BLOOMINGTON– The City of Bloomington will host La Fiesta del Otoño on Saturday, Sept. 21, from noon until 4 p.m. at the Switchyard Park Pavilion at 1601 South Rogers Street.
The event is free, family-friendly, and open to all, allowing the community to come together for National Hispanic Heritage Month.
“Our city is stronger when more people are involved in policy development, and more perspectives are present and heard at the decision-making table. That starts with ensuring Bloomington is a welcoming community where every resident and visitor feels safe and valued,” said Shatoyia Moss, Community and Family Resources director.
This year’s Fiesta theme is “Your Contributions Matter: Shaping the Future Together” or “Tus Contribuciones Importan: Formando el Futuro Juntos.” La Fiesta del Otoño offers educational and informative booths, cultural activities from various Spanish-speaking countries, and opportunities to interact with our community partners.
La Fiesta del Otoño is supported by the City of Bloomington’s Commission on Hispanic and Latino Affairs and the Community and Family Resources Department Latino Programs. During the event, attendees have the chance to experience traditional ethnic performances such as Flamenco dancer Sofía Crespo and Mariachi Internacional de Bloomington, listen to live regional music from NOMáS and the Vick Luna Quartet and purchase Latine food from our food trucks. The afternoon also features arts and crafts for children and a dance competition with several prizes.
For more information about the event, contact Ximena Martinez Ruiz, City of Bloomington Latino Outreach Coordinator, at 812-349-3430 or visit the City of Bloomington’s Latino Outreach website or the Facebook page.
