The Tri-City Latino Festival is this weekend In Columbus. What to know if you plan to go
The 11th annual Tri-City Latino Festival is Saturday and organizers are promising a “vibrant symbol of cultural pride, unit, and collective empowerment.”
The all-day event is family-friendly and is meant to kick off Hispanic Heritage Month, which runs from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15.
The Latino Fest, sponsored by Aflac and VisitColumbus, is a staple in the community and is one of the largest in the Southeast. It aims to create a space for inclusivity featuring diverse contributions to Latino traditions, music, dance and culinary arts.
Although at its inception it was meant to celebrate Latino heritage, the event has evolved into a festival for all cultures, which organizers hope to use to foster understanding and connection.
The Tri-City Latino Festival is for everyone, and they hope to welcome Columbus and the surrounding areas to celebrate Saturday.
The details of the event
When: Sept. 21, 12 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Price: $5 Community contribution at the door (No coolers allowed)
Where: Civic Center, South Commons; 400 4th Street, Columbus
More info: Call 706-586-9089
The entertainment
Michael Stuart
Puertorrican Music from Columbus
Wonder Kings
Trop Kumbia Mbera
DK2 Band
Orquesta 704 (and more)
Tri City Latino Parade & Quinceañera Dress Showcase
Start the festivities with the Tri-City Latino Parade from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Broadway in Columbus. It will be directly followed by the Quinceañera Dress Showcase.
For questions or inquiries, contact Betsey Dortch at 706-610-0424
The vendors for the event
For information about becoming a vendor, email tricitylatinoassoc@gmail.com.
Agave Eve Veloz
Annie’s
Artesania Latina “My Paso Fino”
Badillo Latin Toys
C.O.R.E
Comercial del Norte
Cuban Latin Grill
Cultural Pastry & Delights
Delicias 4K
Deljen’s
Direct Auto Insurance
Eyevt Immigration Services
Goodwill Industries
Harris Walz Campaign
It’s Tamale Time
La Casita Guayaca
La Sensacion Latina PR food truck
Latinos R Us
Lucy Ice Scream
MMK’s Food and Treats, LLC
NeighborWorks Columbus
New Horizons Behavioral Health
Paleteria Los Reyes
Panama Cinderella
Piña Colada por Isla Bonita S
Sabores de Panama
Statefarm - Kathy Powel/Andrea Rivera
The Coconut Hut
Tilys Pizza and More
Tito’s Kitchen
Unidos Latino Association Delicia Durant
This story was originally published September 20, 2024 at 8:09 AM.
