The Colorado State Fair in Pueblo, Colorado, is a celebration from start to finish, but the party really heats up during Fiesta Weekend, September 4 - 5. Fiesta Weekend recognizes Colorado’s proud ties to Latin culture by showcasing the music, dance, food, art, costumes, traditions, and people who keep the Latin spirit alive in Colorado. The State Fair’s Fiesta Weekend is a treat for the senses with a Latino Art Show, A Fiesta Parade, a variety of free stage shows, two nights of international entertainment in the Events Center, a “Charreada” or Mexican rodeo and much more, It’s Colorado’s Ultimate Fiesta!
September 5 — The Fiesta Parade has always been a highlight of Fiesta Weekend and sponsored by the Colorado State Fair Fiesta Committee since 1967, This year is no different with the theme “Abrazando La Familia y Los Tradiciones Juntos”. The traditional Mariachi Mass in Minnequa Park precedes the parade at 8 a.m. and the parade begins at 10 a.m., Sept. 5th, on East Abriendo Ave. The route will run north to Northern Ave.-west, to Beulah Ave.-north and end on Sprague Ave. Six trophies will be awarded to the most outstanding float entries, including most traditional, creative, beautiful, fitting parade theme, best costumes and judges’ choice. Don’t miss this display of Mexican bands, custom vehicles and much, much more!
September 4-5 — The Pueblo Friendship Powwow Association is a non-profit organization located Pueblo. We strive to teach the public the Native American culture and traditions. The Pueblo Friendship Powwow Association will offer you a look into Native American life in the 1800’s. Visitors will have an opportunity to see inside teepees, children will be able to do a craft and play a traditional game. Storytelling will be done in the evening. There will be Native American dancing
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