We’re excited to unveil the commemorative poster art for the 39th Annual Loisaida Festival, created by artist and designer Mateo Nazario
@maitexnazario , born in Guatemala, raised between Guatemala and Puerto Rico, and currently a resident artist at The Loisaida, Inc. Center.
For nearly four decades, LoisaidaFest has brought together residents, artists, families, merchants, community organizations, and visitors in celebration of the neighborhood’s enduring cultural life.
This year’s theme, “Our AmeRícan Thing,” honors Loisaida not only as a place, but as a language, a rhythm, and a way of belonging—carried through music, poetry, theater, food, and shared community. Inspired by the spirit of Jesús “Tato” Laviera, we celebrate presence, memory, collective pride, and the living future we continue to shape together.
This year’s Main Stage, is co-hosted by Giraldo Alvare
@sp.alwaysforward and Caridad "La Bruja" de la Luz
@labrujanyc , backed-up by
@djbeyond DJ Beyond!
Join us on Sunday, May 24, 2026, from 12–5 PM along Avenue C / Loisaida Avenue, from East 12th Street to East 5th Street. Made possible with the support of Acacia Network, Popular Bank, Grand Street Settlement, Trinity Church Wall Street, NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, Green Mountain Energy Company, Wellcare Medicare, MetroPlusHealth, NYC Department of Cultural Affairs, NYC Department of Youth and Community Development, NYC Council, NYSCA, Community Board 3, and many others.
#LoisaidaFest #Loisaida #OurAmeRicanThing #NuyoRicanCulture #LowerEastSide
