Newark Rec presents the 10th Mariachi Festival

Submitted by Edda Rivera

Photos courtesy of Edda Rivera

On Sunday, July 21, the City of Newark will host its 10th annual Mariachi Festival, an opportunity for the community to immerse themselves in the sounds of local bands and honor Newark’s Mexican-American heritage. The free summer afternoon event will be held in the beautiful Shirley Sisk Grove, on NewPark Mall Road, across from Jack’s Restaurant.

This year’s festival will showcase the talents of three local mariachi bands: Mariachi San Francisco, Mariachi Halcones and Mariachi Tapatio. All three are seasoned artists with years of musical experience. There will also be a performance by the folklorico dancers of the Newark Children’s Ballet and Ballet Costa de Oro. The event will also include a resource and health fair and activities and crafts for children.

Gates open at 11 a.m. for picnicking, so come early to get the best spots. Newark City Councilwoman Sucy Collazo will serve as master of ceremonies during the Mariachi Festival. For more information, contact Edda Rivera at (email protected) or (510) 578-4346.

10th Newark Mariachi Festival

Sunday, July 21

13.00 – 17.00 hrs

Shirley Sisk Grove

NewPark Mall Rd., Newark

www.newark.org/departments/recreation-and-community-services