Centro Latino and the City of Newton Join Forces to Celebrate the 5th Annual Todos Somos América Festival

NEWTON, NC — Centro Latino and the City of Newton are joining forces for the first time to present the 5th Annual Todos Somos América | We Are All America Festival, a family-friendly celebration honoring Hispanic Heritage Month and recognizing the diversity, cultures, traditions, histories, and contributions of the Latino community in our region.

The festival will take place on Saturday, September 26, 2026, from 3:00 to 8:00 p.m. in Downtown Newton. The celebration is free and open to the public.

Todos Somos América invites people of all ages and backgrounds to enjoy an afternoon filled with music, culture, food, and activities that showcase the richness and diversity of Latin America.

The festival will feature:

🌎 Food and handcrafted products from different Latin American countries

🎨 Face painting, piñatas, and children’s activities

💃🌎 Colorful traditional dance performances from different countries

🌮 Food trucks

🎶 Two mobile DJs featuring Latin music

👑 Quinceañera parade and contest

🏆 Recognition of the Outstanding Latino of Catawba County

🎓 Presentation of the Abriendo Puertas Scholarships

🤝 Presentation of the Centro Latino 2026 Community Ally Award

Community Invitation

Attendees are encouraged to celebrate their heritage by wearing a shirt or traditional attire representing their favorite Latin American country. Guests are also encouraged to bring a chair or blanket to enjoy the event comfortably.

Attendees may also want to bring cash for purchasing food and merchandise from vendors.

Pet Policy: While we love our furry friends, for safety and event management purposes, only service animals will be permitted.

Centro Latino and the City of Newton invite the entire community to join this special celebration and share in a space where our cultures, histories, and traditions remind us that, although we come from different places, Todos Somos América — We Are All America. 🎉🌎❤️

For more information, visit the official festival website.