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HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
@JaJa PDX (819 SE Taylor St)
Sat, Oct 18 12-8pm FREE ($10 adults)
Join us for an enchanting celebration of Argentinian culture!
Local food trucks with delicious Argie food
Music and dance performances
Kids corner with fun activities
Interactive cultural experiences
Unique workshops on Argie culture
(yerba mate, comics... Mafalda & El Eternauta, art and history)
Mark your calendar, invite your friends and family, and get ready to immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Argentinian culture.
@JaJa PDX (819 SE Taylor St)
Sat, Oct 18 1-2pm FREE ($10 adults)
part of the Portland Argentinian Festival
Join us for a breathtaking live tango performance by the acclaimed duo Nin & Samuel, right here in Portland! As part of the Portland Argentinian Festival, this show will be a celebration of Argentine culture, music, and the soul of tango.
Whether you’re a longtime tango lover or just curious about the dance that took the world by storm, this is an experience you won’t want to miss. Come early, bring friends, and stay to enjoy live music, food, folklore, and more throughout the day!
Come earlier! Stay later! Festival runs from 12-8pm
Included with your festival admission
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
@JaJa PDX (819 SE Taylor St)
Sat, Oct 18 1:15pm FREE ($10 adults)
Sat, Oct 18 4:15pm FREE ($10 adults)
part of the Portland Argentinian Festival
Curious about that traditional gourd and metal straw? Come experience the world of Yerba Mate, Argentina’s iconic herbal drink, in this interactive cultural workshop! Learn about:
📚 The rich history and social traditions of mate
🌱 How yerba mate is grown and prepared
👥 The etiquette of sharing mate in Argentina
🧉 Live demo — see how it’s done, and maybe even taste!
Whether you're a total beginner or already a fan, this is a great way to deepen your appreciation for one of South America's most beloved traditions.
Bring your curiosity and come sip with us!
Come earlier! Stay later! Festival runs from 12-8pm
Included with your festival admission
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
@JaJa PDX (819 SE Taylor St)
Sat, Oct 18 2:15pm FREE ($10 adults)
Sat, Oct 18 6:15pm FREE ($10 adults)
part of the Portland Argentinian Festival
Ever wondered how to play Truco, the fast-paced, bluff-filled card game beloved across Argentina? Now’s your chance to learn!
Join us for a fun and interactive Truco Workshop, included FREE with your festival admission! Whether you're brand new to the game or just want to brush up on the rules, this workshop is for you!
📚 No experience needed
🕒 Workshop times: 2:15pm & 6:15pm (45 min class)
Come for the culture, stay for the cards. Let’s truco!
Come earlier! Stay later! Festival runs from 12-8pm
Included with your festival admission
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
@JaJa PDX (819 SE Taylor St)
Sat, Oct 18 3:15pm Mafalda
Sat, Oct 18 7:15pm El Eternauta
part of the Portland Argentinian Festival
Join us for a special Argentinian Comics Workshop and dive into the rich world of historietas — Argentina’s beloved comic book tradition! Whether you're a long-time fan or completely new to these cultural icons, these sessions will open your eyes to the humor, politics, and imagination that define the genre.
👉 3:15 PM – "El Universo de Mafalda"
Discover the world of Mafalda, the witty, socially conscious little girl who became an international symbol of curiosity and critique.
👉 7:15 PM – "El Eternauta"
Explore the legendary sci-fi saga El Eternauta, a haunting and heroic tale that still resonates in Argentine culture today.
👥 Great for all ages and backgrounds
🎨 Presented by passionate comic scholars and fans
🗣️ Bilingual content (Spanish & English)
Come celebrate Argentina’s vibrant storytelling tradition through the art of comics. This is more than a workshop — it’s a cultural journey through ink and imagination!
Come earlier! Stay later! Festival runs from 12-8pm
Included with your festival admission
@JaJa PDX (819 SE Taylor St)
Sat, Oct 18 5:15pm FREE ($10 adults)
part of the Portland Argentinian Festival
¡Vení a jugar, expresarte y descubrir el teatro en español!
Te invitamos a participar en una clase de teatro divertida y dinámica, pensada para todos los niveles — no necesitás experiencia previa, solo ganas de moverte, reírte y conectar con otros a través del arte escénico.
Juegos teatrales
Ejercicios de expresión en español
Trabajo grupal y creatividad compartida
Ideal para estudiantes de español, actores principiantes, amantes del teatro o simplemente curiosos con ganas de probar algo nuevo.
