(MENAFN- ein presswire) chicago's latino festival
prince royce at miche fest 2023
miche fest 2023
chicago's latino multi-genre festival and largest michelada festival in the u.s.
we created a unique festival experience that fuses a variety of genres and tastes in music into one weekend” - miguel torres, co-founderchicago, illinois, unites states of america, june 28, 2023/einpresswire / -- miche fest, chicago's latino music festival and the largest michelada festival in the u.s., successfully concluded its fifth annual event with live performances by musical legends across genres and generations. the festival unites latinos from diverse backgrounds while showcasing chicago's finest micheladas and celebrating latin culture in the heart of chicago.
recently listed in remezcla's latin music festivals to attend in 2023 , miche fest fuses vibrant mixes of new and timeless classics of reggaeton, merengue, cumbia, bachata, banda, and rock, offering a modern twist on traditions and creating a unique festival experience for all latin music fans to enjoy.
the festival concluded on sunday night after a thrilling weekend of live performances by international artists such as elvis crespo, prince royce, natti natasha, gerardo ortiz, r.k.m & ken-y, banda los recoditos, alex lora y el tri, and grupo kual, each bringing their unique style and drawing in their own devoted fanbase.
“we created a unique festival experience that fuses a variety of genres and tastes in music into one weekend," says miche fest co-founder miguel torres.“we took a melting-pot approach that rarely exists among other festivals, combining both local and international talent, to harness the power of music in bringing people together.”
the weekend kicked off on saturday with the reggaeton duo r.k.m & ken-y and noriel heating up the stage for the king of merengue, elvis crespo, who graced the audience with a truly legendary performance, engaging fans with his mesmerizing presence. the crowd rejoiced as crespo lit up the stage with his encore performance and merengue twist of bad bunny's“neverita”.
la más dura natti natasha took the stage next, bringing her poderosa energy to turn up the summertime heat in chicago. closing out day one with bachata rhythms filling the air, prince royce delivered an unforgettable experience, inviting fans to join him on stage, dancing and singing along to bachata classics.
the festival continued into sunday with refreshing, modern performances from up-and-coming talent. among them were chicago local bands la organización and grupo vanguardia, as well as rising musician lilo bermúdez.
hailing from mexico city, grupo kual delivered a vibrant and rhythmic presentation with live aztec-style dancers, as cumbia lovers danced along to sonidero, vividly embodying the essence of mexico. alex lora y el tri later electrified the stage with their timeless rock hits, igniting the crowd as they chanted in unison during the band's rendition of mexico's national anthem while proudly waving a mexican-american flag.
regional mexican music dominated the end of the night with performances by banda los recoditos and the highly anticipated gerardo ortiz, set to embark on his“dijimos tranquilito” tour with miche fest serving as a prelude.
“the artists enjoyed performing at miche fest; they know the neighborhood and were ecstatic to be part of the community and build upon its history,” states co-founder miguel torres.“this concept of bringing artists into our backyard combined with event production that goes beyond expectations is truly special and has had a significant impact both culturally and economically.”
local businesses felt the impact of miche fest throughout the weekend as an influx of festival-goers visited local establishments, eager to dine, drink, and shop in pilsen. the festival's commitment to supporting local businesses is made evident through its collaboration with local brewery cruz blanca to craft“cerveza muñeca,” a unique brew created exclusively for miche fest .
attendees enjoyed personalized experiences across festival grounds–some singing along by the main stage while others opted for a more laid-back experience lounging on blankets. the festival drove an ecosystem within its festival grounds which included a variety of local merchants and muralists showcasing their artistic creativity and giving attendees a peek into the essence of pilsen's vibrant artisanal culture.
additionally, an array of michelada and food vendors offered an abundance of authentic cultural dishes from traditional tacos to arepas, empanadas, tortas, brochetas, and an assortment of other treats, all of which exhibited chicago's iconic culinary heritage, making them an essential part of the miche fest experience.
“i'm beyond proud of our grassroots team who made miche fest a success,” continues torres.“they're a group of extremely talented individuals who used their skills and creativity to create a memorable and positive event for our community.”
miche fest organizers are residents of chicago's pilsen neighborhood and active members of their community. they work closely with city officials and community members to ensure a well-organized event each year. since its inception in 2018, miche fest has continuously improved based on community feedback. additionally, a portion of its annual event's proceeds goes towards supporting a local cause, showcasing its commitment to giving back to the community.
for more information about miche fest, visit , or follow @chimicheladafest on instagram and facebook for real-time updates.
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tribú presents is a chicago-based event production company that hosts cultural events such as miche fest and my house music fest. driven to provide an inclusive and multigenerational festival experience, tribú presents strives to modernize traditions.camila rochin
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