Playing to a sold-out crowd, the Old Spanish Days La Primavera weekend celebration featured the first official performances by 2026 Spirit of Fiesta Jenna Ramirez and 2026 Junior Spirit of Fiesta Penny Hernandez at El Paseo Restaurant.

Fiesta dancer wearing a shiny red dress swings out a gold-colored shawl during her performance. (Alejandro Navarro photo)
Fiesta dancing was a highlight of the Old Spanish Days event. (Alejandro Navarro photo)

Attendees heard remarks from El Presidente 2026 Colin Hayward and Father Larry Gosselin, kicking off the Fiesta season.

“The evening was filled with music and dance as members of the community came together, raising funds for the free public events that Old Spanish Days presents each summer,” organizers said.

Concluding the event was a lively Sevillanas performance, featuring past spirits of Fiesta alongside owners of several local dance studios, who shared their artistry with the next generation.

Old Spanish Days Fiesta 2026 will take place Aug. 5-9.

Photos: Alejandro Navarro