33Rd Annual

Indio International Tamale Festival

December 6-7 • Miles Ave park

10 AM - 7 PM

FREE ADMISSION

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FREE PARKING AT RIVERSIDE COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS

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FREE SHUTTLE TO EVENT

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FREE ADMISSION * FREE PARKING AT RIVERSIDE COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS * FREE SHUTTLE TO EVENT *

Entertainment Schedule

Music & Community Stage The Chavela Throwdown presented by Estrella Jalisco Kids & Strolling Entertainment
Saturday, December 6
10:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Music & Community Stage

  • 12:00 PM
    Opening Ceremony / Tamale Eating Contest Kick off the weekend and cheer on our tamale super-fans.
  • 1:00 PM
    Ballet Folklorico Cruzando Tierras Traditional folklórico by Imagine Schools students.
  • 2:00 PM
    Ballet Folklorico Sol Del Desierto Classic regional dances with colorful costumes.
  • 3:00 PM
    Grupo Folklorico Sol de mi Tierra Community folklórico troupe sharing Mexico’s dance traditions.
  • 4:00 PM
    Let’s Dance Studio Dance Local studio showcase featuring youth performers.
  • 5:00 PM
    Outlaw Mariachi 5 PM Headliner High-energy rock & mariachi mashup from Los Angeles. IG

The Chavela Throwdown – Presented by Estrella Jalisco

  • 11:30 AM
    Luchador Match – Round 1 Opening bout with live Mexican-style wrestling.
  • 12:30 PM
    Luchador Match – Round 2 DJ C4 keeps the energy up between bouts.
  • 1:30 PM
    Luchador Match – Round 3 Signature masks, larger-than-life characters, big reactions.
  • 2:30 PM
    Luchador Match – Round 4 Cheer on your favorite luchador in the afternoon rounds.
  • 3:30 PM
    Luchador Match – Round 5 High-energy match as the arena heats up.
  • 4:30 PM
    Luchador Match – Round 6 Final bout of the day at the Chavela Throwdown.
  • All Day
    DJ C4 Spinning at the arena between matches and keeping the crowd hyped.

Kids & Strolling Entertainment

  • All Day
    Megan the Bubbleologist Strolling bubble shows and interactive bubble fun across the park.
  • 10:30 AM – 3:30 PM
    Mariachi Del Ayer Strolling mariachi bringing live music to the walkways.
  • Featured
    Escaramuza Charra Alteza Synchronized horseback riding inspired by charrería traditions. Check onsite for showtimes.
  • 12:00 PM
    Arty Loon – Magic Show Family Stage magic with comedy and audience participation.
  • 3:00 PM
    Arty Loon – Magic Show Afternoon set with illusions and family-friendly laughs.
  • 5:00 PM
    Arty Loon – Magic Show Early evening show to close out the day on the Family Stage.
  • All Day
    Arty Loon (Strolling) Two strolling sets per day with close-up magic around the grounds.
Sunday, December 7
10:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Music & Community Stage

  • 10:00 AM
    Ballet Folklorico Picasso James Monroe Elementary students performing folklórico classics.
  • 11:00 AM
    Performance TBA Check back for an added community performance.
  • 12:00 – 12:40 PM
    Grupo Folklorico “Son de México” Traditional Mexican dances with vibrant regional costumes.
  • 1:00 – 1:40 PM
    Retoños de Mexico Jr. Youth folklórico ensemble celebrating culture on stage.
  • 2:00 – 2:40 PM
    Retoños De Mexico Full ensemble performance with classic and modern routines.
  • 3:00 PM
    Indio High School Dance Team and Royals All Star Cheer High-energy school spirit and cheer choreography.
  • 4:00 – 4:30 PM
    Performance TBA Additional community performance to be announced.
  • 5:00 PM
    Calmala 5 PM Headliner Coachella-based band blending cumbia and rock en español. IG

The Chavela Throwdown – Presented by Estrella Jalisco

  • 11:30 AM
    Luchador Match – Round 1 Opening round to kick off Sunday in the arena.
  • 12:30 PM
    Luchador Match – Round 2 Masked heroes and villains face off in the ring.
  • 1:30 PM
    Luchador Match – Round 3 Action-packed bout with big crowd moments.
  • 2:30 PM
    Luchador Match – Round 4 Afternoon showdown at the Chavela Throwdown.
  • 3:30 PM
    Luchador Match – Round 5 More flips, slams, and cheers from the crowd.
  • 4:30 PM
    Luchador Match – Round 6 Final Sunday round to close the Chavela Throwdown.
  • All Day
    DJ C4 Arena soundtrack all day between lucha matches.

Kids & Strolling Entertainment

  • All Day
    Megan the Bubbleologist Giant bubbles and interactive bubble play throughout the park.
  • 10:30 AM – 3:30 PM
    Mariachi Del Ayer Strolling mariachi sets to soundtrack your tamale tasting.
  • Featured
    Escaramuza Charra Alteza Elegant horseback formations inspired by escaramuza riders. Check onsite for showtimes.
  • 12:00 PM
    Arty Loon – Magic Show Daytime magic show on the Family Stage.
  • 3:00 PM
    Arty Loon – Magic Show Afternoon magic and comedy for all ages.
  • 5:00 PM
    Arty Loon – Magic Show Closing Family Stage performance before the evening headliner.
  • All Day
    Arty Loon (Strolling) Two strolling sets per day with close-up tricks and balloon fun.

Taste The Tradition

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Saborea la Tradición

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Comida, Cultura, y Comunidad

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Taste The Tradition 〰️ Saborea la Tradición 〰️ Comida, Cultura, y Comunidad 〰️

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