2026 Old Spanish Days Fiesta
**Events may have been canceled or postponed. Please contact the venue to confirm the event.
Date & Time
Thu, Jul 30 4:30 PM
Sat, Aug 01 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Wed, Aug 05 All day
Thu, Aug 06 All day
Fri, Aug 07 All day
Sat, Aug 08 All day
Sun, Aug 09 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Address (map)
Santa Barbara
Venue (website)
Santa Barbara
Viva La Fiesta!
A Celebration of Fun, Food & Santa Barbara History For the Whole Family
Come celebrate our 103rd annual Old Spanish Days Fiesta with incredible music, dancing, great food, and family-friendly events. Experience the magic of performances at the Old Santa Barbara Mission, the majestic Santa Barbara County Courthouse, and don’t forget the world-famous Fiesta Historical Parade. There’s something for everyone to celebrate during the Old Spanish Days Fiesta!
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Thursday, July 30, 2026
Fiesta in Montecito
Coast Village Road1187 Coast Village Road, MontecitoCome celebrate the inaugural Fiesta in Montecito celebration on July 30 from 4:30-6:30 pm on Coast Village Road.
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Saturday, August 1, 2026
La Recepción del Presidente
Santa Barbara Club1105 Chapala Street, Santa Barbara, CALa Recepción del Presidente will kick off Fiesta week at the Santa Barbara Club, where the idea of forming Old Spanish Days Fiesta into an organization was first developed 102 years ago. The evening includes an elegant dinner, lively entertainment, and concludes with dancing under the stars. Tickets are limited.
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Saturday, August 1, 2026
Wednesday, August 5
Santa Barbara Courthouse Docent Tours
Santa Barbara County Courthouse1100 Anacapa Street, Santa BarbaraFree one-hour docent-guided tours of this beautiful Spanish-Moorish Historic Landmark take place every hour between 10:30 am and 3:30 pm from Wednesday, August 5, through Sunday, August 9.
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Wednesday, August 5, 2026
El Mercado De La Guerra
De La Guerra Plaza8 East De La Guerra Street, Santa Barbara, CAStroll through a colorful Mexican market (across from City Hall) to feast on Spanish and Mexican-American foods, shop for crafts and souvenirs, and enjoy live entertainment all day and into the early evening.
La Fiesta Pequeña
Old Mission Santa Barbara2201 Laguna Street, Santa Barbara, CALa Fiesta Pequeña, “Little Fiesta”, is a colorful, historical program in front of the “Queen of the Missions,” which includes traditional songs and dance from Californios Spirit. This event is free to the public.
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Thursday, August 6, 2026
La Misa del Presidente
Old Mission Santa Barbara2201 Laguna Street, Santa Barbara, CAThis 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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El Mercado De La Guerra
De La Guerra Plaza8 East De La Guerra Street, Santa Barbara, CAStroll through a colorful Mexican market (across from City Hall) to feast on Spanish and Mexican-American foods, shop for crafts and souvenirs, and enjoy live entertainment all day and into the early evening.
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DIGS! (Celebración de los Dignatarios)
Santa Barbara Zoo500 Ninos Drive, Santa Barbara, CADIGS at the Santa Barbara Zoo features small bites, margaritas, local breweries, and wineries. This all-inclusive event includes music and dancing on the Zoo’s iconic hilltop. 21 and over only. No tickets sold at the door.
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Las Noches de Ronda
Santa Barbara County Courthouse Sunken Gardens1100 Anacapa Street, Santa Barbara, CALas 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.
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Friday, August 7, 2026
El Mercado De La Guerra
De La Guerra Plaza8 East De La Guerra Street, Santa Barbara, CAStroll through a colorful Mexican market (across from City Hall) to feast on Spanish and Mexican-American foods, shop for crafts and souvenirs, and enjoy live entertainment all day and into the early evening.
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The Historical Parade (El Desfile Histórico)
Cabrillo Boulevard99 West Cabrillo Boulevard, Santa Barbara, CAOne of the largest equestrian parades in the country, the Fiesta Historical Parade is unique to Santa Barbara and features floats depicting episodes from the history of the state and city. Descendants of local Native Americans, Spanish Pioneers, the Native Sons and Daughters of the Golden West, and local service clubs and organizations all reenact historical scenes. The parade runs along Cabrillo Boulevard from Castillo Street to Calle Cesar Chavez.
While viewing El Desfile Histórico is free to the public, Tickets for a shaded section of covered reserved seating along the beach side of Cabrillo between Anacapa and Garden Streets are also available for purchase.
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Flor y Canto
Santa Barbara County Courthouse Sunken Gardens1100 Anacapa Street, Santa Barbara, CAHere 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.
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Las Noches de Ronda
Santa Barbara County Courthouse Sunken Gardens1100 Anacapa Street, Santa Barbara, CALas 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.
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Saturday, August 8, 2026
El Desfile de los Niños (Children’s Parade)
Children’s Parade Start721 East Cabrillo Boulevard, Santa BarbaraThe charming Children’s Parade is organized by the City Parks and Recreation Department. Young people of Santa Barbara, their parents, and other parade participants don traditional costumes and celebrate the rich culture of the area.
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Fiesta Arts and Crafts Show
Cabrillo Boulevard99 West Cabrillo Boulevard, Santa Barbara, CAFiesta Arts and Crafts Show – Cabrillo Boulevard, West Beach
10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Stroll along the beautiful beachfront Cabrillo Boulevard just West of Stearns Wharf and browse for handmade treasures created by local artisans.
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El Mercado De La Guerra
De La Guerra Plaza8 East De La Guerra Street, Santa Barbara, CAStroll through a colorful Mexican market (across from City Hall) to feast on Spanish and Mexican-American foods, shop for crafts and souvenirs, and enjoy live entertainment all day and into the early evening.
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Tarde de Ronda
Santa Barbara County Courthouse Sunken Gardens1100 Anacapa Street, Santa Barbara, CATarde de Ronda is a very special children’s dance program for our youngest performers under age 13. You will see Fiesta’s tiniest dancers as well as up-and-coming performers share their love of dance in the beautiful Sunken Gardens at the Santa Barbara County Courthouse. This is a family-friendly event and admission is FREE.
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Las Noches de Ronda
Santa Barbara County Courthouse Sunken Gardens1100 Anacapa Street, Santa Barbara, CALas 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.
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Sunday, August 9, 2026
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Fiesta Arts and Crafts Show
Cabrillo Boulevard99 West Cabrillo Boulevard, Santa Barbara, CAFiesta Arts and Crafts Show – Cabrillo Boulevard, West Beach
10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Stroll along the beautiful beachfront Cabrillo Boulevard just West of Stearns Wharf and browse for handmade treasures created by local artisans.
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