Santa Barbara’s West Beach was the site of a popular Fourth of July celebration, with John Palmenteri emceeing the entertainment on stage. The event included a number of bands and dancers, as well as jolly jumpers for younger kids.
Chrissy Sarvela, who is camping in nearby Carpinteria, has watched the fireworks and entertainment on West Beach for two decades. ‘We love it, we love this town, we love everything about the beach, about this energy,’ she said.
Erwin Hernandez, whose daughter Penelope is this year’s Junior Spirit of Fiesta, beamed with pride as he watched her perform. Spirit of Fiesta Jenna Ramierez also danced in a patriotic gown. Both will be busy dancing during Old Spanish Days from August 5-9.
People set up blankets and brought picnics or bought food from food trucks lining Cabrillo Blvd on the holiday. Despite a brief sprinkle, the crowd waited eagerly for the fireworks display after dark.
Original reporting: KEYT (Ventura/Santa Barbara) — read the source article.
