Bazaar del Mundo Stage
The Bazaar del Mundo, a festive marketplace comes alive with sounds and dance from across the Americas. Don’t miss the fancy rope tricks of Tony Muñoz Charros or the high-energy dance group Ballet Folklorico de Oceanside “Nanhuatzin.” There is seating in front of the stage or you might want to come early and find a seat at Casa de Pico where you can enjoy a delicious meal and a great show!

Featured performers include: Marcelo Aguayo and Enedina Lammers with Mariachi Real, XoChitL, Imagen Azteca, Ballet Folklorico de Oceanside “Nanhuatzin” and Hispanic Mexican Ballet

Wells Fargo Plaza Stage
Traditional Mexican entertainment can be found throughout the weekend on the Wells Fargo Plaza Stage located in the Old Town State Historic Park. On Saturday, put on your dancing shoes and enter the Mexican Hat Dance contest or the Grito Contest with the Rojas Family Charros and Mariachi Real de San Diego. Let the audience decide if you are a “Charro or a Churro.” Winners go home with a toy Wells Fargo Stagecoach.

Featured performers include: Familia Rojas Charros, Alegria del Valle with Mariachi Franco, Los Alacranes, Los Vientos del Sur and Danza Oceolotl

Seeley Stables Performance Arena
Cheer along with the crowd during the Battle of Puebla reenactment. Each year, the Southwest United States and Mexico celebrate Cinco de Mayo in commemoration of the 1862 Battle of Puebla, during which, out-numbered Mexican forces defeated the French Army, setting the stage for Mexico’s eventual triumph over French imperialism. More than 40 actors participate in the Battle reenactment. The Battle re-enactment is performed twice daily at 12:30p.m. and 2:30p.m.

Capture the spirit of wild Mexico. Seeley Stables roars with thunder as the spectacular Escaramuzas Golondrinas female equestrian group perform. Unlike any other show on horseback, these experienced riders dressed in colorful costume move with grace and speed and are sure to dazzle the audience. Accompanied by the festive sounds of Mariachi Real de San Diego as well as the fancy rope tricks of Tony Munoz, this is a show not to be missed, performed twice daily at 1:30p.m. and 3:30p.m.

Jose Cuervo Stage
San Diego Avenue heats up at the Jose Cuervo Stage. The dance floor is always packed as the mix of Salsa, Banda, Cumbia, Norteño and Sonido Tropical moves the crowd. This year, the Jose Cuervo Stage welcomes national acts, Banda Maguey and Gustavo Rivera.

Featured performers include: Fuerza Musical, - The Air Force Band of the Golden Southwest, Sol de Alegria, Latin A Go Go, Barela and Misioneros del Norte

Vignette Stages 1,2,3
Four feet off the ground with room for 2-3 performers, the vignette stages provide a skyline over the Fiesta. Vignette Stage 3 located at San Diego Avenue and Harney Avenue features non-stop dancing, bring a partner and stop by.

Featured performers include: Battista, David de Alva, Daniel Valdez, A Time to Dance, A Gift of Dance and Will Sumnar

Pueblo de los Niños
Children of all ages can stop by to create rubbings of famous Old Town landmarks. Activities are provided by the Children’s Museum of San Diego/Museo de los niños and the Historic Old Town Community Foundation. Event goers can participate in an opportunity drawing for a chance to win one of two children’s bicycles and helmets provided by Blue Cross Healthy Families.

Old Town Theatre
Farmers Insurance presents at the Old Town Theatre The Bronze Screen: 100 Years of Latinos in Hollywood on Saturday 11:00a.m. and 12:45p.m. and Sunday at 10:00a.m. Free entry passes are available at the Farmers Insurance booth located on the South end of San Diego Avenue.

Wells Fargo Stagecoach
Take a step back in time and visit the Wells Fargo History Museum in the State Park, then take a free ride on a real Wells Fargo Stagecoach from noon to 3:00p.m. on Saturday and Sunday.

The Wells Fargo Old Town Fiesta Cinco de Mayo takes place along San Diego Avenue May 3rd-4th, 2008. Event hours are 11:00a.m. – 9:00p.m. Saturday and 10:00a.m. – 5:00p.m. Sunday. Proceeds from the event benefit The Historic Old Town Community Foundation (HOTCF) “Celebrate San Diego” program which supports county-wide educational outreach including the Old Town 4th Grade Program administered by San Diego Unified Schools.

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