Summer is in full swing and there are plenty of activities to get you outside and to enjoy Latino culture. Below are some of the upcoming festivals and events coming to a town near you! Events are subject to change. Check in advance before attending. If you have an event you would like included in our listings, please email details to ads@laprensanewspaper.com.
OHIO
Saturday, July 27, 2024
2024 International Cultural Community BBQ!
Michael Zone Recreation Center, Cleveland
1:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Come enjoy a day full of activities, competitions, & fun for the whole family. It’s completely FREE!
FREE Popcorn, Cotton Candy, Hot Dogs, Chips, Water, and Juice for Kids
And a special opportunity to meet Carlos Baerga and get an autograph! For more information contact CMartinez@clevelandohio.gov.
www.facebook.com/LaPlacitaCleveland/
August 2, 3, and 4, 2024
Peter & Paul Church Festival
738 S. St. Clair St., Toledo
Music • Entertainment • Authentic Food • Vendors • Inflatables
Friday 5pm – 12am with DJ Maudie and Motivo
Saturday 1pm – 12 am with DJ Juanio, El Corazon de Mexico, Grupo Dezeo and Tejano Sound Band
Sunday 2pm – 10pm with DJ El Pajaro, El Corazon de Mexico, Young Mariachi Band, Las Voces del Norte, Grupo Temible
www. sspeterandpaultoledo.org
Saturday, August 3, 2024 – 12PM to 10PM
Sunday, August 4, 2024 – 11AM to 10PM (Parade at noon)
Cleveland Puerto Rican Parade and Expo
2500MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland, OH
A 2-day celebration of the Puerto Rican Culture, including Music, Food, Artisans, and Helath and wellness screenings. The parade will kick off at 11:00 am at the intersection of Scranton Road at Seymour Avenue, the parade will proceed southbound on Scranton Road and make its way to Valentine Ave.
https://www.facebook.com/CLEPRParade
Friday, August 9, 2024
Palomazo Norteno in Concert at Promenade Pavilion
Promenade Park (Downtown Toledo along the river)
Gates open at 5:30 p.m. | Show at 7 p.m.
Palomazo Norteño brings together the legendary figures of norteño music: Lalo Mora, Elíseo Robles, Raúl Hernández, and Rosendo Cantú. Palomazo Norteno is a Latin music band known for their colorful style and memorable lyrics. Their music touches the hearts of their listeners, and they have a devoted following in Mexico and elsewhere. Palomazo Norteno is known for their thrilling and entertaining live performances. They’ve been selling out in every market and will grace the stage at Promenade Pavilion!
Saturday, August 10, 2024
Barrio Latino Art Festival
1411 Broadway Street, Toledo
3:00 pm – 12:00 am
Art • Food • Music • Entertainment
Celebrate the 13th Annual Barrio Latino Art Festival brought to you by Nuestra Gente Community Projects, Inc. Featuring Los Aztecas, Tejano Sound Band, La Traizion, and Flechazo Brothers.
https://www.facebook.com/BarrioLatinoArtFestival
Saturday, August 10, 2024 & Sunday August 11, 2024
Festival Latino
Genoa Park, Downtown Columbus
11:00 am – 8:00 pm
¡Festival Latino! is a free, family-friendly two day event celebrating family and community with two days of children’s activities, music, food, fashion, art, and dance from the heart of Latin America.
Entertainment includes El Corazon de Mexico Ballet Folklorico, Carlos Rubio – Salsa Lessons, Salsamante Dance Academy, DJ Cale, Ale Almanza, Chupeta de Ajo, Tributo al Rock en Español, La Nueva Estrategia, Tony Vega, Golpe de Estado, Romero Norteño, Brenda K. Starr, and Héctor Acosta “El Torito”.
www.festivallatino.net
Sunday, August 11, 2024
45th CLEVELAND INTERNATIONAL KITE FESTIVAL
Edgewater Park, 6500 Memorial Shoreway (Rt. 2) Cleveland
11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Free to all
Saturday, August 17, 2024
Lorain Puerto Rican Day Festival and Parade
Oakwood Park, South Lorain
Parade at 1:00
Festival following parade from 2:00 pm – 8:00 pm
The festival will take place in the large parking lot area next to our community pool.
Enjoy a fun filled day, with live music, DJ, Vendors and Food trucks. (this is an alcohol and drug free environment)
Our Puerto Rican Day Festival has been a long-standing tradition to create awareness and appreciation of the Puerto Rican culture and history, as well as to highlight our community’s contributions to the local & global civilized society. The parade will begin at 1:00pm starting on Pearl Avenue and will end at the Oakwood Park.
