Festival Latino at Garner Recreation Center: Music, Food & Family Fun
A free Friday night full of flavor and culture.
Shannon
September 10, 2025
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Festival Latino is turning the Garner Recreation Center into a hub of music, dance, and community on Friday, September 12, from 6–9 PM—and the best part is, admission is free. Bring the whole crew for live performances, colorful crafts, food trucks dishing out irresistible eats, and a kids’ zone guaranteed to burn off some energy. It’s the kind of night where you can learn a new dance step, shop for handmade treasures, and still have time for tacos before bedtime.
This isn’t sponsored (we’d let you know if it was). We just think salsa music pairs perfectly with actual salsa. (Just so you know: Sponsored content in our newsletter is always marked with “*”).
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🎸 This Week: Junior H | Latin
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