¡Sumate y animate a actuar en español!
Come earlier! Stay later! Festival runs from 12-8pm
Included with your festival admission
@JaJa PDX (819 SE Taylor St)
Sat, Oct 18 6:30pm FREE ($10 adults)
part of the Portland Argentinian Festival
Get ready to rock at the Portland Argentinian Festival with Verde Stereo, the ultimate tribute band celebrating the legendary sounds of Soda Stereo and Enanitos Verdes! (two of the most beloved 80s-90s rock bands from Latin America - Argentina, specifically)
Join us on Saturday, October 18th at 6:30 PM for an electrifying performance that brings the spirit of Argentinian rock & roll to life. Whether you're a longtime fan or new to Latin rock, this high-energy show is sure to get you singing and dancing.
Don’t miss Seattle, WA's Verde Stereo as they close the festival and light up the stage and honor two of Argentina’s most iconic bands!
Come earlier, festival runs from 12-8pm
Show included with your festival admission
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
@Miracle Theater (525 SE Stark)
Oct 16-Nov 9 $22 students
teatro: "¡Alebrijes! - A Día de Muertos Tale" is a playful homage to the totemic creations of the original creator of alebrijes, Mexico City’s Pedro Linares, who in 1936 first created and named the surreal and imaginative “animal-like” creatures.
A mythologized account of Linares’ life (and almost death!), this screwball comedy is about art’s capacity to transcend mortality. Audiences will follow Pedro on his nostalgic visit to Mexico City in 1936, discover his special relationship to his animal totems, and join him in his journey through a psychedelic Oaxacan underworld. When Pedro attempts to trade his soul with La Muerte to save his brother, he quickly learns that one shouldn’t try to strike bargains with Death. After Pedro’s alebrijes rescue him from his near-death experience, he realizes the importance of relationships, and he fulfills his artistic potential by creating something that becomes a cultural legacy.
"¡Alebrijes!" celebrates the beauty and absurdity of life, art, and love, and invites us to consider that death is not a severance, but an evolution.
Written by Georgina Escobar and Directed by Juliana Morales
Special tie-in event:
Alebrije workshop - create your own
Sun Oct 12 + Oct 19 12-1:15pm $5-10
@Miracle Theater (525 SE Stark)
Sat, Oct 18 3-5pm $5
Limited space, pre-register early tix here
Special event: part of Milagro's Día de Muertos Festival.
arte: Artist Santiago Savi, an IDEAL PDX special guest from México, invites participants into a creative space rooted in Indigenous tradition and personal storytelling.
A Mixtec painter from Veracruz with ancestral roots in Oaxaca, he will guide attendees in creating unique works on papel amate—a traditional handmade bark paper used by Indigenous communities in Mexico.
This workshop is both a hands-on artistic experience and a cultural offering—an opportunity to connect with ancestral knowledge and express gratitude through visual storytelling.
@Miracle Theater - Zócalo Room (525 SE Stark)
Sun, Oct 19 12-1:15pm $5-10
Limited space, pre-register early tix here
Special event: part of Milagro's Día de Muertos Festival.
arte: Join Marilyn Cisneros Shawe from @Jazzysdesign in making your very own Alebrije with repurposed cardboard, newspaper, and tissue. Create your own little alebrije to put on your ofrenda at home! Join for one or both sessions!
Alebrijes are a significant part of Mexican folk art, celebrated frequently in parades, and often small alebrijes are seen on Day of the Dead ofrendas.
@Hollywood Theater (4122 NE Sandy)
Sun, Oct 19 3pm $10 student
cine (Portland Latin American Film Festival):
rock documentary: This electrifying documentary preserves a forgotten but essential chapter of cultural history—echoing our mission to celebrate independent voices.
A vibrant portrait of a legendary underground bar in 1980s Mexico City, where art, music, and rebellion flourished beyond the reach of censors. Tutti Frutti served as a cradle for Mexican counterculture.
Director Laura Ponte will be in attendance to introduce the film and participate in a Q&A session following the screening.
México
@Cargo (81 SE Yamhill St)
Sun, Oct 19 12-4pm FREE
arte: Drop in and make a mini paper retablo with Calli of Stampgurlz. Retablos are traditional Mexican works of art that depict religious scenes or parts of peoples daily lives. These miniature versions will be made out of paper and can be placed in your home or on your altar.
