SANTA BARBARA, Calif. – Old Spanish Days and Earl Warren Showgrounds will host separate rodeos in August, two months after announcing they would not jointly present the Fiesta Stock Horse Show & Rodeo this year.
On Tuesday, Earl Warren Showgrounds announced it will host Santa Barbara Rodeo Days from Friday, Aug. 1 to Sunday, Aug. 3. The venue says the event is “continuing the legacy of the Vaquero spirit for the Santa Barbara community” with Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) rodeo performances, a free Fiesta-themed carnival, a vibrant mercado, food, and entertainment.
Ben Sprague, CEO of Earl Warren Showgrounds, said community support played a major role in the decision to revive a rodeo event during Fiesta week…