons Bartlett Pringle Wolf 60) Carriages/Wagons Wells Fargo 61) Posse Merced County Sheriff’s Posse 62) Floats S.B. Mariachi Festival 63) Band Hueneme High School Viking Marching Band and Auxiliary 64) Charro Group Charros de Santa Ynez 65) Posse Ventura County Sheriff’s Posse 66) Carriages/Wagons S.B. Historical Museum 67) Carriages/Wagons S.B. Elks Lodge 68) Group of Spanish Riders Los Caporales 69) Carriages/Wagons S.B. Shrine Club 70) Carriages/Wagons S.B. PAL (Police Activity League) 71) Mounted Color Guard Spanish Mounted Soldiers 72) Group of Western Riders Los Californios 73) Carriages/Wagons Garcia Dance Studio 74) Charro Group Rancho Jimenez J 75) Group of Western Riders Los Padres Outfitters 76) Carriages/Wagons Friends of Fiesta 77) Carriages/Wagons Friends of Fiesta 78) Carriages/Wagons De La Guerra y Pacheco Chapter 1.5 79) Floats The Castro Family Party 80) Carriages/Wagons S.B. Firefighters Association

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Historical Parade Lineup 37) Group of Western Riders Rodeo Honorary Vaquero 38) Group of Western Riders S.B. Fiesta Stock Horse Show & Rodeo 39) Floats S.B. High Alumni Association 40) Band S.B. High School Marching Dons 41) Charro Group Rancho Los Dos Amigos

4•1•1 This year marks the 94th anniversary of the Fiesta Historical Parade (El Desfile Histórico), one of the largest equestrian parades in the U.S., featuring more than 600 horses as well as floats, dancers, and antique carriages, coaches, and wagons. The parade takes place Friday, August 3, at noon and starts at the west end of Cabrillo Boulevard, proceeds east along the beach to State Street, and then goes up State Street to Sola Street. Free; reserved seating: $18-$45.

The S.B. Police Department will suspend enforcement of 75- and 90-minute curb parking on August 3, 9 a.m.6 p.m., in the areas above the freeway bounded by Valerio Street on the north, Bath Street on the west, and Laguna Street on the east, and below the freeway by Cabrillo Boulevard on the south, Castillo Street on the west, and Garden Street on the east. (This does not apply to city parking lots.)

For more information and schedules, call 962-8101 or visit sbfiesta.org.

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1) Walking Group Santa Barbara Police Department SWAT 2) Walking Group Fiesta Flower Girls 3) Walking Group The Therapy Mini Horses 4) Walking Group Spirit of Fiesta 5) Band Mariachi Mexicanismo 6) Floats Saint Barbara Float (exhibition entry) 7) Posse Long Beach Mounted Police 8) Group of Western Riders La Presidenta 9) Carriages/Wagons Union Bank 10) Carriages/Wagons Grand Marshal 11) Carriages/Wagons S.B. Mayor Cathy Murillo & Junior Spirit 12) Mounted Color Guard S.B. County Sheriff’s Mounted Unit 13) Carriages/Wagons La Presidente’s Family 14) Carriages/Wagons El Presidio Historic President and Husband 15) Walking Group Blank 16) Floats California Mission Foundation 17) Walking Group El Presidio de Santa Bárbara State Historic Park 18) Carriages/Wagons U.S. Spanish Ambassador 19) Floats Old Mission Santa Barbara 20) Walking Group S.B. County Firefighters 21) Band Oxnard High School Marching Band 22) Charro Group Southern California Charros 23) Charro Group Grupo Charro Los Compadres 24) Group of Spanish Riders Horsemen of the Americas 25) Carriages/Wagons S.B. City Council 26) Carriages/Wagons Cox Communications 27) Group of Spanish Riders De la Guerra Wedding Party 28) Carriages/Wagons Past Presidentes 29) Carriages/Wagons U.S. Ventura Naval Base CEO 30) Walking Group Cee Bee’s 31) Charro Group Rancho Arroyo 32) Charro Group Familia Charra 33) Posse Santa Monica Mounted Posse 34) Carriages/Wagons Elected Officials 35) Carriages/Wagons Impulse Advanced Communications 36) Group of Western Riders Lonesome Cowboys & Cowgirls

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Order is subject to change.