Come by for delicious café de olla coffee from 11-3pm and stay for the retablo workshop from 12-4pm. Drop in anytime from for this free class but please limit your time crafting to under an hour.
Cargo will provide all materials, but bring your own photos, papers, and tiny memorabilia to add to your precious retablo.
@Alberta Rose Theater (3000 NE Alberta)
Mon, Oct 20 7:30pm (doors 6:30) $35 adv tix
Under 16 ok if with an adult
música y danza: Rafael Ramírez returns to the U.S. with the Spain Flamenco Arts Tour 2025.
Experience the power and passion of flamenco as award-winning dancer Rafael Ramírez presents his latest work, Crónica de un Suceso (Chronicle of a Time That Was)
Premiered at the prestigious 2025 Flamenco Festival de Jerez (Spain), Crónica de un Suceso earned Rafael the Artista Revelación award (Best New Artist), solidifying his place as one of flamenco’s most compelling new voices.
A journey through time, Crónica de un Suceso pays tribute to Antonio Gades, one of the most iconic flamenco dancers in history - blending tradition, innovation, and deep emotional resonance.
@Hollywood Theater (4122 NE Sandy)
Wed, Oct 22 7:30pm $10 student
cine (Portland Latin American Film Festival):
Coming of age drama: Esta Isla offers a poignant portrait of Puerto Rican youth caught between desperation and hope. With award-winning cinematography and powerful storytelling, it sheds light on the resilience of a community navigating urgent social realities.
Siblings Charlie and Bebo maintain a humble but freewheeling lifestyle in their coastal Puerto Rican town. They party with friends on the beach at night — and by day, they try to make ends meet as fishermen with the occasional side hustle.
Against this backdrop, teenage Bebo meets and falls in love with Lola, from a privileged family. But when Charlie becomes embroiled in shady dealings running up against the business of a local drug dealer, the young lovers flee and seek shelter deep in the island’s untamed and isolated mountains…
Puerto Rico
@@Walters Cultural Arts Center (527 East Main Street - Hillsboro)
Fri, Oct 24 7:30pm (doors 6:30) $27 adv tix
Under 16 ok if with an adult
música: With her captivating vintage voice and radiant charisma, Brazilian singer-songwriter Caro blends samba, forró, reggae, soul and pop into a rich, cross-cultural sound that speaks directly to the heart. Defying labels, she expresses her art without musical borders in genres, weaving in messages of love, hope and healing through her music.
Backed by an all-star Brazilian band, Caro performs originals and covers in Portuguese, Spanish, and English with irresistible energy, authenticity, and warmth. With influences ranging from Sade to Amy Winehouse to Bebel Gilberto, her presence is felt as soon as she strikes her first note. Through her effortless charm and emotionally rich performances, she’s won over audiences around the world.
@Artichoke Music (2007 SE Powell Blvd)
Fri, Oct 24 7:30pm (doors at 7) $13
Reservations by phone or online to assure your spot.
música y danza: You're invited to an unforgettable evening of flamenco music and dance at Tablao Flamenco La Alcachofa, featuring the Emerging Artists of Espacio Flamenco!
These talented artists are developing their own flamenco styles, and this is your chance to witness new works in progress in an intimate tablao setting. Bring your jaleos and good vibes as we celebrate growth, artistry, and community! Advance tickets recommended.
Seats are first come, first served. In the case of a sold out event patrons may be required to share tables.
@Moda Center
Fri, Oct 24 7pm $60+
baloncesto: Rip City, join us Friday, October 24 as we face the Golden State Warriors at our annual Celebration of Hispanic & Latine Heritage! A portion of the night’s proceeds will support our incredible non-profit partner, Latino Network. Don’t miss the fiesta, secure your tickets now!
@Powells (1005 W Burnside)
Sat, Oct 25 10:30am $FREE
libros: In Gabriela Orozco Belt’s bilingual picture book, Día de los Muertos / Day of the Dead ABC (duopress) — beautifully illustrated by Estelí Meza — readers will delight in discovering the rich traditions and customs of Day of the Dead. From decorating colorful altars to enjoying delicious pan de muerto, this heartwarming book captures the essence of this special celebration.
@Garden Home Recreation Center
(7475 SW Oleson Rd. Beaverton)
Sat, Oct 25 4-8pm $FREE
Free family friendly event that includes performances, culturally specific resources, market and food vendors.
