iMadonnari Chalk Painting Festival

Chalk, chalk, chalk! An ocean of chalk stretching as far as the eye can see. This year's 26th Anniversary of the iMadonnari Italian Street Painting Festival was a colorful treat for the senses. Art lovers arrived in Santa Barbara from all walks of life to watch the temporary masterpieces take form during this four day event. Featured artist and beloved teacher at Laguna Blanca School, Delphine Louie, did not disappoint with her religious themed painting stunningly crafted on the steps of historic Santa Barbara Mission. Art festival masterpieces will be on display until rains wash away all trace of this chalk exhibit. Proceeds benefit the nonprofit "Children's Creative Project" which has provided quality art experiences for school children since 1974.

http://www.imadonnarifestival.com

http://www.lagunablanca.org

Queen of the Missions

The Santa Barbara Mission was established on December 4, 1786 and was the tenth of twenty-one California Missions to be founded by the Spanish Franciscans. The Mission's commanding position and grand proportions along with graceful lines helps to reinforce her title, "Queen of the Missions." For self-guided or docent guided "Art and Architecture" tours enter the mission museum through the main entrance.

http://www.sbmission.org/history.html

Old Spanish Days 87th Fiesta celebration takes place in August and offers rodeos, parades, food, song and dance. Try all the events, you won't be disappointed!

http://www.sbfiesta.org