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Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024

It’s a FIESTA at the beach!

Come celebrate the vibrant traditions of the Latino community with mariachi, folklorico dancers, and a free beach concert. Enjoy Boardwalk rides and games plus special food and beverages throughout the park.

¡Vamos a la playa!

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Event Schedule

11am-9pm Rides Open
11am, 11:45am, & 12:30pm Mariachi Santa Cruz on Pirate Ship Stage
1pm, 2pm, & 3pm Angeles Danzantes on Main Stage
6pm-7:30pm La Diva De La Cumbia Vilma Diaz y La Sonora on Main Stage
Guests smiling at the Boardwalk

Free Entertainment

Mariachi Santa Cruz

Mariachi Santa Cruz was founded by Omar Naranjo in 2009 in Santa Cruz, California. Throughout the years, Mariachi Santa Cruz has participated in numerous music festivals, concerts, parades, private events, and more. The ensemble consists of two trumpeters- Javier and Roy, two violinists- Jesus and Jorge, a guitarist- Marcos, a guitarron player- Alfonso, and a vihuela player- Omar. All ensemble members come from families who have played mariachi music for generations. It is through their ancestors that they have learned to share their passion and love for traditional mariachi music.
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Angeles Danzantes - Folklorico Dance Group

Angeles Danzantes is a youth folklorico dance group from Watsonville, CA. They dedicate their time honoring their heritage and culture through dance. Angeles Danzantes was founded over a year ago and have been expanding everyday. Their purpose and goal is to spread love and knowledge of dance to the local community.
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La Diva De La Cumbia Vilma Diaz y La Sonora

Ride & Play Ticket Options

Season Passes, Ride Wristbands, and MyBoardwalk Cards

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