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
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11:00 AM
Imagine Schools Riverside ELOP–ASES Dance, Drumline, and Color Guard showcase.
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12:00 PM
Opening Ceremony / Tamale Eating Contest Kick off the weekend and cheer on our tamale super-fans.
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1:00 PM
Ballet Folklorico Cruzando Tierras Traditional folklórico by Imagine Schools students.
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2:00 PM
Ballet Folklorico Sol Del Desierto Classic regional dances with colorful costumes.
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3:00 PM
Grupo Folklorico Sol de mi Tierra Community folklórico troupe sharing Mexico’s dance traditions.
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4:00 PM
Let’s Dance Studio Dance Local studio showcase featuring youth performers.
- 5:00 PM
The Chavela Throwdown – Presented by Estrella Jalisco
- 11:30 AMLuchador Match – Round 1Opening bout with live Mexican-style wrestling.
- 12:30 PMLuchador Match – Round 2DJ C4 keeps the energy up between bouts.
- 1:30 PMLuchador Match – Round 3Signature masks, larger-than-life characters, big reactions.
- 2:30 PMLuchador Match – Round 4Cheer on your favorite luchador in the afternoon rounds.
- 3:30 PMLuchador Match – Round 5High-energy match as the arena heats up.
- 4:30 PMLuchador Match – Round 6Final bout of the day at the Chavela Throwdown.
- All DayDJ C4Spinning at the arena between matches and keeping the crowd hyped.
Kids & Strolling Entertainment
- All DayMegan the BubbleologistStrolling bubble shows and interactive bubble fun across the park.
- 10:30 AM – 3:30 PMMariachi Del AyerStrolling mariachi bringing live music to the walkways.
- FeaturedEscaramuza Charra AltezaSynchronized horseback riding inspired by charrería traditions. Check onsite for showtimes.
- 12:00 PMArty Loon – Magic ShowFamily Stage magic with comedy and audience participation.
- 3:00 PMArty Loon – Magic ShowAfternoon set with illusions and family-friendly laughs.
- 5:00 PMArty Loon – Magic ShowEarly evening show to close out the day on the Family Stage.
- All DayArty 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 AMBallet Folklorico PicassoJames Monroe Elementary students performing folklórico classics.
- 11:00 AMPerformance TBACheck back for an added community performance.
- 12:00 – 12:40 PMGrupo Folklorico “Son de México”Traditional Mexican dances with vibrant regional costumes.
- 1:00 – 1:40 PMRetoños de Mexico Jr.Youth folklórico ensemble celebrating culture on stage.
- 2:00 – 2:40 PMRetoños De MexicoFull ensemble performance with classic and modern routines.
- 3:00 PMIndio High School Dance Team and Royals All Star CheerHigh-energy school spirit and cheer choreography.
- 5:00 PM
The Chavela Throwdown – Presented by Estrella Jalisco
- 11:30 AMLuchador Match – Round 1Opening round to kick off Sunday in the arena.
- 12:30 PMLuchador Match – Round 2Masked heroes and villains face off in the ring.
- 1:30 PMLuchador Match – Round 3Action-packed bout with big crowd moments.
- 2:30 PMLuchador Match – Round 4Afternoon showdown at the Chavela Throwdown.
- 3:30 PMLuchador Match – Round 5More flips, slams, and cheers from the crowd.
- 4:30 PMLuchador Match – Round 6Final Sunday round to close the Chavela Throwdown.
- All DayDJ C4Arena soundtrack all day between lucha matches.
Kids & Strolling Entertainment
- All DayMegan the BubbleologistGiant bubbles and interactive bubble play throughout the park.
- 10:30 AM – 3:30 PMMariachi Del AyerStrolling mariachi sets to soundtrack your tamale tasting.
- FeaturedEscaramuza Charra AltezaElegant horseback formations inspired by escaramuza riders. Check onsite for showtimes.
- 12:00 PMArty Loon – Magic ShowDaytime magic show on the Family Stage.
- 3:00 PMArty Loon – Magic ShowAfternoon magic and comedy for all ages.
- 5:00 PMArty Loon – Magic ShowClosing Family Stage performance before the evening headliner.
- All DayArty 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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