DJ Ron Palma
Latin grooves to set the floor on fire from the first hour.
12:00 – 1:00 PM2nd Annual · Modesto, CA
Modesto Latin Music & Dance Festival
"Feel the Rhythm, Taste the Culture."
Date
SAT · OCT 10
Time
11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Venue
Mancini Bowl
Family-Friendly
Kids Free with Adult
Live Bands & DJs
Outdoor Festival
About the Festival
A One-Day Fiesta in the Heart of Modesto
Modesto Latin Music & Dance Festival is a celebration of Latin music, dance, and culture — built to showcase the thriving local salsa, bachata, and Latin dance scene, and to invite everyone, regardless of cultural background, to come dance.
Live bands, DJs spinning Latin grooves, performances from Central Valley dance studios, mariachi, traditional folklorico, food, and a community of people who just love to move. "We are a family" — that's the whole vibe.
- Salsa
- Bachata
- Cha Cha Cha
- Cumbia
- Folklorico
- Mariachi
"This festival is for everyone. Whether you've been dancing for years or you've never tried before — come, feel the rhythm, and become part of the family."
Alethia Alvarez Founder · Latin dance instructor in Modesto since 2018
2nd Annual
The Lineup · 2026
DJs, Bands, and Folklorico
A non-stop run of Latin grooves — live mariachi, the Central Valley's best dance studios, traveling Latin bands, and DJs spinning till 5 PM.
Alegria Performing Arts Academy
Traditional Mexican folklorico opens the festival with full regalia.
11:15 AM – 12:00 PMSúbale
Latin band straight from Fresno — full salsa & tropical horns.
1:00 – 1:50 PM · 3:00 – 3:50 PMCentral Valley Dance Studios
Salsa, bachata, cha cha cha, cumbia — back-to-back showcases from the region's top studios.
2:00 – 3:00 PMMariachi (TBA)
A Modesto fest isn't a fest without mariachi. Group to be announced.
Time TBADJ ModSaBa & DJ Carlos Alexander
The closing fiesta — back-to-back DJ set to send everyone home dancing.
3:50 – 5:00 PM+ More artists & performers announcing soon. Follow @modlatinmusicdancefest for drops.
Day-Of Schedule
Saturday Run-of-Show
- 11:00 AM Doors Open — gates open at Mancini Bowl, Graceada Park.
- 11:15 AM Folklorico Opening — Alegria Performing Arts Academy.
- 12:00 PM DJ Ron Palma — opening Latin set.
- 1:00 PM Súbale (Live) — Latin band, set 1.
- 2:00 PM Dance Studios Showcase — Central Valley studios perform.
- 3:00 PM Súbale (Live) — set 2.
- 3:50 PM Closing DJ Fiesta — DJ ModSaBa & DJ Carlos Alexander.
- 5:00 PM Festival Closes — gracias por la fiesta.
Tickets · 2026
Pick Your Pass
Three ways to join the fiesta. Early Bird saves you the most — quantities limited. Kids under 12 are free with a ticketed adult.
Early Bird
Limited release. The cheapest way in.
$25
/ ticket
- General admission entry, all-day
- Access to the dance floor & performances
- Live bands, DJs, mariachi, folklorico
- Best price — while supplies last
General Admission
The full festival experience.
$35
/ ticket
- General admission entry, all-day
- Full lineup access (bands, DJs, performers)
- Open-air dance floor at Mancini Bowl
- Available right up until the gates open
VIP Lounge
Exclusive lounge access & the best seats.
$95
/ ticket
- Everything in General Admission
- VIP lounge with reserved seating
- Closest sightlines to the stage
- Limited — book early
Kids under 12 are free with a ticketed adult
Tickets available year-round — price tiers fill in order
Secure checkout · instant email delivery
Festival Merch
Wear the Fiesta
Limited-run festival merch — shirts and hats designed for 2026. Ships fast. Wear it to the fest, wear it after.
Shirt
Shirt
Lineup Tee · Black
Heavy cotton tee — full-back festival lineup print. Sizes S–XXL.
$30
USD
Add to Cart
Hat
Hat
Memories from 2025
Last Year Was a Fiesta
A look back at the 2025 Modesto Latin Music & Dance Festival — one packed day of music, dance, and community at Mancini Bowl.
Festival FAQ
Stuff People Always Ask
When and where is the festival?
Saturday, October 10, 2026, 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM, at Mancini Bowl (Graceada Park, Modesto, CA). It's an outdoor festival in the heart of Modesto, CA.
Are kids allowed? Is it family-friendly?
Yes — this is a family festival. Kids under 12 are free with a ticketed adult. Bring abuela. Bring the kids. Everyone dances.
What's the difference between General Admission and VIP?
General Admission gets you full festival access — bands, DJs, performers, dance floor, all day. VIP adds reserved lounge seating with the closest sightlines to the stage. VIP is limited — book early.
Will food and drinks be available?
Yes — a curated selection of Latin food vendors and beverage options. Come hungry. Outside food and drinks aren't permitted, but water stations will be available.
What if it rains?
The festival is rain-or-shine at the covered Mancini Bowl. In extreme weather we'll communicate any changes via Instagram and email — make sure your ticket email is current.
Is the venue accessible (wheelchair, mobility devices)?
Yes. Mancini Bowl in Graceada Park has accessible entry and seating areas. If you need specific accommodations, email us at [email protected] ahead of the festival and we'll make sure you're set.
How does parking work?
Free street parking surrounds Graceada Park. Arrive early for the closest spots — doors open at 11 AM and the lot fills before the first band hits the stage. Rideshare drop-off is along Sycamore Ave.
What's the refund policy?
All ticket sales are final. In the rare case the festival is cancelled or rescheduled by the organizer, full refunds are issued automatically to the original purchase method.
Do I need to know how to dance?
Absolutely not. Half the people on the dance floor are first-timers. Watch the showcases, follow along, ask someone to teach you a basic step — it's that kind of crowd. The whole point is "everyone dances."
How do I get the merch — can I buy it at the festival?
Both. Order online via the merch section above and we'll ship straight to you, or hit the merch booth on festival day. Online orders before the event ship within 3–5 business days.
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