Fiestas Patronales de Holyoke 2024

Celebrate Puerto Rican Culture at Holyoke's Fiestas Patronales!

Come to Holyoke Heritage State Park August 1st - 4th to Celebrate!

Celebrate Puerto Rican Culture at Holyoke’s Fiestas Patronales!

Join us for the 3rd annual Fiestas Patronales de Holyoke from August 1st to August 4th, a spectacular four-day celebration that honors the vibrant cultural diversity of Holyoke. Immerse yourself in a cultural extravaganza filled with music, food, and dance that highlights the rich heritage of Puerto Rican culture, an integral part of our city’s identity.

Michaels Limo offering Free Shuttle Service from MGM Casino to City Hall in Holyoke

A Free Shuttle will run hourly from the MGM Casino to City Hall in Holyoke. The MGM Casino will provide free parking, so simply park your car and enjoy a safe ride to the festivities in Holyoke! Pick up will be at MGM Springfield on MGM Way in front of South End Market, and drop off will be at the Holyoke City Hall parking deck on Dwight Street. Enjoy a fantastic weekend with all the best that Holyoke and Springfield have to offer!

Shuttle Services will be provided by Michaels Limo.

Free Bus Schedule for August 3rd and 4th
  • 2pm MGM to Holyoke City Hall / 2:30pm City Hall to MGM
  • 3pm MGM to City Hall / 3:30pm City Hall to MGM
  • 4pm MGM to City Hall / 4:30pm City Hall to MGM
  • 5pm MGM to City Hall / 5:30pm City Hall to MGM
  • 6pm MGM to City Hall / 6:30pm City Hall to MGM
  • 7pm MGM to City Hall / 7:30pm City Hall to MGM
  • 8pm MGM to City Hall / 9:15pm City Hall to MGM (last shuttle)

Festival Program:

August 1 (Faith Day):

  • 4:00 PM – Welcome and Blessing of the Festival
  • 4:30 PM – Presentation of the Queens
  • 5:30 PM – San Miguel Arcangel Band
  • 6:30 PM – Bethlehem Baptist Worship Team
  • 8:00 PM – Restoration City Worship featuring Kathy Joanne, Bj Putnam, Edward Rivera

August 2:

  • 4:00 PM – Welcome and Blessing of the Festival
  • 4:30 PM – Presentation of the Queens
  • 5:30 PM – Yuleika Rivera
  • 6:30 PM – Frankie Ruiz Jr.
  • 8:00 PM – El Sultan de la Bachata
  • 9:30 PM – Luis Figueroa

August 3:

  • 2:00 PM – Welcome and Blessing of the Festival
  • 2:30 PM – Presentation of the Queens
  • 3:30 PM – Local Talents
  • 5:30 PM – Rumba Caliente
  • 7:00 PM – Choir Performance
  • 8:00 PM – Originales de Adolescentes
  • 9:30 PM – Milly Quezada

August 4:

  • 2:00 PM – Welcome and Blessing of the Festival
  • 2:30 PM – Presentation of the Queens
  • 3:30 PM – Local Talents
  • 6:00 PM – Victoria Sanabria
  • 7:00 PM – Recognition of Town and Mayor of Salinas
  • 8:00 PM – Henry Aguayo
  • 9:30 PM – Ocarito “Que Loco”

Bring your family and friends to experience the heart and soul of Puerto Rican culture through this joyous celebration. Don’t miss out on the food, music, and dance that make Holyoke a unique and culturally rich community!

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Nueva Esperanza

Nueva Esperanza

Nueva Esperanza Inc. will lead El Corazón/Heart of Holyoke Placekeeping Project art installations tour to learn the history of Latinx/Puerto Rican art work and community engagement efforts. Participants will meet at Nueva Esperanza and begin the walk from there. Participation is first come first serve for the 90 minute tour.
Battat Glass c/o Brick CoWorkshop

Battat Glass c/o Brick CoWorkshop

Blown and flameworked glass by artist Dan Battat. Studio in downtown Holyoke open by appointment for showings and flameworking lessons. Glass art for daily life including drinkware, vases, ornaments, jewelry and more.
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