Latin Music Festival Announced In Stratford

STRATFORD, CT — (Contributed): The Town of Stratford and the Stratford Hispanic Heritage Committee announce the 17th Annual Latin Music Festival, sponsored by Paradise Pizza.

The popular event is scheduled from 12 noon to 6 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 18, with a rain date of Sept. 25. The event will take place on Paradise Green.

The celebration of Latin culture will showcase performances by notable Latin bands and professional folkloric dance groups.

The festival will feature more than 30 vendors, including food trucks, arts and crafts booths and community organizations. The festival falls within Hispanic Heritage Month, which is celebrated from Sept. 15 through Oct. 15.

This year’s theme is “Unidos: Inclusivity for a Stronger Nation.”

Parking is available at Adzima Funeral Home, 50 Paradise Green Place and the Stratford Unitarian Universalist Church, 275 Huntington Road.

“Hispanic Heritage Month reminds us that we are stronger together, and what better way to celebrate our community’s strength by enjoying the sounds and flavors of the Latin Music Festival,” Mayor Laura R. Hoydick said.

“The theme of this year’s Latin Music Festival encourages us to ensure all voices are represented and welcomed to help build stronger communities and, in turn, a stronger nation,” said Gladys Ramos, founder of the Stratford Hispanic Heritage Committee.