The Sempoashochitl flower (Marigold) is a meaningful plant for the Anahuaca culture- native to what is known today as México. The Sempoashochitl Festival happens when the flower is harvested and many dishes, soups and teas can be made with the petals and leaves. The Sempoashochitl Festival is a time to celebrate life and nature. The event features vendors (arts and crafts), food vendor, and a variety of performances and one community altar. Tualatin Hills Parks & Rec
@Cargo (81 SE Yamhill St)
Sun, Oct 26 1-3pm $25
arte: Join artist and cultural leader Atzin Xomalli in a hands-on workshop where you will create your own ritual altar using terracotta clay. Inspired by the rich traditions of her hometown and the artistry of Metepec, Mexico—where life and death are celebrated with profound symbolism.
Atzin guides participants in shaping clay into personal altars that honor memory, spirit, and transformation. Through this creative process, you will explore the meaning of ritual, the connection to earth through terracotta’s natural tones, and the ways in which altars can hold space for reflection, remembrance, and celebration.
Participants will leave with a clay altar that embodies their own stories and intentions, while also experiencing the cultural depth of Metepec’s artistry and traditions.
@Cargo (81 SE Yamhill St)
Sun, Oct 26 3-5pm FREE
arte: Artist Santiago Savi is a Mixtec Indigenous painter born in Abasolo del Valle, Veracruz, with ancestral roots in San Juan Mixtepec, Oaxaca. His art honors the Mixtec worldview—celebrating Mother Earth, the milpa, animals, nahuales, and traditional textiles. He has directed films and painted murals in cities like New York, Mexico City, Oaxaca, and Veracruz, with exhibitions across Mexico and the U.S.
He signs as Savi, meaning “rain” in his native language—symbolizing the creative force that brings life and bloom through art.
@Central Library (801 SW 10th)
Sun, Oct 26 2-3pm $FREE
música: Join us for one of multiples events celebrating the Hispanic Heritage Month with the Multnomah County Library.
Woodburn High School Mariachi Band performs traditional Mariachi music in Spanish and English.
@Hollywood Theater (4122 NE Sandy)
Sun, Oct 26 3pm $10 student
cine (Portland Latin American Film Festival):
rock documentary: This documentary-concert celebrates Santa Sabina’s 30-year legacy as a voice of Mexico’s counterculture. By transforming Los Pinos into a stage for music and memory, it honors a generation’s spirit of rebellion and the enduring power of art.
Thirty years after shaking Mexico’s alternative scene, Santa Sabina remains an icon of counterculture and resistance. This documentary-concert revives the band’s timeless legacy with a powerful quadraphonic performance at Los Pinos—formerly the official residence of Mexico’s presidents and now a cultural center. A celebration of music, memory, and the enduring voice of a generation.
México
@Hollywood Theater (4122 NE Sandy)
Wed, Oct 29 7:30pm $10 student
cine (Portland Latin American Film Festival):
crime/thriller: One night in Isla Maciel, El Galgo -a former hitman recently released from prison- reluctantly accepts a minor job as a “gatillero”: firing shots at a storefront to send a mafia-style message. But what seems like a simple task quickly turns into a nightmare of chaos, betrayal, and survival. Inspired by real people and events, Gunman (Gatillero) is a story of redemption — a gripping thriller told in real time and captured in a single continuous shot. An immersive, raw, and relentless experience from the darkest heart of Buenos Aires.
Before the feature, we will present "Mi Niña Blanca," directed by Luis Backer (Mexico, 2025, 10 min). This short film offers a striking visual journey into Tepito, the heart of Mexico City, where Santa Muerte emerges as a powerful symbol of faith, resilience, and consolation.
Argentina
@Miracle Theater (525 SE Stark)
Wed, Oct 29 5-8pm $5
Limited space, pre-register early tix here
Special event: part of Milagro's Día de Muertos Festival.
arte: Participants are invited to join artist and IDEAL PDX founder Atzin Xomalli-Lagunas to co-create a mobile ofrenda (altar) on a bicycle cart, adding personal offerings in honor of loved ones and ancestors.
As the mobile altar moves through the streets, during the Muertos Altar Tour Bike Ride, people will bike alongside it, transforming public space into a moving celebration of life, remembrance, and cultural resilience. Rooted in a dream that Atzin has nurtured alongside Milagro, this workshop embodies growth, movement, and unity.
Join us in celebrating Dia de Muertos through art, ritual, and community—amplifying tradition and building bridges, one altar at a time.
