photos by Todd Newcomer

Santa Rita Park came alive with the sights and sounds of Mexico on Saturday as Durango gathered to celebrate Latino culture. The smell of authentic Mexican food filled the air well before midday, and chairs filled quickly as early-birds gathered in anticipation of the days entertainment. A large inflatable stage hosted a variety of performers including La Jovencita, who got the crowd going early and often with her popular singing style. Up next was the grace and fluidity of Ballet Folklorico de Durango. The entertainment continued on into the late afternoon as the large crowd mingled throughout the festival site and along the river trail on a perfect spring day.