La Gran Tardeada 2024
La Gran Tardeada will be on on Saturday, May 18th from 12pm to 6pm at the UC Davis Quad. This free, open to the public, outdoor, family-friendly event. Come and join us we look forward to seeing you there! We are excited to see you there!
About
La Gran Tardeada is a vibrant and lively day-long celebration that brings together the Chicanx/Latinx community in a joyous gathering filled with delicious food, enchanting music, and energetic dance. This annual event holds a special significance as it honors both the rich cultural traditions of the past and the creation of new ones. La Gran Tardeada serves as a focal point for celebrating the diverse intersectional identities and experiences within the beautiful Chicanx/Latinx community.
Originating during La Raza Week, an event that commemorates and celebrates the heritage, contributions, and struggles of the Chicanx/Latinx community, La Gran Tardeada has a remarkable history spanning over 50 years. Over time, it has grown into a beloved tradition cherished by community members and eagerly anticipated each year.
Food plays a central role in La Gran Tardeada, offering a delectable array of traditional dishes and flavors. Live performances by talented musicians and dancers infuse the event with infectious rhythms, bringing people together on the dance floor. La Gran Tardeada embraces the principle of inclusivity, aiming to celebrate and uplift all intersectional identities within the Chicanx/Latinx community. It serves as a space where people can come together, regardless of their background, gender, sexuality, or any other aspect of their identity, fostering a sense of belonging, pride, and empowerment.
Through its festivities and cultural showcases, La Gran Tardeada strives to preserve and transmit the heritage and legacy of the Chicanx/Latinx community to future generations. It is a testament to the resilience, strength, and vibrancy of the community, encapsulating the spirit of unity, love, and cultural pride that defines the Chicanx/Latinx experience.
La Gran Tardeada 2024 Info Session
Learn about our Chicanx & Latinx Culture Day and how to get involved in the committee. All are welcome to attend!
November 15th (12 - 1PM) at the CCC Community Room or Zoom.
Parking Information
We are so excited to see you! For those of you traveling in, the closest parking lots to the UC Davis Quad are UCD Parking Lot 10, the Quad Parking Structure, and Parking Lots 5 and 5A.
UCD Parking Lot 5 Google Maps Directions: https://goo.gl/maps/Z5nZ936fqhN4f2Bd6
UCD Parking Lot 5A Google Maps Directions: https://goo.gl/maps/M31pqTgRewXZTerw9
UCD Quad Parking Structure Google Maps Directions: https://goo.gl/maps/sDCziUatztyDZnj58
UCD Parking Lot 10 Google Maps Directions: https://goo.gl/maps/Nnc8nc4XqPVwjVAV8
Questions?
Please feel free to contact Crystal Romero (she/they) at (530) 752-7032 or crrromero@ucdavis.edu.