The 8th annual Latina Fest returns to Downtown Los Angeles
DOWNTOWN LOS ANGELES, Calif. (KABC) -- The 2025 Latina Fest was back for its eighth year to celebrate power, wellness, and legacy on Saturday, May 31, through Sunday, Jun. 1, in Downtown Los Angeles.
This was an outdoor festival that acknowledged Latinas who promote unity, diversity, and pride within the community.
The ABC7 Street Team was there on Sunday handing out ABC7-branded español swag with our prize wheel.
This year's theme is the concept of legacy. A legacy that is passed down through generations from food, art, music, folklore, and history.
There were two days filled with workshops, fitness, vendors, wellness experiences, music, food, and keynote speakers.
On Saturday, co-founders of Latina Fest, Bel Hernandez and Naibe Reynoso, hosted "Fun Run." Fun Run is a free run for all ages that takes place in Gloria Molina Grand in Downtown Los Angeles. Attendees were encouraged to wear their heritage with pride, from their culture's country flags to favorite fútbol jerseys.
On Sunday, keynote speakers included global activist and inspirational speaker Claudia Romo Edelman. Also special remarks by LA County Supervisor Hilda Solis and Los Angeles Consul General of Mexico Carlos González Gutiérrez.
Festivalgoers enjoyed live musical performances by Las Chorizeras, an all-female Mexican music fusion group.
Attendees had multiple shopping options with the marketplace filled with 100 Latina-owned vendors selling culturally fueled art, jewelry, handbags, shoes, clothing, books, and more.
There was the La Catrina Fashion Show presented by designer and makeup artist Paulina. There was also the "Magia Zone," which is all about self-care with sound baths, reiki, cultural ceremonies, and massages.
