Mercer County’s 2nd Annual Fiesta Latina, which celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month, will take place Saturday and Sunday, September 7 and 8, in Mercer County Park’s Festival Grounds. The event will feature live music, craft vendors, children’s activities, and more.

“Mercer County is enriched by our diversity, and the Latino community forms an integral part of our county and our culture,” said Mercer County Executive Dan Benson. “I’m thrilled for the Fiesta Latina to return this year. Open to all, this is a fantastic opportunity to enjoy lively music, dance, food, and fun.”

Hours of the festival are 12-7 p.m. both days. On Saturday, Grammy Award nominee and musician Toño Rosario will take the stage along with the salsa group Puerto Rican Power. The day’s celebration will be hosted by comedian Joey Vega, supplemented by a blend of sounds from DJ Ralph Mercado. On Sunday, the music stylings of cumbia, merengue, mariachi, and more will be heard. Headlining will be three-time Grammy salsa and Latin jazz composer and performer Jeremy Bosch, accompanied by Jose Tabares’ All Star Band.

“The Mercer County Division of Culture & Heritage (MCDC&H) is excited to collaborate with The Trenton Puerto Rican Community and Friends Organization, The Guatemalan Civic Association, and the other Hispanic groups taking part in this year’s commemoration,” said Idamis P. Margicin, division chief of MCDC&H. “Thank you to Mercer County Executive Dan Benson, and the Board of Commissioners, for supporting us to bring this collaborative celebration of Hispanic culture to life.”

Tickets for the Fiesta Latina can be purchased on eventbrite.com or at the door at the festival. Tickets purchased presale will cost $15 per day, or $25 for both days. Day-of tickets will cost $20 each day or $35 for both days. Parking is free for all attendees.

“The Trenton Puerto Rican Community and Friend Organization thanks Mercer County Executive Dan Benson and the whole Board of Commissioners for their support for this great family event,” said the organization’s President Krystal DeLeon. “We look forward to celebrating with family, friends, and the community at Fiesta Latina.”

For more information, contact MCDC&H by phone at (609) 278-2712 or by email at cultureandheritage@mercercounty.org.