Saturday, August 31, 2024
419 Taco War 2024
Lucas County Fairgrounds, 1406 Key St., Maumee, Oh
2:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Brought to you by The Business Building Movement and Glaze’em Gourmet Funnel Cakes
Sunday, September 1, 2024
Grito Fest
Latins United, 706 S. St. Clair St., Toledo
Performances, Dancing, Live Music, Food, Contests & More
Proceeds benefit El Corazon de Mexico’s Performance at Disney World in 2025
Saturday, September 7, 2024
Canton Latino Fest
Centennial Plaza, 330 Court Ave NW, Canton, Ohio
12:00 PM – 10:00 PM
*Free family event celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month! Live music, Cultural dancers, children’s play area, authentic Latin food trucks, artisans, shopping vendors and much more!
*Evento familiar gratis para celebrar el Mes de la Herencia Hispana! Música en vivo, bailarines culturales, área de juegos para niños, auténticos camiones de comida latina, artesanos, vendedores de compras y mucho más!
https://www.facebook.com/CantonLatinoFest
Saturday, September 7, 2024
Fiesta Toledo
2:00 – 11:00 pm
Promenade Park, Downtown Toledo
Live Bands • Food Trucks • Beer • Dancing • Family Fun
Benefiting the Homeboys Haven Nonprofit Organization
Sunday, September 8, 2024
Latino Scholarship Day with the Toledo Mud Hens
Fifth Third Field, Downtown Toledo
Gates open at 1:00 for pre-game entertainment at home plate and Latino scholarship presentation. Game starts at 2:05. Toledo Mud Hens vs. Indianapolis Indians.
Sponsored by La Prensa.
Saturday, September 14, 2024
Downtown Fremont Car Show
101 S. Front Street, Fremont, OH
All Vehicles Welcome
5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Dash Plaques, goodie bags, dj, 50/50 raffle & Food
Sponsored b y Fremont Federal Credit Union
www.downtownfremontohio.org
Saturday, September 28, 2024
Chicken War
525 Farmers Market, Downtown Toledo
5:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Free to the public
Brought to you by The Business Building Movement and Glaze’em Gourmet Funnel Cakes
MICHIGAN
August 2, 3, and 4, 2024
Grand Rapids Hispanic Festival
Calder Plaza, Grand Rapids
For 46 years, the Hispanic Festival has been the Hispanic Center of Western Michigan’s premier annual celebration of the community’s rich Latino Heritage. Food, Mercado, Music, Entertainment, and More!
https://hispanic-center.org/festival-hispano/
Saturday, August 3, 2024
11th Annual Latino Night with the Lugnuts
2:00pm – 12:00am
A concert and mini festival starting off in front of the stadium. The Lugnuts will become Los Locos de Lansing as they celebrate their Hispanic/Latino community in Lansing for Fiesta Loco. there will be live music, food trucks, and a pre-game plaza party! For more information, please contact 517-303-7001 or seinpaul65@gmail.com
Saturday, August 11, 2024
Picnico Argentino
Independence Oaks County Park, Twin Chimney Area, Clarkston, MI
1:00 pm
August 23-25, 2024
Novi Taco Fest
44275 W. Twelve Mile Rd.
Friday 5pm-10pm | Saturday 11am-10pm | Sunday 12pm-7pm
With over 30 taco trucks serving up the tastiest tacos in town. This is a taco extravaganza you don’t want to miss! Whether you like it hot and spicy or prefer something milder, the choice is all yours. Come on down and indulge in a taco feast like no other. But that’s not all! You can also browse through an artisan market, groove to live music, witness epic Lucha Libre Wrestling matches, play fun yard games with the family, show off your moves in Mexican dancing and Salsa, and if you are feeling brave, sign up for a sizzling hot pepper eating contest.
www.novitacofest.com
Saturday, August 24, 2024
Latino Health 5K
Roberto Clemente Park, 546 Rumsey St SW, Grand Rapids, MI
7:00 am Registration
9:00 am Race Begins
10:00 am-12:00 pm Finish Fest
Family Friendly Walk/Run with the goal to encourage Hispanic families to maintain a healthy lifestyle and incorporate physical activity, such as running or walking, into their daily lives.
Saturday, September 14, 2024
Fiesta Tigres
Comerica Park, Detroit, MI
6:40 – 11:30 pm
Celebrate the start of Hispanic Heritage Month with iFiesta Tigres! Detroit Tigers to play the Baltimore Orioles.
First 15,000 fans 21+ to receive a free “Tigres” Soccer Jersey!
Wisconsin
August 23 – 25, 2024
Mexican Fiesta
Summerfest grounds, Milwaukee, WI
Noon – Midnight
Food, Culture, Music, Fun, Folklore, Family
www.mexicanfiesta.org