by the El Reportero staff
Summer brings new opportunities for Bay Area residents to enjoy Latino culture, support local artists and students, strengthen business connections and participate in community events across the region.
Fiesta en el Parque
Free family festival celebrates Latino culture at the Presidio
Celebrate Latino culture during the fourth annual Fiesta en el Parque, featuring live music, salsa, merengue and cumbia dance lessons, arts and crafts, face painting, lawn games and food with spectacular views of the Golden Gate Bridge. Presented by Telemundo 48 and NBC Bay Area in partnership with the Presidio Trust, the festival welcomes families of all ages.
Saturday, Aug. 1, 1–4 p.m., Presidio Tunnel Tops, East Meadow, 210 Lincoln Blvd., San Francisco. Free admission. Information: presidio.gov.
MJ Santos Scholarship Fund All-Star Benefit Concert
Bay Area musicians unite to support young percussionist
Top Bay Area musicians will perform in a benefit concert to help percussionist MJ Santos continue his studies at The New School in New York. Featured performers include John Santos, Destani Wolf, Saul Sierra, John Calloway, Dan Parenti, Anthony Blea, Javier Navarrette, Miles Turk, Joaquín Ortiz, Lucca Parenti and special guests. Proceeds will support the MJ Santos Scholarship Fund.
Saturday, Aug. 1, 7 p.m. (doors open at 6:30 p.m.), Piedmont Piano Company, 1728 San Pablo Ave., Oakland. Tickets available at the door and online.
CHCC 47th Annual Statewide Convention
Latino business leaders gather in Oakland
The California Hispanic Chambers of Commerce will host its 47th Annual Statewide Convention, bringing together entrepreneurs, business owners, elected officials and community leaders for networking, workshops and discussions on economic development, leadership and innovation.
Wednesday through Friday, Aug. 19–21, Oakland Marriott City Center, 1001 Broadway, Oakland. Registration required. Information: CHCC2026.com.
Beyond the Latino Community
San Francisco International Week promotes global partnerships
San Francisco International Week features international networking receptions, business forums and multicultural programs organized by chambers of commerce, consulates and global organizations, offering valuable opportunities for entrepreneurs and professionals.
Monday through Friday, Aug. 10–14. Opening Night Reception: Monday, Aug. 10, 5:30–8:30 p.m., Rincon Center, 101 Spear St., San Francisco. Additional events will take place throughout the city. Registration required. Information: sfcentered.org.
Visit ElReporteroSF.com and click on the Calendar section for more upcoming Bay Area events.
Community organizations, artists and event organizers are invited to submit upcoming events by emailing elreportero@aol.com.
