Events
Sat, Aug 29
|The Dalles Art Center
Raíces: Opening Party
Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating the vibrant art, music, food, and traditions of Hispanic culture.
Time & Location
Aug 29, 2026, 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
The Dalles Art Center, 220 E 4th St, The Dalles, OR 97058, USA
About The Event
Celebrate the opening of Raíces: A Hispanic Heritage Celebration with an evening filled with art, music, food, and culture at our Raíces Opening Party & Street Festival!
This free, family-friendly celebration will bring downtown to life with traditional dancing horses, delicious local food vendors, live music by Javier Torres y Su Energía Norteña, and vibrant performances by Ballet Folklórico Alma Oaxaqueña. Inside the gallery, be among the first to experience Raíces, an exhibition featuring traditional and contemporary Hispanic artwork and artists, whose diverse perspectives celebrate heritage, identity, and artistic expression.
Presented in partnership with the Hood River Latino Network, this celebration honors the rich cultural traditions and lasting contributions of Hispanic communities while creating opportunities for connection, learning, and celebration through the arts. Whether you're coming for the music, the food, the performances, or the exhibition, there's something for everyone to enjoy!
Special thanks to our event sponsors, Casa El Mirador…