@Miracle Theater (537 SE Stark) Reserve!!
Sat, Nov 1 12-3pm $FREE
This Día de Los Muertos, join Milagro and The Street Trust to celebrate the special day with a communal bike tour of the Altars set up in the local businesses of Portland Eastside.
We recommend that you start your day with a hearty brunch or early lunch before joining us in Milagro's Zócalo Room (537 SE Stark St) between 12pm - 12:30pm to decorate our bikes.
At 12:30pm a guided three-mile bike ride will depart to explore the Altars built in local businesses of Portland's Central Eastside and across the bike bridge into the Lloyd district. Riders will receive maps of participating businesses and displays.
The ride will happen rain or shine, however, there will be a shorter ride if the weather is bad.
This community event is completely free and only requires an RSVP through the link in our bio!!
@The Redd (831 SE Salmon)
Sat, Nov 1 1-10pm $15
Sun, Nov 2 1-10pm $15
The annual Día de Muertos returns again in for two days of remembrance and celebration! This marks the 17th year of Portland's Dia de Muertos celebration. All are welcome, muertos y vivos.
Live Performances, Food Vendors, Traditional Altares, Sugar Skull decorating, and more!
We are asking for a $15 donation per person, kids are free, and no one will be turned away due to lack of funds. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Immigration Counseling Services.
@Patricia Reser Center for the Arts (12625 SW Crescent St., Beaverton)
Sat, Nov 1 12pm $25-$40
Sat, Nov 1 5pm $25-$40
danza: Be ready to be immersed and transported as Ballet Folklórico Las Rosas de Oregon presents Día de los Muertos: Cuentos y Leyendas. This unforgettable performance invites audiences on a journey through Mexico’s rich traditions of storytelling, folklore, and remembrance, honoring the beauty of Día de los Muertos through music, dance, and storytelling.
More than a holiday, Día de los Muertos is a celebration of life, love, and memory. Families come together to honor their ancestors, filling altars with flowers, candles, and offerings, welcoming the spirits of loved ones with joy instead of sorrow. In this spirit, Cuentos y Leyendas brings to the stage timeless myths and tales that reflect the values of family, heritage, and the eternal bond between the living and the departed. Each performance is a living story that connects us to the past while keeping tradition alive in the present. We invite you to remember, to celebrate, and to be part of this beautiful continued tradition.
@Cargo (81 SE Yamhill St)
Sat/Sun Nov 1 & 2 11am-6pm FREE
Join us for our annual Day of the Dead celebration with food, activities and as-always, our community altar.
November 1st :
Story telling w/ Atzin Xomalli from 2-4pm
Free flower making w/ Stamp Gurlz from 1-4pm
Food from Casa de Mama from 1pm until sold out
Mexican Silver Jewelry from Moonlight Superette
Tarot readers from 12-5pm
Public encouraged to bring offerings, photos & leave notes to loved ones + pet altar
November 2nd:
Traditional Dia de los Muertos blessing by Atzin Xomalli at 3:33 PM
Food from Casa de Mama from 1pm until sold out
Mexican Silver Jewelry from Moonlight Superette
Tarot readers from 12-5pm
@M&M Marketplace (346 SW Walnut St Hillsboro)
Sat/Sun Nov 1 & 2 3-6pm FREE
Honor tradition and celebrate life at our special Día de Muertos Celebration. Enjoy live music, beautifully decorated altares, the colorful Catrina Contest, and Calaveritas Literarias Contest.
Capture memories at our photo booth and let kids enjoy festive face painting. This is a meaningful and joyful community celebration you won’t want to miss!
@Hollywood Theater (4122 NE Sandy)
Sun, Nov 2 3pm $10 student
cine (Portland Latin American Film Festival):
stop motion animation: I Am Frankelda is Mexico’s first stop-motion feature film, following a visionary 19th century writer who ventures into her own fantastical world to confront the monsters she created. With handcrafted puppets, detailed sets, and a haunting score, it marks a milestone in Mexican animation. Gothic, magical, and deeply imaginative. A celebration of storytelling and artistic freedom.
Opened the Guadalajara Film Festival 2025. Winner–Satoshi Kon Award for Excellence in Animation and Special Jury Mention at Fantasia International Film Festival.
