Old Spanish Days - Fiesta through Santa Barbara

Fiesta - Old Spanish Days, Santa Barbara's beloved annual festival honoring the region's rich Spanish, Mexican and Indigenous heritage will take place through the city July 30 - August 3.  The city will come alive with flamenco performances, colorful parades, authentic cuisines, and historical reenactments that reflect the cultural mosaic of California's Central Coast.  

Citywide Events & Highlights

Wednesday, July 30

• Courthouse Fiesta Tours
• El Mercado De La Guerra
• La Fiesta Pequena

Thursday, July 31

• Courthouse Fiesta Tours
• El Mercado De La Guerra
• La Misa del Presidente
• DIGS! (Celebracion de los Dignatarios)
• Las Noches de Ronda

Friday, August 1

• Courthouse Fiesta Tours
• El Mercado De La Guerra
• Las Noches de Ronda
• The Historical Parade (El Desfile Historico)
• Flor y Canto

Saturday, August 2

• Courthouse Fiesta Tours
• El Mercado De La Guerra
• Las Noches de Ronda
• Fiesta Arts and Crafts Show
• El Desfile de los Ninos (Children's Parade)
• Tarde de Ronda

Sunday, August 3

• Courthouse Fiesta Tours
• Fiesta Arts and Crafts Show

La Cumbre Plaza is pleased to be working with the Fiesta organizers for a special event in the 2026 Fiesta season.  Stay tuned for something special for the future!