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in Goleta & Montecito The 92nd anniversary of the Fiesta Historical Parade

PRCA Performance: Competencia de los Vaqueros

The Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association rodeo riders will compete in Bareback Riding, Tie-Down Roping, Steer Stopping, Mutton Bustin’, Saddle Bronc Riding, PRCA Team Roping, Barrel Racing, and Bull Riding. 7:30pm. Earl Warren Showgrounds, 3400 Calle Real. $15-$25. Call 688-5093. sbfiestarodeo.org

Las Noches de Ronda (Nights of Gaiety)

More than 200 performers will create an evening of dance and song, from flamenco to Mexican folklórico. Bring blankets and chairs for lawn seating. 8pm.

Sunken Gardens, S.B. County Courthouse, 1100 Anacapa St. Free.

Sunday 8/5

S.B. American Legion Celebrity Pancake Breakfast

Come hungry for pancakes or cereal and raise funds for American Legion Post 49 and Veterans Memorial Building at the same time. 7am-noon. Veterans’ Memorial Bldg., 112 W. Cabrillo Blvd. $10. Call 636-7961.

Courthouse Fiesta Tours daily

Meet in the Mural Room for a guided tour of this Moorish-Spanish building. Tours happen every 60 minutes. 10am-3pm. S.B. County Courthouse, 1100 Anacapa St. Free. Call 962-6464.

Fiesta Car Show 2018

This car show will have more than 250 car entries of all types, food for sale, vendors, live music, and a raffle. 10am-4pm. Boys & Girls Club of S.B., 632 E. Canon Perdido St. Free. Call 962-2382 or email harmony@boysgirls.org. boysgirls.org

Fiesta Arts & Crafts Show

Browse for handmade treasures created by artisans as you stroll along the beautiful beachfront. 10am5pm. Cabrillo Blvd., west of Stearns Wharf. Free.

Our Lady of Guadalupe Mercado

Enjoy a wide array of authentic Mexican cuisine and entertainment. 11am-9pm. Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish, 227 N. Nopal St. (corner of Nopal and Montecito sts.). Free.

Project Fiesta: A History of Old Spanish Days daily

In celebration of the more than 90 years of Old Spanish Days in Santa Barbara, explore this spectacular exhibition to discover the origins and experience the pageantry and traditions of this most cherished cultural festival through displays of beautiful restored costumes, posters, artwork, artifacts, and historical photos. Noon-5pm. S.B. Historical Museum, 136 E. De la Guerra St. Free; donations accepted. Call 966-1601. sbhistorical.org

For more information and schedules, call 962-8101 or visit sbfiesta.org.

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Join Us Before Noches de Ronda at the Court House Gardens and Concerts at the Bowl

Happy Hour 3-6 Quench your thirst after the Fiesta Parades

Lunch 11-4 • Dinner 4-10

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Fiesta! at Paseo Nuevo daily

Celebrate Old Spanish Days Fiesta with flamenco dance performances and live music in the heart of this outdoor paseo. 12:30-3:30pm. Center Ct., Paseo Nuevo, 651 Paseo Nuevo. Free. paseonuevoshopping.com

S.B. Mission Docent Tours daily

Trained docents will lead a special tour of the Queen of the Missions. 1:30pm. Old Mission S.B., 2201 Laguna St. Free-$13. Call 682-4713.

Riders will compete in Bareback Riding, Tie-Down Roping, Steer Stopping, Team Penning, Mutton Bustin’, and Saddle Bronco Riding, plus PRCA Team Roping, Barrel-Racing, and Bull Riding. 2pm. Earl Warren Showgrounds, 3400 Calle Real. $10-$15.

