LATINE MESOAMERICAN CULTURAL FESTIVAL 2026
A Celebration of Culture, Community, and Tradition in the Heart of the Oregon Coast
We are excited to announce that the 2026 Festival will take place on June 20–21, 2026 in Newport, Oregon. This two-day celebration will feature cultural workshops, live performances, traditional arts, music, dance, food, and family-friendly community activities honoring the vibrant traditions of Latine and Mesoamerican cultures.
A special thank you to the City of Newport (IG: @newportoregon, FB: @discovernewport) for supporting this event. To learn more about the city and other upcoming events and activities, visit: www.discovernewport.com.
MAIN FESTIVAL CELEBRATION
Sunday, June 21, 2026
2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
The entire community is warmly invited to enjoy a vibrant experience featuring music, dance, art, and cultural expressions. Celebrate the richness of Latine and Mesoamerican cultures in our region!
ENJOY
* Free food
* Live music
* Traditional and contemporary dance performances
* Local artisans and cultural exhibitions
* Family-friendly cultural activities
FEATURED ARTISTS
* Huehca Omeyocan — Aztec music and dance
* Marimba Los Nuevos Todosanteros — Traditional music from Guatemala
* Ballet Oregon Coast — Mexican folk dances
* Abelina Pablo — Traditional Maya weaver
* Hampton Rodriguez — Artist and illustrator
* Josefina del Norte — Argentine Andean folk artist
FESTIVAL LOCATION
Newport Performing Arts Center
777 W Olive St
Newport, OR 97365
We invite the entire community to celebrate diversity, creativity, ancestral traditions, and the spirit of unity that enriches the Oregon Coast.
CULTURAL WORKSHOPS WITH FEATURED ARTISTS
Additionally, join us for a special series of hands-on cultural workshops. These will take place on Saturday, June 20, led by tradition-inspired artists, also celebrating music, dance, visual art, and ancestral traditions. The workshops offer a unique opportunity to learn directly from artists who keep cultural traditions alive through creative expression.
FEATURED WORKSHOP ARTISTS
Huehca Omeyocan | Aztec music and dance
Hampton Rodriguez | Artist and illustrator
Josefina del Norte | Argentine Andean folk artist
For more information, visit acultural.org/latine-mesoamerican-cultural-fest