Dance, Eat, and Play at Valleyfair’s Latin Days Celebration
Press Release from Valleyfair:
Shakopee, MN (July 13, 2023) – In partnership with Inclusive Alliance, LLC, Valleyfair is thrilled to announce our popular Latin Days celebration full of live musical performances and authentic Latin food the weekend of August 5-6, 2023. From traditional dance to Mariachi and Latin-infused popular music, this event celebrates the cultural artistry and delicious tastes from a wide variety of Latin countries. This year, we are excited to announce María Isa headlining on Saturday and Malamanya headlining on Sunday. Emmy Award-winning journalist Arely Morales will be the emcee hosting both days.
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"We are thrilled to invite Minnesota’s amazing Latin performing artists to proudly shine on Valleyfair’s stage,” said Raul Rehnborg, Valleyfair’s vice president and general manager. “Latin Days is one of our favorite events here at the park and we can’t wait for all our guests to experience this unforgettable weekend.”
The Latin Days events kick off at 11 a.m. with a bright, sunny Mariachi welcome to the park. The rest of the day swirls with rhythms and melodies from the Caribbean, Latin America, and Afro-Latino-Indigenous music and dance. Saturday’s headliner María Isa is a Boricua (BO-REE-KWA) singer, songwriter, actress, rapper, activist, youth worker, and international recording artist who was raised with influences of many different Afro-Latino-Indigenous rhythms. She is from St. Paul’s West Side barrio and her music has been heard on several networks, including NBC, ABC, MTV, STARZ, and Telemundo. Sunday’s headliner Malamanya is an American band which focuses on traditional rhythms and melodies from the Caribbean and Latin America. Their onstage energy reflects the communal, complex, and celebratory spirit.
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Additional performing groups will include Emily Campoverde (singer/songwriter), Mexico Lindo Dance Group (traditional dance), Mariachi Alma de Mexico (Mariachi band), Danzas Colombianas (folk dance), Grupo Rock Vhaltta (rock music), Expresion Tropical (music group), and La Grandisima Sonora (high energy dance band), performing on a variety of stages throughout the park.
Authentic Latin dishes will be provided by Que Tal Street Eats and Bravis Modern Street Food. Que Tal specializes in Salvadoran food known especially for their delicious pupusas showcasing authentic traditional fillings and some new modern takes on the favorites. Bravis Modern Street Food is a hometown, Shakopee favorite known for its use of fresh ingredients and made-from-scratch delights.
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Latin Days entertainment is included with park admission. For a complete list of park hours, and special events and to get the best deal on tickets and Season Passes, visit valleyfair.com.