México
@Walters Cultural Arts Center (527 East Main Street - Hillsboro)
Tues, Nov 4 5pm $FREE
danza: Come together and learn more about this cultural event, its importance and Indigenous origins. Highlights include:
special film screening
interactive discussion
dance & drumming showcase
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
@Hollywood Theater (4122 NE Sandy)
Wed, Nov 5 7pm $10 student
cine (Portland Latin American Film Festival):
historical/political thriller: Brazil, 1977. Marcelo—played by Wagner Moura, internationally acclaimed for his role as Pablo Escobar in "Narcos"—is a technology expert on the run. He arrives in Recife during carnival week, hoping to reunite with his son, but soon discovers the city is as dangerous as the past he’s fleeing.
This tense political thriller blends genre with incisive social critique, anchored by a masterful performance and direction. Celebrated in Cannes for its vision and power, THE SECRET AGENT brings us a deeply atmospheric journey through memory, resistance, and the personal toll of state violence.
The most awarded film at the Cannes Film Festival 2025
Brazil/France/Netherlands/Germany
@Portland Art Museum (AND nearby venues)
Sat, Nov 8 $FREE (w/ id)
GET FREE STUDENT "GA Wristband" PASS HERE
Full schedule here (tons of things, use the filters to help you find your stuff).
Author readings, panel talks with Q&A, pop-up events, and more. Look for these Latinx authors:
Alexis Castellanos (novels, graphics)
Jason De León (anthropology, chicano studies)
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
@Patricia Reser Center for the Arts (12625 SW Crescent St., Beaverton)
Sun, Nov 9 7pm $40-50
teatro y música: “Hasta La Muerte” is an enthralling new production celebrating Life and Death, in the spirit of the Indigenous/Mexican practice, known as Day of the Dead.
From the imagination of Las Cafeteras, “Hasta La Muerte” is a 2 act, multi-dimensional theatrical and musical performance that explores the stages of grief and loss through the celebration of life and death. The production revisits Mexican folklore to tell new stories, engage old archetypes, challenge patriarchy, uplift the role of curanderas and re-examine our imagination about “death” and the “after-life.”
Hasta La Muerte showcases mesmerizing choreography, poetry, combined with a score of original and traditional songs, to showcase a night of transcendent color, sound and a moving invitation to travel through time, rhythm and memory.
Hasta La Muerte is a work that embraces the power of storytelling, as a form of processing grief, and sharing love with those in the beyond. Love, not sadness, allows us to celebrate and remember those that have gone and remember that “death is not the end, it is just the beginning.”
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
@Hollywood Theater (4122 NE Sandy)
Wed, Nov 12 7:30pm $10 student
cine (Portland Latin American Film Festival):
drama/comedy: Socorro, an elderly lawyer, receives a clue that might lead to justice for her brother’s death during the 1968 Tlatelolco massacre. Her journey becomes a darkly humorous and emotional reckoning. A moving exploration of justice, grief, and generational trauma—told through bold satire and timeless black-and-white imagery.
The film has been selected to represent Mexico in the race for the 2025 Oscar and Goya Awards.
We are honored to welcome Mexican actress Luisa Huertas (El Crimen del Padre Amaro, La Reina del Sur), who will participate in a Q&A session after the screening.
México
@The Old Church (1422 SW 11th Ave)
Thurs, Nov 13 7:30pm (doors 6:30) $35 adv
música: A rare MUST-SEE performance of 3 time Latin Grammy Winner Mario Adnet (guitar and vocals) and Jovino Santos Neto (piano) playing original compositions and songs from the Classic Brazillian Songbook. They're accompanied by friends Mark Isbell on saxophone, Mark Ivester on drums, and Mo Weisner on bass. [sample]
@Albina Library (205 NE Russell St)
Sun, Nov 16 4-5:30pm $FREE
There's a wide variety of street food all over Mexico, but nothing compares to the popularity of corn on the cob. It's a healthy, delicious snack.
Learn how to make corn on the cob just like the ones sold on the streets in Mexico with expert chef Edurne Garcia Andre! This program is for teens.
@M&M Marketplace (346 SW Walnut St Hillsboro)
Sat, Nov 22 12-3pm $FREE
Join us at the 8th Annual Fiesta de Tamales to support the Hillsboro Schools Foundation, hosted by M&M Marketplace on November 22rd, from 12 PM to 3 PM!
Don’t miss your chance to enjoy delicious tamales while supporting a great cause.
