The Chicago Latin Music Festival is Back for 2015
The Chicago Latin Music Festival is back for 2015, and it’s bigger and better than ever! With a lineup of world-renowned musicians and a schedule of events that will keep you entertained all weekend long, this is one festival you won’t want to miss.
Introduction
The Chicago Latin Music Festival is back for its fifth edition, showcasing the best in Latin music from around the world.
The festival will take place from October 1-4, 2015 at various venues across the city, including the Congress Theater, the House of Blues, and the Concord Music Hall.
There will be dozens of artists performing at the festival, including headliners like Ozomatli, Grammy-winning Mexican rock band Maná, and Colombian singer-songwriter Juanes.
Other artists scheduled to perform include: Afro-Cuban All Stars, Bomba Estéreo, Havana d’Primera, Grupo Fantasma, La Leyenda Vallenata, La Santa Cecilia, Los Amigos Invisibles, Mexican Institute of Sound, Molotov, Natalia Lafourcade, Ozomatli, Rafa Arcaute & Friends ft. Erika Chamness. Calle 13’s Residente & Visitante Dj Sets. Venezuela’s La Vida Boheme
History of the festival
The Chicago Latin Music Festival is an annual event that celebrates the best in Latin music and culture. The festival was founded in 2003 by musician and educator Michael Ortega, who wanted to create a space for Latin music and culture to thrive in the city. The festival has grown exponentially since its inception, and now features over 100 artists from all over the world. The 2015 edition of the festival will take place from April 30-May 3 at various venues around Chicago.
What to expect this year
The Chicago Latin Music Festival is back for its seventh year, and it’s bigger and better than ever. This year’s event will feature some of the biggest names in Latin music, including Grammy-winning artists like Mana, Prince Royce, and Marc Anthony. Plus, there will be plenty of food, drink, and dancing to keep everyone entertained. Here’s what you need to know about this year’s Chicago Latin Music Festival.
When and where is it?
The festival will take place on Saturday, August 15th at Millennium Park. It runs from 11am until 10pm, so there’s plenty of time to enjoy everything the festival has to offer.
Who’s performing?
As we mentioned before, some of the biggest names in Latin music will be taking the stage at this year’s festival. In addition to Mana, Prince Royce, and Marc Anthony, you can also expect to see Ricky Martin, J Balvin, Gente de Zona, Jesse & Joy, Alex Sensation, and many more.
What else is there to do?
In addition to all the great music performances, you can also enjoy traditional food and drink from some of Chicago’s best Latin American restaurants. There will also be dancing and other entertainment throughout the day.
Headliners
This year’s headliners include:
-Grammy Award-winning Afro-Cuban jazz pianist Omar Sosa
-Ecuadorian singer/songwriter Teresa García Cervantes, aka Toto la Momposina
-Peruvian cajonero (cajón player) Percy Robles
– Panamanian singer/songwriter Ruben Blades
– Puerto Rican salsa singer Eddie Palmieri
– Mexican bandleader Carlos Santana
Schedule
The full schedule for the 2015 Chicago Latin Music Festival is now available! This year’s festival will feature a wide variety of genres, including salsa, bachata, merengue, cumbia, and more. Artist lineup and set times are subject to change, so be sure to check the website or download the app for the most up-to-date information.
The festival will take place over two weekends in August. Weekend one (August 7-9) will feature headlining acts such as Rey Ruiz, Giro Lopez, and Pete “El Conde” Rodriguez. Weekend two (August 14-16) will include headliners such as Marco Antonio Solis, Eddie Palmieri, and Tego Calderon.
In addition to the musical performances, the festival will also feature food from some of Chicago’s best Latin restaurants, as well as arts and crafts vendors. So come on out and enjoy some great music, food, and culture!
Conclusion
The festival will feature a wide variety of Latin music, from traditional to contemporary. There will also be a food court with Latin-inspired cuisine, and a marketplace with Latin-themed merchandise. The festival is free and open to the public.
