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Yahoo
10-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Saturday Boredom Busters: May 10th
SIOUX FALLS, SD (KELO) — The Cinco de Mayo Fiesta is a celebration of Latino culture and heritage in Sioux Falls. The free Fiesta goes from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. at Falls Park and includes live music, dancing, food, piñatas and a dog fashion show. The Fiesta benefits Caminando Juntos, a ministry of the Presentation Sisters. More than 7-thousand runners and walkers are expected to take part in the Avera Race Against Cancer. The annual fundraiser for cancer research is taking place in Sioux Falls, Aberdeen, Mitchell, Pierre, Yankton and Marshall, MN. Activities include 1.5 and 3-mile walks and 5K and 10K runs. The Empire Mall in Sioux Falls is hosting a Firefighter Appreciation Event that includes fire truck tours, kids' crafts, games and refreshments. The free event is taking place in the east JCPenney parking lot from 11 a.m. 1 p.m. Purchase fresh produce along with other home-grown and home-made items at the Falls Park Farmers Market. It's open every Saturday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. through October. Local businesses are hosting a Mother's Day Celebration at the Nordic Hall in downtown Sioux Falls. They're offering women's clothing for sale, crafts, jewelry, baked goods, photo shoots and chair massages from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. AMC Collective in Sioux Falls is hosting a Cupcake Liner Flowers Make & Take from noon to 3 p.m. Guests can choose from a wide variety of cupcake liner colors and designs to make their flowers unique. It costs $4 for two flowers. Businesses in Luverne, MN are hosting a Mother' Day Flower Walk. All mothers and mothers to-be are invited to the participating businesses between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. to receive a free, fresh flower stem to create their own Mother's Day bouquets. Joah's Ark, a Minnesota-based petting zoo, is making a special trip into South Dakota to showcase its animals. You'll find a menagerie of bottle lambs, fainting goats, mini-horses, donkeys, prairie dogs and a potbelly pig. The location is 48258 265th Street, south of Brandon. The hours are 1-6 p.m. Sunday's hours are 1-5 p.m. Admission is free. MadTown Bike Day includes free helmets, e-bike test rides and kids bicycle inspections in the parking lot of Madison Vision Clinic. It's taking place from 1-5 p.m. and also includes bike rides around Lake Madison. Movies playing at the historic State Theater in downtown Sioux Falls include Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope, plus The Legend of Ochi and The Parent Trap, all rated PG. The Wells Fargo CineDome & Sweetman Planetarium at the Washington Pavilion features T-Rex, Mars: The Ultimate Voyage, 3-2-1 Liftoff and Experience the Aurora. New movie releases playing at a theater near you include Shadow Force, Clown in a Cornfield and Fight or Flight, all rated R. Enjoy sprint car, street stock and hobby stock racing at I-90 Speedway in Hartford, SD. Gates open at 5 p.m. Hot laps are at 6:30 p.m. The races start at 7 p.m. Admission is $17, $7 for children and free for ages 12 and under. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
19-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Portland's 38th Annual Cinco de Mayo Fiesta Returns May 2-5–Celebrate Culture, Music, and Support Local Latino Businesses
PORTLAND, Ore., March 19, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--For nearly four decades, Portland's Cinco de Mayo Fiesta, presented by Toyota and benefiting the Portland Guadalajara Sister-City Association (PGSCA), has been a cornerstone celebration of Mexican culture, community, and tradition. This four-day festival brings together authentic food, live music, traditional dance, and artisan markets at Tom McCall Waterfront Park from May 2-5, 2025. This year, the event holds even deeper significance, highlighting the importance of supporting Latino-owned businesses, artisans, and vendors who rely on the Fiesta each year. WHEN: May 2-5, 2025 - 11:00 am to 11:00 pm Friday through Sunday and 4:00 pm to 10:00 pm on Monday, May 5th. WHERE: Tom McCall Waterfront Park (98 SW Naito Pkwy, Portland, OR 97204) WHY: More than just a festival, this year's Fiesta is an opportunity to support Latino-owned businesses, artisans, and vendors who rely on this annual event. It's a chance for the community to come together and celebrate the vibrant culture that has been part of Portland for nearly four decades. HIGHLIGHTS: Authentic Mexican Cuisine: Savor the flavors of Mexico with over 30 food vendors offering tacos al pastor, carne asada, tamales, pozole, and more. Each dish is a celebration of heritage and tradition. Guadalajara Artisan Village: Discover handcrafted goods and unique treasures, from woven textiles to vibrant pottery. Supporting these artisans—some traveling from Guadalajara—helps keep cultural traditions alive. Headline Performances: Experience unforgettable music from top performers, including Banda Aguila, El Gran Sabor de Adrian Diaz, Grupo Mparable, Banda R15 del Korita Gonzalez, and more. Family Fun at Plaza de Niños: Kids can enjoy free crafts, a full carnival, face painting, activities, and family-friendly carnival rides. TICKETS: Tickets start at just $14 for adult single-day admission and $10 for youth, plus ticket service fees, when purchasing online. For those looking to enjoy the full weekend of festivities, weekend passes start at $19 for youth and $24 for adults—making it easy for families and groups to experience everything the Fiesta has to offer without breaking the bank. Ticketing information can be found at: Local media outlets are invited to attend and cover this vibrant community event. For interview opportunities, additional information, or press credentials, please contact Brandon Treadway at Brandon@ or 971-266-1781. About PGSCA: PGSCA, a 501(c)3 organization founded in 1983, is working on international grassroots and community initiatives that benefit both Portland, Oregon and Guadalajara, Mexico. PGSCA accomplishes this through arts and culture, humanitarian assistance, youth and education, and economic development and sustainability, all while fostering cross-cultural understanding between the two cities. View source version on Contacts Media Contact: Brandon TreadwayBrandon@ Sign in to access your portfolio
Yahoo
26-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Ganzo's Cinco de Mayo 5K canceled
A long time charity race in the Quad Cities is hanging up its running shoes. A post on Ganzo's Cinco de Mayo 5K's Facebook page says that due to rising costs, the race will no longer be held. The Cinco de Mayo Fiesta will be celebrated as usual. 'From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for being part of this journey,' the post said. 'Your enthusiasm and generosity have made a lasting impact on our community. We hope to see you at the fiesta!' The post says runners have helped raise over $60,000 for local charities over the past 11 years. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
