For Santa Barbara’s party-hardy gringos, Fiesta means four things: tequila, beer, tacos, and Spencer the Gardener, the band that’s entertained the Old Spanish Day masses for the past 16 years with their trademark blend of quirky, original pop and rehashed Spanish-language favorites. The band are so into the tradition they even put out an album in 2006 called Fiesta, which is basically Fiesta in a bottle, containing such crowd favorites as “Rancho Grande,” “Guantanamera,” and “Juana la Cubana.” Get the party started this Wednesday, July 30, at 9 p.m., when Spencer the Gardener takes the stage at Casa de la Guerra, kicking off the first day of the Fiesta celebration.

Login

Please note this login is to submit events or press releases. Use this page here to login for your Independent subscription

Not a member? Sign up here.