Tacolalah

05/04/2026

It’s hard to fully capture what Saturday meant to this community.

Tacolalah was more than a festival—it was a day filled with connection, culture, laughter, and moments that will stick with us.

To our vendors, thank you for the incredible food, unique offerings, and energy you brought to the park.

To our entertainers, you were the heartbeat of the day. Your performances brought people together and made the event truly special.

To our volunteers, thank you for being the steady force behind the scenes. From setup to cleanup, you made it all possible.

And to our community… you showed up, supported one another, and made the entire day something special.

We’re grateful, we’re proud, and we’re already looking forward to next year.

05/02/2026

Today’s the day, Arkansas City.

Tacolalah is here, and Wilson Park is ready for a full day of music, food, culture, and community.

Join us from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. for this free, family-friendly festival celebrating Latino culture through live performances, great food vendors, local shopping, and activities for all ages.

The Ark City Rec Color Run kicks things off this morning at 9 a.m., and the day only gets better from there.

• 10:00 a.m. – Opening Ceremony
National Anthem performed by Kelly Dillner

• 10:15 a.m. – Arkansas City High School Mariachi Band

• 11:00 a.m. – Mariachi Los Reyes

• 12:00 p.m. – Norahua Dancers

• 1:00 p.m. – Mariachi Los Reyes

• 2:00 p.m. – Norahua Dancers

• 3:00 p.m. – Raices De Mi Tierra

• 4:00 p.m. – Mandolin Monroe

• 5:00 p.m. – Wichita Champion Indian War Dancer

• 6:00 p.m. – Latinix Folklorico

• 7:00 p.m. – HiFi Productions Dueling Pianos

05/01/2026

We appreciate the City of Arkansas City for helping recognize this special day and the tradition behind it.

Now it’s time to celebrate—join us Saturday at Wilson Park for Tacolalah.

At the April 7, 2026, City Commission meeting, Commissioner Charles Tweedy III read a proclamation recognizing May 2, 2026, as Cinco de Mayo Day in Arkansas City. The proclamation has become a tradition that highlights Tacolalah, a free, family-friendly multicultural festival celebrating Latino culture through music, dance, food, and art.

Tacolalah Committee member Tammy Lanman-Henderson accepted the proclamation on behalf of the event.

This year’s festival will take place Saturday, May 2, at Wilson Park, with activities running from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. The Ark City Rec Color Run will kick things off at 9 a.m.

04/30/2026

Why not start your Tacolalah weekend early with the USD 470 - Arkansas City Public Schools spring concert?

Tonight’s performance is a great chance to catch a sneak peek of Mariachi de Ark City, who will also take the stage at Tacolalah on Saturday, May 2, at 10:15 a.m. in Wilson Park.

Join us for a great night of music at Arkansas City High School. 🎶

The ACHS Instrumental Music Department will hold its annual Spring Concert on Thursday, April 30, at 7:30 p.m. in the ACHS Auditorium. Admission is free.

Enjoy performances by:
• Mariachi de Ark City
• Bulldog Jazz Ensemble
• Ark City Orchestra
• Concert Band

The night will end with a special combined performance featuring nearly 150 students on stage!

Directed by Alicia Kerwood, Hans Judd and Chris VanGilder.
We hope to see you there.

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Acompáñenos para una gran noche de música en Arkansas City High School. 🎶

El Departamento de Música Instrumental de ACHS presentará su concierto anual de primavera el jueves 30 de abril a las 7:30 p.m. en el auditorio de ACHS. La entrada es gratuita.

Disfrute de presentaciones de:
• Mariachi de Ark City
• Bulldog Jazz Ensemble
• Orquesta de Cuerdas
• Banda de Concierto

La noche cerrará con una presentación especial conjunta con cerca de 150 estudiantes en el escenario.

Bajo la dirección de Alicia Kerwood, Hans Judd y Chris VanGilder.
Esperamos verlos allí.

04/29/2026

Hear us out… if you take part in the Ark City Rec Color Run before Tacolalah, all those delicious festival calories don’t count… right? The science is still out… but why not give the race a try and find out for yourself?

A big thank you to Arkansas City Rec for sponsoring the Color Run. There’s still time to jump in and start your day on the right foot.

Registration opens at 8 a.m. Saturday, May 2
Race starts at 9 a.m.
Sign up at arkcityrec.recdesk.com

04/29/2026

This is logic that we can't argue with!

Skip the last minute Walmart gift this year!

Tacolalah is this Saturday (May 2nd) and your perfect opportunity to shop for Mother's Day! Over 50 craft vendors will be in attendance with a variety of goods including flowers, plants, pottery, art, handmade jewelry, garden/home decor, natural beauty care, baked goods and sooooo much more!
There will also be live performances, bounce houses, a face painter, food trucks, and a beer garden! This is one of Cowley County's best events. Don't miss it!!

04/29/2026

Facebook always wants to know what’s on our mind… and right now, it’s Tacolalah. Every single time.

Tacolalah wouldn’t be possible without the generous support of our amazing sponsors, and today we’re giving them the spotlight they deserve.

Thank you to:

• KSOK Cowley Post
• US 107.9 KWLS Real-American-Country
• Ark City Rec
• KanPak
• Rogers' Family Dentistry
• The Property Shop
• Optimists of Arkansas City
• RCB Bank
• The Stock Exchange Bank

Join us for Tacolalah on Saturday, May 2, from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. at Wilson Park.

04/27/2026

We’re turning up the volume on sponsor appreciation today.

A huge thank you to 1025 The River for supporting this year’s Tacolalah Festival.

Their partnership helps bring the music, energy, and fun that make Tacolalah a favorite Arkansas City tradition.

Be sure to join us Saturday, May 2, from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. at Wilson Park for a taco-bout good time.

04/27/2026

You can count on one hand how many days remain until everyone’s favorite multicultural celebration, and the excitement is building fast.

Tacolalah wouldn’t be possible without the incredible support of our sponsors. Today, we’re proud to shine the spotlight on La Fiesta Authentic Mexican Rest for helping make this community tradition possible.

Thank you for supporting an event that brings people together through culture, food, music, and fun.

04/27/2026

There's still time to become a vendor at this year's Tacolalah event!

Tacolalah vendors! Wednesday will be the vendor cut-off. All applications/payments will need to be turned in to participate. We have roughly 50 vendors right now and things are looking great! We will be making the vendor map and will be sending that out with instructions to your emails Friday evening. We can't wait to see everyone!