New York, NY – On Saturday, August 9, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM, Teatro SEA invites families across New York City to join us on Suffolk Street (between Rivington and Delancey) for a spectacular afternoon of music, dance, culture, and community as part of our Arte Pa’ Mi Gente Festival and the 2nd Annual Latine Children’s Music Day.

This free outdoor celebration will feature an exciting lineup of top-tier performers dedicated to uplifting Latiné children’s music and culture. Headlining the event is Grammy Award-winning artist Lucy Kalantari, known for her joyful and jazz-infused music for children. She will be joined by a vibrant mix of youth performers and special guests from across the city and beyond.

Featured acts include:

– The Youth Ensemble of Bombazo Dance Co., showcasing traditional Puerto Rican bomba with live drumming and dance
– The acclaimed Mariachi Academy of New York, representing the next generation of mariachi excellence
– Simón Cifuentes, virtuoso teen singer and recent semi-finalist on The Voice Kids Colombia
– Teatro SEA’s own bilingual children’s music group, El Avión–The Airplane, featuring a special appearance by Little Pilot (Manuel Gabriel) and SEA’s beloved mascot Nunito

In addition to music and dance, the event will include arts and crafts workshops, free gifts, surprises, and more—creating a festive and inclusive environment for children and families of all backgrounds.

“The response to last year’s inaugural Latine Children’s Music Day was overwhelming,” said Dr. Manuel A. Morán, founder and Artistic Director of Teatro SEA. “This year, we are thrilled to present an even more dynamic lineup of artists and youth talent who embody the joy, identity, and power of our culture through music. We remain committed to making bilingual arts experiences accessible and celebratory for all.”

This year’s event is proudly sponsored by the Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment (MOME), under the leadership of Commissioner Patricia Swinney Kaufman, and generously supported by New York City Council Members Hon. Christopher Marte (District 1), Hon. Carlina Rivera (District 2), Speaker Hon. Adrienne Adams, and the Manhattan Delegation of the City Council of New York City.

Festival Details:

Date: Saturday, August 9, 2025
Time: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Location: Suffolk Street (between Rivington and Delancey), in front of The Clemente Center
Admission: FREE for all ages