What's The Deal With Deltopia?
Deltopia, a beloved tradition in Isla Vista, is under threat of being shut down by the Isla Vista Foot Patrol.
History of Deltopia
Deltopia began in 2004 as Floatopia, a casual beach day to celebrate the start of spring quarter. When alcohol was banned on the beaches, the event moved to Del Playa Drive and became what we now know as Deltopia.
What started as a few hundred students gathering by the ocean has turned into a defining Isla Vista tradition that draws thousands every year.
Significance of Deltopia
For many students, Deltopia is not just about the parties, but about tradition and a sense of community in a college town that is constantly under watch and facing rising housing costs and shrinking student spaces.
Author's summary: Deltopia's potential shutdown raises concerns about policing in Isla Vista.