This Saturday, September 18, the 34th edition of the Argentine Festival will be held, with famous musicians from the United States and other countries presented by the master of ceremonies Gedalia Vera. This year’s main lineup includes the Argentine Latin American Music Band and 30 artists.
The vendor display will include artisans, from jewelers to weavers. The invitation begins at 4:00 pm in the auditorium of the Thomas Jefferson Theater, located at 125 S. Old Glebe Road, Arlington, Virginia. Tickets cost $ 20 online and each attendee will participate in the raffle for a round trip ticket to Argentina, courtesy of Copa Airlines.
In September, the Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated and at the Festival people will be able to taste the authentic Argentine barbecue (beef, chicken, chorizo and blood sausage) from Pampa’s Fox catering. The menu can be viewed at: www.festivalargentinousa.org.
At the Argentine Festival the Argentine tenderloin imported by Angus Beef LLC Argentine Meats will be sold.
Arlington County protocol requires that all persons wear a mask inside the theater and building, as well as the performers during the performance. Its use in the patio or garden is optional. The event is held for the benefit of the No.1 Pascuala Mugaburu Primary School in Mar del Plata, Argentina, to carry out maintenance works and grant scholarships to its students.
The Argentine Festival 2021 is an opportunity for the public to experience traditional Argentine culture. By presenting the tango and other rhythms known as the milonga; and artisans and food vendors, the Festival seeks to broaden the public’s understanding and enjoyment of Argentine culture.
At the event there will be family soccer, shows for children, concerts and much more. Parking is free.
To buy tickets visit: www.Tickeri.com. For more information you can consult the web www.Festivalargentino.org or call (703) 212-5850.
These are some of the artists who will participate:
- Diego Iriarte: Lead voice of Los del Suquía. The romantic of Argentine folklore!
- Gaston Cordero: The troubadour reached his talent with “Soñando con cantar” in Argentina and Bolivia.
- Daniel Bouchet: A complete showman with happy multilingual hits.
- Pedro Atencio: presenting folk songs.
- Le Manch: A Latin rock band from the United States, with members of different nationalities. It was founded in Washington DC in late 2011.
- Salvatore Gonzalez: Pop singer celebrating 50 years of experience as an international showman and world musician.
Press release information.
eltiempolatino.com