Immerse Yourself in Argentine Culture: Festivities, Performances, Cuisine

The 37th annual Festival Argentino, USA celebrates Argentine Day and Cultural Freedom, in Arlington, with Los Alonsitos, and 37 artists in the program.

Likewise, in the event there will be a World Cup and Solidarity Tribute, and the 200 years of diplomatic relations between the United States and Argentina will be commemorated.

This event will feature a Copa America USA Solidarity Tribute, Honoree Marco Antonio Etcheverry a legend of World Soccer, and the 40 years of diplomatic relations between the United States and Argentina in Arlington, VA.

Saturday, June 1, 2024. Music, exhibitors, authentic food are highlights of the popular event, which takes place at Kenmore Middle School. Declared an "Event of Cultural Interest" by the Secretary of Culture of the Argentine Republic, the Festival Argentino USA is an opportunity for the public to experience traditional Argentine culture.

Festival Argentino USA –which coincides with an Argentine Heritage Day and the month of the Flag– is an opportunity for the public to experience the traditions of that nation. By highlighting tango and other rhythms such as the milonga and featuring artisans and vendors of typical food and products, the festival seeks to broaden public understanding and enjoyment of Argentine and Latin American culture. The mix of live music, great food, and fun activities for kids make the festival a perfect family-friendly experience.

The Chef Yofre Zambrano & Chef Vilmar Paiva Espíritu Parrillero enterprise will use, on that occasion, firewood in the country barbecue and there will be New York steak or flank steak sandwiches. For its part, Gaucho Bros will offer parrillada and choripan and Camille will offer empanadas, churros and soft drinks. And something extra: a country barbecue demonstration will be held on site by the chef from Argentina Vilma Palvia.

A Consular representative of the Embassy of Argentina to the United States of America, will be at the Annual event to celebrate with us all. Tickets are available online for $25 and (no refunds) include a raffle ticket and free public parking. Entry ticket doubles as a chance to win a round-trip ticket to Latin American by TBC Copa Airlines from DC area to Argentina’s destination.

Known for its proximity to Washington D.C., Arlington is a vibrant suburban community with an eclectic, diverse population that has a deep appreciation for authentic cuisine. The event brings Argentinian cuisine to the U.S. and features exhibitors, soccer, children's games, musical performances, and other entertainment. The Festival Argentino is a Virginia gourmet lover's dream come true, with affordable food options that will make any meat-lovers mouth water – you can get Choripan, It consists of Argentine sausage, bread, and chimichurri, Empanadas traditional Argentinean baked empanadas filled with beef, onions, paprika, hot pepper powder, cumin, oregano, hard-boiled egg, and olives and alfajores are traditional Argentine pastries made with two delicate, melt-in-your-mouth cookies embracing a luscious dollop of creamy dulce de leche caramel.


The one-day event is a colorful, fun, and food-filled celebration of Argentine and Inter-American Cultures. View art and crafts and exhibits, listen to a variety of fabulous music and watch skilled dancers perform Tango and traditional Argentine dances. The event will also include children’s art activities focusing on “Arts and Crafts & Product and Services,” outdoor family soccer from 2:00─5:00 p.m. and performing clowns from the company “Sonrisas y Lagrimitas” in the theatre at 4:00 p.m.

Don't miss this long-running and award-winning cultural festival on June 1. Special thanks to event co-sponsors Arlington County, StayArlington, the Embassy of Argentina, Espiritu Parrillero, Chef Yofre Zambrano, Gaucho Bros Empanadas, Capitalwire PR, Arlington Cultural Affairs, Department of Parks and Recreation, Kenmore Middle School, the bairesmarket, Arlington Arts, Arlington Free Clinic, Embracing Arlington Arts, Virginia is for Lovers, volunteers, artists, media, exhibitors and participants. Online ticket sales via Tickeri.com.

For questions, please call 703-212-5850 or email info@festivalargentinousa.com.

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