Call 688-5093. sbfiestarodeo.org

Under the direction of conductor Dr. Michael Shasberger, the concert will feature music with a Spanish flair. Bring snacks and lawn chairs or blankets for lawn seating. 3:30pm. Sunken Gardens, S.B. County Courthouse, 1100 Anacapa St. Free.

Fiesta Finale Gala

Wear cocktail attire or your Fiesta outfit one last time to honor Santa Barbara traditions with fabulous cuisine, professional dance performances, dancing to live music, a costume contest, artwork that comes to life with the recreation of the poster from the 1947 movie Fiesta Brava, and legendary pianist Gil Rosas. Proceeds go toward the Profant Foundation for the Arts scholarships.

5:30-9pm. El Paseo Restaurant, 10 El Paseo. $225.

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Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association Performance: Final Event

West Coast Symphony Orchestra 48th Annual Fiesta Concert

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Through the Century Anne Petersen

What did you do to prepare for your role as Saint Barbara? The most important preparation for me has been my many conversations with the members of Reina del Mar Parlor No. 126, Native Daughters of the Golden West, who have portrayed Saint Barbara before me. Their words of wisdom about the great responsibility and long tradition have motivated and inspired me to do the best I can to represent our city’s patron saint. I’m proud to honor these women with my service this year.

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As a historian, what have you learned about Saint Barbara that intrigued you? Delfina de la Guerra was the first woman to represent Saint Barbara, in the 1891 Flower Festival. She wore the ceremonial robe and crown, and rode a float in the parade. The Santa Barbara Trust for Historic Preservation, where I serve as executive director, operates the De la Guerra family home, Casa de la Guerra, as a historic house museum. Delfina lived there until 1943, a few years before her death.

In my curatorial work, she has intrigued me because of the amazing transformations in the city and in her own family that she witnessed during her long life. She was very active in Old Spanish Days from its inception in 1924, and Casa de la Guerra is still at the heart of Fiesta celebrations. The opportunity to represent Saint Barbara demonstrates the continuity of that connection between the special historic places in our downtown and this community tradition.

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For more information and schedules, call 962-8101 or visit sbfiesta.org.

Live Spanish music and Flamenco dance performances in Center Court

Wednesday, August 1 to Sunday, August 5

Live Spanish music and Flamenco dance performances in Center Court

THURSDAY, August 2 Noon to 1:00pm Linda Vega Dance Studio 1:00 to 2:00pm Zermeño Dance Academy 2:00 to 4:30pm Teka & New Bossa 4:45 to 5:45pm FLAMENCO! Santa Barbara* 5:45 to 6:30pm Cruz Dance & Entertainment

Text ‘Fiesta’ to 41487 to link to the full schedule on the go.

FRIDAY, August 3 2:00 to 3:15pm Zermeño Dance Academy 3:25 to 4:20pm Contra Tiempo Flamenco 4:30 to 5:45pm Linda Vega Dance Studio 6:00 to 7:00pm FLAMENCO! Santa Barbara* SATURDAY, August 4 Noon to 2:30pm Los Amigos 2:45 to 3:30pm Garcia Dance Studio 3:45 to 4:45pm Zermeño Dance Academy 4:45 to 5:45pm Linda Vega Dance Studio 6:00 to 7:00pm FLAMENCO! Santa Barbara*

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WEDNESDAY, August 1 Noon to 1:00pm FLAMENCO! Santa Barbara* 1:10 to 2:55pm Zermeño Dance Academy 2:00 to 4:30pm Martinez Brothers 4:45 to 6:00pm Linda Vega Dance Studio 6:15 to 7:00pm Contra Tiempo Flamenco

SUNDAY, August 5 12:30-3:00pm Gilberto Gonzales *accompanied by live music Bold = live music performance

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