Fiesta Cultural

June 12 - 13, 2026

Our celebration of Latin American arts and culture returns for the fourth year in 2026! Fiesta Cultural is a series of vibrant events and performances at Walnut Creek's Lesher Center for the Arts.

Activities will include a world-class Headliners performance on Friday evening and a free street fair surrounding the Lesher Center for the Arts in downtown Walnut Creek on Saturday with music and dance from the diverse cultures of Latin America. View the Street Fair event page for a full vendor lineup and entertainment schedule!

Painting with Paper: Collaged Cactus Workshop

Collage Art Workshop 2026 (1182 x 500)

Create a vibrant cactus artwork inspired by Mexican art and design traditions. Using painted and patterned papers, participants will cut, layer, and collage colorful shapes to create a unique desert-inspired composition rich in color, texture, and creativity. 

This free workshop is open to all ages and experience levels. Participation is available on a first-come, first-served basis and is limited to 30 participants. 

PLEASE NOTE: 

  • All participants, regardless of age, must have a ticket.  
  • Due to limited space, we kindly ask that non-participants wait outside the art room. Parents or guardians of children ages 8 and under must remain in the room during the workshop. 
  • Participation is first come, first seated. Once capacity is reached, the workshop is full. Capacity is 30 patrons.  
  • Tickets are free and must be reserved through BedfordGallery.org. No tickets will be made available through third-party sites.  
  • Reserving a ticket does not guarantee a seat!  
    • Patrons with tickets must be checked in at least 15-minutes prior to start time. Those not checked in 15 minutes prior to start time may have their tickets forfeited. 
    • Based on availability, ticket holders who have not checked in at least 15 minutes prior to start time will be seated at the discretion of gallery management. 
    • The entrance line will begin 30 minutes prior to the advertised kick-off time in the lobby of the Lesher Center outside the Lederer Art Space at Bedford Gallery.  
    • Based on availability, ticket holders who have not checked in at least 15 minutes prior to start time will be seated at the discretion of gallery management.  
    • There will be a stand-by line for those unable to reserve tickets in advance. Please understand we cannot guarantee admission. The stand-by line begins 30 minutes prior to advertised start time.
  • You may reserve tickets for only one of the two workshops offered on June 13, 2026.  
  • The Lesher Center is a family friendly venue—we ask that all patrons adhere to our safety and behavior standards. Guests not in accordance will be asked to vacate the premises.  

Tickets to attend the Fiesta Cultural Street Fair Workshops at the Bedford are free but must be reserved. Please click the button below to reserve. 
RESERVE YOUR SPOT 

Fiesta Cultural is our annual celebration of Latin American arts and culture and includes a series of vibrant events, workshops, and performances at the Lesher Center for the Arts.  
2026 ENTERTAINMENT SCHEDULE & VENDOR LINEUP

 

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Fiesta Cultural 2023 - Calpulli Tonalehqueh - Photo Ben Krantz Studio (2)
Fiesta Cultural 2023 - Calpulli Tonalehqueh - Photo Ben Krantz Studio (6)
Fiesta Cultural 2023 - Chavalos Danzas por Nicaragua - Photo Ben Krantz Studio (11)
Fiesta Cultural 2023 - Chavalos Danzas por Nicaragua - Photo Ben Krantz Studio (7)
Fiesta Cultural 2023 - Street Fair - Photo Ben Krantz Studio (14)
Fiesta Cultural 2023 - Street Fair - Photo Ben Krantz Studio (18)
Fiesta Cultural 2023 - Street Fair - Photo Ben Krantz Studio (4)
Fiesta Cultural 2023 - Street Fair - Photo Ben Krantz Studio (8)
Fiesta Cultural 2023 - Street Fair - Photo Ben Krantz Studio (9)

Presenting Sponsor

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Fiesta Cultural logo artwork by Favianna Rodriguez

 

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