This tasty event benefits HSF while also supporting local businesses. Come attend a tamale making class, listen to music, see a performance from high school Ballet Folklórico dance groups and Mariachi bands, shop the marketplace, and see which tamale will be crowned the best tamale in Hillsboro at the annual Best-Tamale Competition!
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
@Schnitzer Concert Hall (1037 SW Broadway)
Wed, Dec 10 7:30pm $34+
música: A festive fiesta like no other, don't miss the delights of Merry-achi Christmas, a jovial celebration of the season featuring the best in Mexican and American holiday traditions as interpreted by the nation's finest Mariachi ensembles.
Whether it be the start of a new festive tradition or part of a long-standing one, we guarantee the whole family will be treated to song, dance, and smiles in a vivid, heritage-rich evening you won't forget!
@Walters Cultural Arts Center (527 East Main Street - Hillsboro)
Sat, Dec 13 7-10pm $14 adv
música: Warm up your winter with Latin Dance Night—an evening full of live music, vibrant rhythms, and contagious energy!
Shake off the chill with a fun, beginner-friendly Cumbia and Bachata lesson. Whether you’re an experienced dancer or brand new, you’ll be moving with confidence in no time.
At 8 pm, the heat really kicks in with a live performance by Dina y Los Rumberos. They're bringing an irresistible blend of Cumbia and Bachata beats—with just a little Salsa thrown in—guaranteed to keep you warm and dancing all night long.
The evening starts with a dance lesson from Lines Dance Academy from 7 to 8 pm, followed by live music by Dina y Los Rumberos from 8 to 10 pm. Doors open at 6:45 pm and concessions will be available for purchase.
A holiday market designed to celebrate the holiday season the Latino way! This market brings community together to embrace, taste, and close out the year in a robust way. Attendees can expect unique vendors, raffles, food, gifts, games, friendly family competitions, and a variety of activities that capture the spirit of our community. The JUNTOSpdx way of saying thank you to all our year-round supporters!
@TBA
Sun, Dec 14 1:30-6pm $5+ (14 & under FREE)
@Walters Cultural Arts Center (527 East Main St. Hillsboro)
Fri, Feb 6 7:30pm $17 adv tix here
música: Bossa PDX brings the timeless elegance of bossa nova and Brazilian jazz to life with warmth and sophistication for a sound that’s smooth yet rhythmically rich.
Featuring pianist/vocalist Kerry Politzer, guitarist Ben Graves, bassist Robert Rodriguez, and George Colligan on drums, the ensemble delivers soulful, rhythm-driven performances that capture the spirit of Brazil with grace, style, and vibrant jazz energy. Joining the band for this musical journey through Brazil’s rich sonic landscape is special guest Brazilian flutist Gabriela Gimenes.
An evening including everything from nostalgic ballads to samba-infused burners, it’s perfect for jazz lovers and newcomers alike.
@Miracle Theater (525 SE Stark)
Feb 20 - Mar 8 $22 students
teatro: A Spanish Golden Age Classic, Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz's Los Empeños de una Casa is a romantic comedic farce. With its hilarious entrances, exits, elaborate plots, disguises, and love triangles, there's bound to be chaos under this one roof. Join siblings Don Pedro and Doña Ana in their romantic pursuits of Doña Leonor and Don Carlo, and root against their parents and romantic nemeses, in this modern adaptation of a Spanish language classic.
Special tie-in events (w/ Portland University Professor Dr. Isabel Jaen Portillo) $5
Sun, Feb 1 12-2pm (Spanish Golden Age Lecture)
Sun, Feb 8 12-2pm (poetry/creative writing workshop)
@Patricia Reser Center for the Arts (12625 SW Crescent St., Beaverton)
Sun, Feb 22 3pm $32-$63
música: Tambuco is known for its unique repertoire and breathtakingly vibrant performances. From body percussion, to sticks and stones, to modern percussion instruments, Tambuco’s approach to sound and rhythm is virtuosic, visceral, and extraordinarily enjoyable.
Considered a national treasure in Mexico, Tambuco is one of the most dynamic and innovative chamber percussion ensembles performing today.
@Moda Center
Wed Feb 25 8pm $??
música: “Although the term ‘legendary’ is often overused in our business, it is definitely appropriate when describing Ricardo Arjona,” Nelson Albareda, CEO and founder of Loud and Live, previously said in a statement when the 2022 Blanco y Negro tour dates were announced. “From his iconic lyrics to his distinctive voice, this true Renaissance man has transcended the borders of his native Guatemala to become a universal music icon.”
