The 2026 Manassas Latino Festival is coming back to Northern Virginia later this month for a full day celebrating the culture and contributions of the Latin American community.
Taking place during National Hispanic Heritage Month, the annual festival brings together live entertainment, dancing, food and activities for visitors of all ages.
This year’s event will once again take over the Loy E. Harris Pavilion in Historic Downtown Manassas on Saturday, September 26th.
When and where is the Manassas Latino Festival taking place?
The 2026 Manassas Latino Festival is scheduled for Saturday, September 26th, from 11 am to 6 pm at the Loy E. Harris Pavilion in Historic Downtown Manassas.
The pavilion is located at 9201 Center Street, Manassas, Virginia 20110, putting the festival directly in the heart of the city’s historic downtown.
The Harris Pavilion is an open-air venue that regularly hosts outdoor events throughout the year, making it a natural setting for an event like this.
The timing also puts the celebration during National Hispanic Heritage Month, which runs from September 15th through October 15th, giving visitors another opportunity to celebrate the history, culture and contributions of Latino communities in the region.
What to expect if you’re thinking about going
Visitors can expect a family-focused celebration centered around Latin American culture, with live music, dance performances, diverse foods and other activities throughout the day.
Food is expected to be one of the highlights, with the festival’s 2026 participating vendors and exhibitors including food businesses such as Lupita’s Taqueria, La Perla Catracha, Arepa Social, Panaderia y Pasteleria el Abuelo, Limonada de Coco and Solmare Food.
The event will also feature a variety of vendors, exhibitors and community organizations, giving attendees opportunities to browse, eat and learn while enjoying the entertainment.
According to the festival organizers, the event is held as a celebration of the cultural heritage and contributions of the Latin American community to Manassas, the surrounding area and the nation.
Because the festival is taking place at an open-air pavilion in the middle of Historic Downtown Manassas, visitors can also make a day of it by exploring the surrounding downtown area before or after the event.
Is the Manassas Latino Festival free to attend?
Yes, admission to the Manassas Latino Festival is free.
The official festival website specifically lists both free admission and free parking, making it an accessible option for families and visitors looking for a budget-friendly weekend activity.
That means visitors can attend the festival itself without purchasing a ticket in advance.
While entry and parking are free, attendees should still plan to bring money if they want to purchase food, drinks, crafts or other items from participating vendors.
With the festival running from 11 am to 6 pm, there is also plenty of time to stop by for a few hours or spend most of the day experiencing the music, food and cultural activities.
For those planning to attend, the official festival website is the best place to check for additional updates as the September 26th event approaches.
