Calle Ocho Festival

Pillow Fight Championship Presented by Dr. Pepper comes to ESPN8: The Ocho LIVE Aug. 4 at 10 PM EST

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Tuesday, August 1, 2023

BOCA RATON, Fla., Aug. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Pillow Fight Championship (PFC) is joining forces with Dr. Pepper to bring the high-octane action of professional pillow fighting to ESPN's annual Ocho event as Pillow Fight Championship Presented by Dr. Pepper takes over ESPN8: The Ocho airwaves Aug. 4, LIVE at 10 PM EST on ESPN2.

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BOCA RATON, Fla., Aug. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Pillow Fight Championship (PFC) is joining forces with Dr. Pepper to bring the high-octane action of professional pillow fighting to ESPN's annual Ocho event as Pillow Fight Championship Presented by Dr. Pepper takes over ESPN8: The Ocho airwaves Aug. 4, LIVE at 10 PM EST on ESPN2.
Pillow Fight Championship Presented by Dr. Pepper headlines the second night of 43 total hours of seldom-seen sports stepping into the spotlight on ESPN8: The Ocho.
The annual event, inspired by the 2004 film Dodgeball, takes pride in showcasing innovative new sports and PFC fits in perfectly.
Mark your calendars for 10 PM EST Aug. 4 as Pillow Fight Championship Presented by Dr. Pepper takes over ESPN's "The Ocho" for an unforgettable showcase of the unique sport.

‘Patria y Vida’ Writer, Singer and Two-time Grammy-Award Winner Yotuel Romero Named King of Carnaval Miami 2022

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Wednesday, February 9, 2022

The Kiwanis Club of Little Havana has named Yotuel Romero as the official King of Carnaval Miami 2022.

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The Kiwanis Club of Little Havana has named Yotuel Romero as the official King of Carnaval Miami 2022.
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PATRIA Y VIDA WRITER, SINGER AND TWO-TIME GRAMMY-AWARD WINNER YOTUEL ROMERO NAMED KING OF CARNAVAL MIAMI 2022.
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We are excited to announce Yotuel as the King of Carnaval Miami 2022 and are honored to have him perform at the Calle Ocho Music Festival, said Alexander Perez, president of the Kiwanis Club of Little Havana.
I am honored to have been chosen as the King of Carnaval Miami 2022, said Yotuel Romero.

New York’s Iconic 116th Street Festival will Celebrate its 36th Anniversary with a Major Virtual Show on July 10

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Monday, June 7, 2021

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recap video here ) and Altsimo Live, which was aPRWeek 2021 finalist for the Best Multicultural Marketing Campaign of the Year.

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recap video here ) and Altsimo Live, which was aPRWeek 2021 finalist for the Best Multicultural Marketing Campaign of the Year.
As part of the 116th Street Festivals annual social good focus, organizers will soon announce a local non-profit that will be showcased during the event.
The 116th Street Festival has become a major part of East Harlems cultural experience thanks in part to Abrazo Fraternal del Barrio Fdn President David Acosta and V.P.
In 2020, with the Covid-19 pandemic cancelling many of major Latino events, Ralph pivoted to co-produce the 116 Street Festival and Calle Ocho Festivals as major live streams reaching millions of viewers.

Unforgettable: From Ivy Queen’s Virtual Duet with Celia Cruz to Hollywood Stars and a Salsa Dance Competition, Calle Ocho Live Hit High Notes and Millions of Views

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Thursday, October 8, 2020

This years four-hour festival featured numerous highlights, including:

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This years four-hour festival featured numerous highlights, including:
-- A magical virtual duet featuring Ivy Queen, the Queen of Reggaeton, and Celia Cruz, the Queen of Salsa, singing Celias No.
-- Speaking of virtual duets, Calle Ocho Live also brought father and son together for another moving performance featuring the late Tito Puente and Tito Puente, Jr.
In the skit, Abuela thinks this years Calle Ocho is in person until her family intervenes and shows her how to view Calle Ocho Live virtually, online.
(Glorias Guinness dance record was set to the beat of Conga, one of four world records associated with Calle Ocho).

What and Who to Expect at This Sunday, Oct 4th’s All Star, Latin Music Virtual Fest, Calle Ocho Live

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Thursday, October 1, 2020

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The main event of Calle Ocho Live will immediately follow from 4 to 7 p.m. EST with a massive music line up that is sure to delight everyone.

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The main event of Calle Ocho Live will immediately follow from 4 to 7 p.m. EST with a massive music line up that is sure to delight everyone.
Calle Ocho Live features a stocked and diverse line-up of music artists starring, in alphabetical order: Alcover; Alejandro Santamaria feat.
To register for the virtual edition of Calle Ocho Live, complete the easy registration at the events website www.CalleOchoLive.com.
Founded in 1975, the Little Havana Chapter is known for using advanced fundraising initiatives, such as Carnaval Miami and its flagship event, Calle Ocho Music Festival.

