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Join us as we celebrate our traditions through folk dances and live music. Artists from Mexico, Central and South America will perform flaunting their indigenous costumes.
Our Mission
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LAREXPO's mission is to empower a vibrant community of Latin American artisans and entrepreneurs by creating a space where they can showcase their work when engaging the public, inspiring appreciation of their cultural heritage. Our artisans have pledged to maintain high quality standards in their work while conserving the sustainability of the economy, the society and the environment.
Exhibitors
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Exhibitors
LAREXPO is the main artisan fair in the City of Manassas. Artisans are selected for their enthusiasm to promote the conservation of their countries´ traditional crafts while preserving high levels of workmanship. Entrepreneurs attend this Event to link with the community, providing helpful information, advice and support as a benefit to our Visitors.
2024 Partners
2024 sponsors
latin american folklore dance groups
Peru
Colombia
Colombia
Estampas Peruanas de Virginia
Peru
Group Estampas Peruanas of Virginia is an initiative started 10 years ago as the means to introduce children of Peruvian decent the richness of their culture and traditions.
Colombia
Colombia
Colombia
El Tayrona, Dance Group
Colombia
El Tayrona, a folk and musical group, was founded in September 1981 by Berta Mejía de Chiari and her daughter, Marta L. Chiari-Arias.
The group's goal is to maintain and promote the richness and diversity of native dances, clothing, and music of Colombian ethnic culture at a professional level.
Mexico
Colombia
El Salvador
Grupo Folklore Vida Y Salud
Mexico
Our group is comprised of individuals who are proud of their culture and heritage. We aim to promote our folklore by showcasing the diverse and emblematic dances of our regions. Our goal is to ensure that our children grow up with an appreciation of their heritage and the ability to participate in these traditions.
El Salvador
El Salvador
El Salvador
Flor de Cafe Folkloric Group
El Salvador
In 2023, the Ciudad Barrios/USA Committee was established in Virginia to address the fading of cultural heritage in the United States and around the world. One of their initiatives was to create a dance group to preserve their traditions. Flor de Cafe was born from this need. Comprised of members passionate about folklore dance and proud to represent El Salvador, Flor de Cafe aims to keep their cultural heritage alive through their performances.
Bolivia
El Salvador
Bolivia
Tinkus Bolivia USA
Bolivia
Tinkus Bolivia USA is a non-profit dance company that was founded on October 18th, 2016, by Gaston Blanco and his family. Currently, they have 75 dancers from all over Latin America, Central America, and the States. This fraternity was founded to spread Bolivian folklore through the Tinkus, Salaque, and Tobas dance. Tinku is a ritual and folk dance from Bolivia that is performed in the north of the department of Potosí. The meaning of the word, originally from the Quechua language, is “encounter”.
Ecuador
El Salvador
Bolivia
Grupo Raices Ecuatorianas
Ecuador
Our organization is deeply committed to showcasing our country's rich heritage and traditions.
Through various cultural events, workshops, and educational programs, we strive to pass down our customs to younger generations.
By celebrating our cultural identity, we aim to instill a sense of pride and belonging in the hearts of all Ecuadorians, both young and old.
Orgullo Latino Award Recognition RAFAEL LAZO
Orgullo Latino Award Recognition RAFAEL LAZO
Orgullo Latino Award Recognition RAFAEL LAZO
Rafael Lazo, Fundador y editor de El Imparcial News, enero 1994 Originario de El Sauce, departamento de La Unión, El Salvador, 24 octubre, 1959
-Licenciado en Periodismo: en la Universidad de El Salvador (diciembre de 1993).
-Estudios en Ciencias Jurídicas, Universidad de El Salvador y Francisco Gavidia
-Diversos premios y reconocimientos periodísticos recibidos en El Salvador, México y Estados Unidos, destacados entre ellos:
- Primer Lugar (Medalla de Oro) en fotografía en evento a nivel latinoamericano promovido por el Club Primera Plana (México junio 1988)
- Segundo lugar en redacción periodística, premio otorgado por el Arzobispado de San Salvador (junio 1992).
-Redactor del año Asociación de Periodistas de El Salvador (1994).
-Medios donde ha laborado: -La Noticia, La Prensa Gráfica, Diario El Mundo, Semanario 7 Días.
-Varias capacitaciones en periodismo judicial, económico y político, en El Salvador y otros países.
- Fundador y editor de otros periódicos y revistas culturales en El Salvador
- Fundador y editor de periódico El Deportivo, Manassas, Virginia, 2001
Ambassador LAREXPO MARTIKA CON K
Orgullo Latino Award Recognition RAFAEL LAZO
Orgullo Latino Award Recognition RAFAEL LAZO
Martha Sánchez, also known as Martika con K, hails from the Dominican Republic and is celebrated as the Ambassador of Happiness. Crowned as the Queen of Ambassadors USA 2023, she is a George Washington University graduate with a BA in information technology. Previously, she worked as a Business Systems Analyst at
Arlington County Government. Martika con K is a dedicated Entrepreneur, committed to helping individuals enhance various aspects of their lives. With a background in arts and entertainment, she shines as a prominent figure in the DMV area, showcasing her talents as a master of ceremonies, singer, and folklore dancer. Her influence extends beyond borders, reaching audiences in the Dominican Republic, the United States, and Morocco. Martika con K has received accolades across various media platforms, including radio, television, newspapers, and social networks. Proficient in two languages, she gracefully navigates life, spreading joy through her singing, dancing, and vibrant performances.
Exhibitor and Vendor Registration
Our event 2024 is FULLY BOOKED! Please fill out the form if you wish to be considered an exhibitor/vendor for the next event. Form submission does not guarantee participation. You will be notified via email once we start the selection process.