Join us for Day Two of the inaugural Race Street SalsaFest at De la Luz—two days of food, rhythm, culture, and connection on the edge of Holyoke’s Puerto Rican Cultural District. It’s a summer party and the one year anniversary of our forever home. Everyone is welcome and registration is requested to secure your spot.
Our Saturday night headliner is Las Karamba! Born in Barcelona and powered by women from Venezuela, Cuba, Argentina, France, and Catalonia, this all-female powerhouse fuses salsa, cha-cha-chá, timba, and son with rap, samba, and urban groove. It’s cultural resistance wrapped in joy, rhythm, and fire.
Start your day with a Latine-inspired menu by on the patio starting at 11 AM with a Bloody Maria or Paloma Mimosa while catching a live acoustic set outdoors with Tony Silva, running from 11 AM–2 PM.
At 11:00 AM, the kitchen opens with Chef Sara Barnes serving up bold, soulful dishes inspired by the Latin diaspora, while the bar continues its multi-margarita lineup and other craft cocktail offerings.
Highlights include:
2:00 PM – A kids’ concert with Latin Grammy Winner, MISTER G in the Soundstage
Evening performances feature two high-energy acts not to be missed:
8:00 PM – Miguel Periche brings his deep Afro-Cuban roots to the Divine Theater. A dancer, teacher, and choreographer originally from Holguín, Cuba, Miguel was Artistic Director of Iroko Nuevo, a Western Mass-based company. His shows are known for their passion, rhythm, and cultural depth.
9:00 PM – Las Karamba lights up the Soundstage with an irresistible fusion of salsa, timba, son, and cha-cha-cha, infused with rap, samba, and rumba. Formed in Barcelona and composed of six women from across Latin America and Europe, their performance is joyful, fierce, and fully captivating—led by powerhouse vocalist Ahyvin Bruno.
The night closes with a late-night drum circle led by local legend Tony Vacca—a communal, high-energy sendoff to a weekend of rhythm, connection, and celebration.
Race Street SalsaFest at De la Luz is free and open to all, with donations welcome. Come dance, eat, learn, and feel the beat in downtown Holyoke’s Puerto Rican Cultural District. Register to get updates and secure your spot.
