Get ready to fiesta, Avondale! The annual Avondale Fiesta is set to bring a burst of Hispanic culture to Old Town Avondale on the evening of May 4th, with festivities planned to roll out from 6:00 p.m. right through until the stroke of 10:00 p.m. This free-to-attend event promises attendees an evening rich in Hispanic heritage, complete with music, art, and cultural showcases that offer a little something for everyone in the family to enjoy.
This year, Western Avenue will be transformed into a bustling street festival, where traffic will pause to gladly make way for culture to take the streets—literally. The avenue will be closed off from 6:00 a.m. between 3rd and North 6th Street and is not set to reopen until 2:00 a.m. the following day. Those planning to come by car are advised to park strategically along the side streets—just be mindful not to obstruct the regular runnings of driveways, businesses, or traffic—and take advantage of parking also at Agua Fria High School for overflow space, according to the City of Avondale website.
Entertainment is a cornerstone of the Avondale Fiesta, and this event is no exception. Emcee VProlific is set to host a slew of vibrant performances on the mainstage, featuring acts like Mariachi Estrella de Cobre, Ballet Folklorico Esperanza, and Barrio Latino, with the latter being brought to the event by O’Reilly Auto Parts. But the live acts are just the beginning—as the evening unfolds, visitors can also look forward to the debut of Kermes en la Biblioteca, packed with carnival-styled fun and frequent Loteria games, outside the Sam Garcia Library.
Learning to dance in the open air is just one of the hands-on experiences for those ready to dive in, besides contributing personally to a community art piece—a true mark to leave on the fiesta. And let's not forget about the lineup of authentic Mexican food to satisfy any cravings, available at local eateries and food trucks alike. Thirsty fiesta-goers can head to the Cantina for drinks, knowing their purchase will also support the Ballet Folklorico Esperanza, an organization dedicated to sustaining folkloric dance traditions—so cheers to culture, with all products priced at a neat $7, "the event page details.
The Avondale Fiesta is more than just another city event; it represents a partnership between the City of Avondale Parks & Recreation and several local businesses—and this year, Avondale Toyota has the honors as the main event presenter. Additional support is coming from O’Reilly Auto Parts, Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers, Renewal by Andersen, and event partners Ballet Folklorico Esperanza and West Valley View. For more information, festival-goers can visit the city's event page or follow the social buzz on Avondale Parks and Recreation's social media with the hashtag #AvondaleEvents.
