The Mohawk Valley Latino Association, Inc. will hold the 16th Annual Latino American Festival on Sunday, August 28, 2022, 12-7 pm, Hanna Park, One Kennedy Plaza, Utica, NY; to showcase Hispanic Culture, ethnic foods, activities, music, and dancing of the Latino culture. The opening of this cultural event will start with a Latino Cultural
Fashion Show and parade with children representing the different countries that are living in the Mohawk Valley.
This free admission event will feature Latino America live entertainment lineup will include, Eh Shawnee & Orchestra, Latino local and guest talent showcase performances by Genesis Almanzar aka H-Melody (Latin singer) and DJ Richy. Other activities include annual Dominoes Tournament, Zumba by Sister Teoka and Bucci, children’s activities: Hoola Hoop, relay racing, Double-Dutch, water balloon fight, face painting, and food and merchandise vendors will also be available, as well as non-profit and healthcare agencies.
This annual gathering draws over 800 people, including visitors from other communities, from Rochester – Albany to celebrate Latin culture in the Mohawk Valley. All proceeds will be used to support the programs of MVLA. Accepting vendors until August 26th!
