Downtown Winston-Salem September 19, 2026 | Free admission

Join us for our Fiesta, a vibrant one-day festival in Downtown Winston-Salem that kicks off Hispanic Heritage Month. A beloved Triad tradition, Fiesta celebrates Hispanic and Latin culture with live music, authentic food, cultural performances, family activities, and community resources.

What to expect

Live music and dance: Regional bands, folkloric ballet, salsa, and reggaetón performances throughout the day.
Food & vendors: Authentic Hispanic and Latin cuisine, artisan goods, and community business booths.
Family fun: Interactive kids’ zone, cultural crafts, face painting, and educational activities for all ages.
Community resources: Health screenings, educational outreach, and information from local service providers.
Cultural spotlight: Storytelling, performances, and presentations that honor heritage and contributions to the Triad.

We celebrate Hispanic Heritage and culture at our annual ¡Fiesta Festival!

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Parade of Flags & Brazilian Samba 11:00 AM–11:45 AM
Los Acoustic Guys – Rock en Español 12:15 PM–1:00 PM
Oscar Oviedo – Salsa / Merengue / Cumbia 1:15 PM–2:00 PM
Grupo Son Costeño – Cumbia Tropical Mexicana 2:15 PM–3:00 PM
Ballet Folklórico Mexican Tradition of Julio Ruiz 3:00 PM–3:20 PM
Concurso de Baile de 3:20 PM a 4:00 PM
Ballet Folklórico Mexican Tradition of Julio Ruiz 4:00 PM–4:20 PM
La Orquesta Mayor – (tropical / salsa) 4:20 PM–5:20 PM
Banda Zeta – Tecno Banda Regional Mexicano 5:40 PM–7:15 PM

Main Stage 11AM to 7PM

Encanto Stage 11AM to 5PM

Inside Milton Rhodes Center

Speas Global Elementary 12:00 PM–12:30 PM
Raysa Suarez Williams and Family 12:45 PM–1:00 PM
Smith Farm Elementary 1:30 PM–2:00 PM
Magic Chris 2:15 PM–2:45 PM
Hispanic League Children’s Ballet Class 3:00 PM–3:30 PM
Music Carolina “Pedrito y El Lobo” 4:00 PM–5:00 PM

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34th Fiesta Digital Map: https://www.eventeny.com/events/map/?id=30944&mid=21967&share=1

Sponsored by G Scott Jones Attorney At Law
Sponsored by The Winston-Salem Foundation
Sponsored by Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist
Encanto Stage inside Rhodes Center
Arts & Crafts Table
Brincolines inflables | Inflatables

Sponsored by The Deuterman Law Group
Sponsored by Food Lion
1. Lulu's Lemonade
2. Rincón Salvadoreño
3. Light of the World Church
4. CocoCrissi Tropical Icees
5. Antojitos del Alma
6. Cilantro and Tacos
7. Crazy Dog Food Truck
8. Lelo's Cuban Cafe
9. Mango Loco
10. Taco Real
11. Tacos Mama Chava
12. Latin Grill on Wheels
13. Chugar Frappe
14. Kona Ice
15. The Corner Venezuelan
Sponsored by Novant Health

Location | Ubicación

Map | Mapa

Free Street Parking Map

Volunteers help with preparing, organizing, and running different areas of the festival site the day before and/or on the day of the event. You can sign up by choosing the area or department you would like to volunteer for and the time slot.

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Fiesta 2025

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Group of volunteers standing behind a table at an outdoor festival booth, wearing matching festival T-shirts, with tents and food vendors in the background.

Woman performing a traditional dance, wearing an orange dress with white ruffles and lace, a large hair bow, and colorful jewelry, on an outdoor stage.

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Fiesta 2024

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Crowd gathered outdoors at a community event with tents, balloons, and a stage, in front of trees and city buildings under a partly cloudy sky.

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Fiesta 2023

A diverse group of children and adults gathered indoors for a celebration or event, with some taking photos and recording videos, and a few wearing festive clothing and accessories.

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Fiesta 2022

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