@Walters Cultural Arts Center (527 East Main St. Hillsboro)
Fri, Mar 6 7:30pm $17 adv
música: prepare for an electrifying night as award-winning Venezuelan singer songwriter and acclaimed guitarist Sofi Nava takes the stage!
Joined by her dynamic band, she’ll guide you through soulful original compositions alongside her own arrangements of beloved anthems from Latin music legends like Shakira, Santana, Juanes, Luis Miguel, and many more. From infectious Latin pop and driving rock to sizzling salsa and Latin jazz, you’ll be dancing and moving to the beat and leaving with a profound appreciation for the diverse beauty of Latin music.
A charismatic and passionate performer, Sofi Nava is a powerhouse performer and musician, from writing her own songs and for other artists, to commanding the stage and directing her own band. Come experience the fire of Latin music and celebrate her incredible journey! ¡A Bailar!
@Walters Cultural Arts Center (527 East Main St. Hillsboro)
Fri, Apr 3 7:30pm $22 adv
música: Seattle-based Duende Libre blends global rhythms with jazz improvisation to create a sound that’s both electrifying and deeply soulful. Spanning the Afro-Latin music of Cuba and Puerto Rico, Brazilian jazz, and traditional rhythms from West Africa, the quintet creates a vibrant musical landscape that’s as danceable as it is thought-provoking.
Pianist and composer Alex Chadsey leads the group with inventive, genre-crossing arrangements, joined by the dynamic rhythm section of Farko Dosumov on bass and Jeff Busch on drums. With the vibrant energy of award-winning chanteuse Chava Mirel and inimitable tenor and percussionist Frank Anderson, you’ll encounter sizzling rhythms and grooving basslines, experimental meters, and irresistible melodic hooks, all aglow with the technical virtuosity earned by decades of devotion to their craft.
@Miracle Theater (525 SE Stark)
May 7-24 $22 students
teatro: Gracia is a Chicana writer and DREAMer. To draw attention to her work but not her undocumented status, Gracia convinces her white and US-born best friend Mariza to perform her poetry. When Gracia’s words launch Mariza into gaining a following as a Latinx artist and activist, their friendship is tested by issues of privilege and cultural appropriation. Part play, part poetry slam, “Brown Face” follows a group of college students as they navigate their identities in the competitive world of spoken word poetry.
Written by Carissa Atallah
EVERY performance of Brown Face will open with a 15-minute open-mic slam prologue. Jump in and Share a poem, passage, joke, or story. To sign up for any 3-minute slot for the slam prologue, email Artistic Associate mia@milagro.org (Brown Face tickets are required for entry to the theatre)
Special tie-in slam poetry workshops
Seating is limited, reserve early! $FREE
Sun, Apr 12 12-2pm (writing focus)
Sun, Apr 19 12-2pm (performance focus)
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
@Patricia Reser Center for the Arts (12625 SW Crescent St., Beaverton)
Wed, May 6 7:30pm $35-65
música: Eliades Ochoa was born in Santiago de Cuba on June 22, 1946, in Songo la Maya, Santiago de Cuba. Eliades is considered one of the most renowned Cuban “soneros” of all time, a notable defender of traditional Cuban music, and the best guitarist of his generation. His distinctive cowboy hat and his penchant for wearing black have led some to call him “The Cuban Johnny Cash.”
From a very young age, he began to play the guitar with his parents of peasant origin as teachers and in a self-taught way. He alternated with itinerant troubadours from a very young age. In his walks through “guateques,” bars, and “zonas de tolerancia,” he began to learn the vast traditional repertoire of Cuban music, of which he is a teacher today. His musical style is due to his place of origin, the Cuban countryside, the anecdotes he listened to, the “guateques campesinos,” and a series of other elements that marked him and made him the artist he is today.
Hosted by ethnomusicologist and public historian Kelly Bosworth, American Strings performances offer audiences the chance to hear artists play and reflect on their practice. In conversation, artists discuss process, biography, and the themes of their work. Conversation is followed by musical performance.
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
@Schnitzer Concert Hall (1037 SW Broadway)
Tues, June 23 8pm $60+
música: "Music is a universal language that connects, heals, and inspires. It serves as a key that awakens awareness and stirs the soul."
Natalia Lafourcade is a Mexican composer, artist, singer, and music producer, recognized as one of the most influential voices in Latin popular culture of this century.
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