Gloria Estefan, Camilo, and Jessi Uribe Join First Wave Line-Up Announcement of Historic Oct. 4th Calle Ocho Live Virtual Festival

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Friday, September 11, 2020

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Among the stars joining the growing roster of the Hispanic Heritage Month virtual festival are Gloria Estefan, Camilo, Jessi Uribe, Jorge Celedn, and Bobby Pulido.

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Among the stars joining the growing roster of the Hispanic Heritage Month virtual festival are Gloria Estefan, Camilo, Jessi Uribe, Jorge Celedn, and Bobby Pulido.
To partner with, support, or sponsor Calle Ocho Live, email [email protected] , [email protected] , or visit www.CalleOchoLive.com .
To register for the premium, prize-filled edition of Calle Ocho Live, complete the easy registration at the events website www.CalleOchoLive.com .
Founded in 1975, the Little Havana Chapter is known for using advanced fundraising initiatives, such as Carnaval Miami and its flagship event Calle Ocho Music Festival.

Mau y Ricky Join Calle Ocho Live as Kings of Historic October 4th Hispanic Heritage Month Live Stream Festival

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Thursday, August 27, 2020

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MIAMI, Aug. 27, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Organizers of the October 4th Calle Ocho Live ( www.CalleOchoLive.com ) today announced that pop star duo Mau y Ricky will be the kings of the historic Hispanic Heritage Month live stream festival, October 4th.

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MIAMI, Aug. 27, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Organizers of the October 4th Calle Ocho Live ( www.CalleOchoLive.com ) today announced that pop star duo Mau y Ricky will be the kings of the historic Hispanic Heritage Month live stream festival, October 4th.
Mau y Ricky were poised to follow in their fathers footsteps at the physical festival in March before the show got cancelled due to Covid-19.
Now with Calle Ocho Live, the show will enjoy a huge national and international live stream and broadcast TV Hispanic Heritage Month-themed extravaganza that will feature major music artists, a variety show and many creative surprises.
Its an incredible honor to now have three kings from one dynasty at Calle Ocho Live, said Jorge Fernandez, president of the Kiwanis of Little Havana/Carnaval Miami.

Azucár! Celia Cruz, the Queen of Salsa, and Ivy Queen, the Queen of Reggaeton, will Unite for Epic Throwback Virtual Duet on Calle Ocho Live, October 4

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Tuesday, August 11, 2020

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The virtual duet harkens back to 1992 when the then-living Natalie Cole sang Unforgettable with her late father Nat King Cole, catapulting the classic hit back into the Top 10.

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The virtual duet harkens back to 1992 when the then-living Natalie Cole sang Unforgettable with her late father Nat King Cole, catapulting the classic hit back into the Top 10.
Celia Cruz stands out for her powerful voice, talent, stage presence, and eccentricities, said Ivy Queen.
Collectively, the shows broadcast will surpass millions of verifiable video views and will generate many more millions in overall media impressions.
Founded in 1975, the Little Havana Chapter is known for using advanced fundraising initiatives, such as Carnaval Miami and its flagship event Calle Ocho Music Festival.

Calle Ocho Live Sets October 4 for Nation’s Premier Latin Music & Pop Culture Live Stream and Broadcast TV Extravaganza of Hispanic Heritage Month

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Tuesday, June 30, 2020

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Today organizers from Carnaval Miami announced that the iconicCalle Ocho Music Festival2020 that was previously cancelled in March will return this year on October 4th asCalle Ocho Live( www.CalleOchoLive.com )#CalleOchoLive, a live stream and broadcast TV Hispanic Heritage Month-themed extravaganza that will feature major music artists, a variety show and many creative surprises.

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Today organizers from Carnaval Miami announced that the iconicCalle Ocho Music Festival2020 that was previously cancelled in March will return this year on October 4th asCalle Ocho Live( www.CalleOchoLive.com )#CalleOchoLive, a live stream and broadcast TV Hispanic Heritage Month-themed extravaganza that will feature major music artists, a variety show and many creative surprises.
In these difficult times and especially during Hispanic Heritage Month, we need a magicalCalle Ocho Liveto uplift the Latino community, said Jorge Fernandez, president of the Kiwanis of Little Havana/Carnaval Miami.
We cant wait to help take this brand into the next decade while also tapping into its awesome nostalgic past.
Founded in 1975, the Little Havana Chapter is known for using advanced fundraising initiatives, such as Carnaval Miami and its flagship event Calle Ocho Music Festival.