I hope everybody had a great time at the Puerto Rican festivals that were held in June! If you missed out in the action it is not too late… there will be two more festivals held in August, one in Long Beach and the other in Vacaville! (for info on the festivals click here)
To hold you over in the month of July, check out these photos from the 2010 Boricua Festival in Long Beach!
It’s about that time again! Spring is almost over and Summer is approaching which can only mean one thing – Puerto Rican Festival season!
Here is the information on all of the festivals going on from Northern to Southern California! There will be festivals in San Jose, Vacaville, San Dimas, Long Beach and San Diego!
* Page will be updated as new information arrives
El Dia De San Juan Festival: San Dimas, CA
WHEN?
Sunday, June 12, 2011
10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
WHERE?
Frank G. Bonelli Park
120 Via Verde
San Dimas CA 91773
HOW MUCH? Advanced Ticket Price (before June 11): $25 Adult: $30 Senior 62 & Up: $25 Children 11-14: $15 Children 10 & Under: FREE Parking: $10
* Buy tickets at www.fiestalegre.net
WHO?
Special Guests:
Frankie Vazquez
Michael Stuart
Ray de la Paz
Johnny Polanco
La Plena
MC Javier Suazo
DJ Willie
y mas!
The Unofficial Puerto Rican Facebook Fam & Friends Picnic: San Diego, CA
WHEN?
Sunday, June 12, 2011
9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
WHERE?
Dusty Rhodes Park
Nimitz Blvd. and Sunset Cliffs Blvd.
San Diego CA 92107
HOW MUCH?
Free!
This will be a bring your stuff kinda BBQ. Everyone will be responsible for themselves. We are however going to have a potluck of dishes for those that got that golden touch on some authentic P.R. food. inbox Ian or I with what you want to bring to the table.
Here is a list of things you should bring to make the day easy and problem free:
tent
BBQ grill
tables
coolers
charcoal
cooking utensils
trash bags for trash and recycling
blankets
change of clothing in case of weather change
food storage containers
ICE!!!!!
disposable plates, utensils, and cups.
I’m sure there will be a no open container rule along with the permit so please …. put it in a cup.
This is one event that I am definitely excited for! The 4th annual BoricuaFest will be Sunday, August 8th at the Queen Mary Event Park in Long Beach, California! Be ready for great performances, Puerto Rican food, cultural artwork, souvenirs, and even an El Coqui Kidz Zone to keep your kids entertained! More info below:
4th Annual California Boricua Festival – BoricuaFest 2010 Sunday, August 8, 2010 10:00 AM- 7:00 PM Queen Mary Events Park
1126 Queens Hwy
Long Beach, CA 90802
FEATURING: Johnny Rivera
HOSTED BY Raq-C
Nautica de la Cruz
MUSIC BY La Maquinaria Musical
DJ Willie & DJ Nicky
ALSO PERFORMING Areito Borincano
Freddie Munoz
Quique Cruz (El Terrible)
Salsalicious
Alerta 3
The Echo Park Project
The Janeen Puente Orchestra
Ray Montana
Las Muñecas
TICKET PRICES:
At tickets locations (before festival): $20
Adults 17+ years: $25
Teenagers 13-16 years: $15
Senior citizens 55+: $15
Children under 12 years: FREE!