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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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
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11:30 AM
Luchador Match – Round 1 Opening bout with live Mexican-style wrestling.
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12:30 PM
Luchador Match – Round 2 DJ C4 keeps the energy up between bouts.
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1:30 PM
Luchador Match – Round 3 Signature masks, larger-than-life characters, big reactions.
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2:30 PM
Luchador Match – Round 4 Cheer on your favorite luchador in the afternoon rounds.
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3:30 PM
Luchador Match – Round 5 High-energy match as the arena heats up.
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4:30 PM
Luchador Match – Round 6 Final bout of the day at the Chavela Throwdown.
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All Day
DJ C4 Spinning at the arena between matches and keeping the crowd hyped.
Kids & Strolling Entertainment
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All Day
Megan the Bubbleologist Strolling bubble shows and interactive bubble fun across the park.
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10:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Mariachi Del Ayer Strolling mariachi bringing live music to the walkways.
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Featured
Escaramuza Charra Alteza Synchronized horseback riding inspired by charrería traditions. Check onsite for showtimes.
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12:00 PM
Arty Loon – Magic Show Family Stage magic with comedy and audience participation.
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3:00 PM
Arty Loon – Magic Show Afternoon set with illusions and family-friendly laughs.
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5:00 PM
Arty Loon – Magic Show Early evening show to close out the day on the Family Stage.
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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
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10:00 AM
Ballet Folklorico Picasso James Monroe Elementary students performing folklórico classics.
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11:00 AM
Performance TBA Check back for an added community performance.
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12:00 – 12:40 PM
Grupo Folklorico “Son de México” Traditional Mexican dances with vibrant regional costumes.
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1:00 – 1:40 PM
Retoños de Mexico Jr. Youth folklórico ensemble celebrating culture on stage.
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2:00 – 2:40 PM
Retoños De Mexico Full ensemble performance with classic and modern routines.
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3:00 PM
Indio High School Dance Team and Royals All Star Cheer High-energy school spirit and cheer choreography.
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4:00 – 4:30 PM
Performance TBA Additional community performance to be announced.
- 5:00 PM
The Chavela Throwdown – Presented by Estrella Jalisco
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11:30 AM
Luchador Match – Round 1 Opening round to kick off Sunday in the arena.
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12:30 PM
Luchador Match – Round 2 Masked heroes and villains face off in the ring.
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1:30 PM
Luchador Match – Round 3 Action-packed bout with big crowd moments.
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2:30 PM
Luchador Match – Round 4 Afternoon showdown at the Chavela Throwdown.
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3:30 PM
Luchador Match – Round 5 More flips, slams, and cheers from the crowd.
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4:30 PM
Luchador Match – Round 6 Final Sunday round to close the Chavela Throwdown.
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All Day
DJ C4 Arena soundtrack all day between lucha matches.
Kids & Strolling Entertainment
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All Day
Megan the Bubbleologist Giant bubbles and interactive bubble play throughout the park.
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10:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Mariachi Del Ayer Strolling mariachi sets to soundtrack your tamale tasting.
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Featured
Escaramuza Charra Alteza Elegant horseback formations inspired by escaramuza riders. Check onsite for showtimes.
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12:00 PM
Arty Loon – Magic Show Daytime magic show on the Family Stage.
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3:00 PM
Arty Loon – Magic Show Afternoon magic and comedy for all ages.
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5:00 PM
Arty Loon – Magic Show Closing Family Stage performance before the evening headliner.
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All Day
Arty Loon (Strolling) Two strolling sets per day with close-up tricks and balloon fun.