Whether you are heading out for a day with the family or getting together with friends, here are some low-cost events happening around the valley that you can enjoy without breaking the bank.
Caribbean Heritage Festival
The City of Las Vegas, in partnership with the National Endowment for the Arts, is hosting a Caribbean Heritage Festival on Saturday, April 26.
It’s happening at Sammy Davis Jr. Festival Plaza at Lorenzi Park from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event offers a sampling of Caribbean traditions, flavors and music. There will also be activities for kids, vendors and food trucks. You may want to bring a blanket or lawn chair so you can sit on the grass and comfortably enjoy the performances of calypso, reggae and traditional Cuban music. Admission is free.
3rd Annual City of North Las Vegas Mariachi Competition
Head out to the AMP (amphitheater) at Craig Ranch Regional Park on Saturday, April 26, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. to cheer on local middle and high school Mariachi teams as they compete for prize money for their programs.
In addition to live music, you’ll also get to enjoy food from local vendors. Admission is free. Channel 13’s Abel Garcia will be emceeing the event and bringing the energy!
Henderson Reads Book Festival
For all you bookworms out there — the Henderson Reads Book Festival is happening Saturday, April 26, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Water Street Plaza…