The Experience:

Bienvenido a ‘Round the World: Music, Dance & Art Festival

Driving rhythms, vibrant regalia, fabulous footwork and flavorful cuisines will immerse you in the Rhythmix ‘Round the World Festival.  Celebrate music, dance, art, food and culture from Latin and Indigenous traditions in an afternoon of fun for the whole family on Saturday, September 21st from 12–5pm at Chochenyo Park in Alameda.

With a passion that transcends borders, headlining performer Chika Di blends traditional Latin, electronic, Afro, and pop musical genres, showcasing her powerful Colombian vocals in her high-energy live performance.

Discover the unique instruments and musical traditions of Afro-Peruvian culture with Cunamacué. Feel the strength and spirit of eight generations of Afro-Puerto Rican bomba dance and rhythms with Batey Tambó.  Experience the rich cultural heritage of Brasilian percussion with Tambores e Samba. Witness ancestral dances of Bolivia with Kantuta Ballet Folklórico de Bolivia and much, much more!

Enjoy artisan crafts in the multicultural marketplace and your favorite Latin-inspired foods from Chef Hits the Streets, Teaqueria and Crazy Empanadas. Multi-cultural arts, crafts and activities for all ages provided by Rhythmix Cultural Works and the City of Alameda Recreation & Park Department.

About

The ‘Round the World Festival is presented in partnership with the City of Alameda Recreation and Park Department as part of the Rhythmix in the Parks Family Concert Series which aims to support the local community by celebrating our diverse cultural traditions, uplifting underserved voices, supporting BIPOC artists and redefining Alameda’s City parks as accessible and safe spaces to be enjoyed by all.

Chochenyo Park is located on Park Avenue, south of Encinal Avenue, one block from the Park Street business district.

Free for all ages.

Where:

2513 Blanding Ave
Alameda

http://www.rhythmix.org