Q: Where is the festival?
A: This indoor/outdoor festival is held on the Casa Vicente Restaurant lot at 375 S Stone Ave in downtown Tucson.
For a map of the location click here: casavicente.com/contact.php
Q: Where do I park?
A: Street parking is available on Stone Ave, 6th Ave, 14th and 15th streets. Nearby public parking is available at the TCC, Catherdral parking lots, and La Placita parking structure (entrence on Stone just North of Casa Vicente). For more info on parking downtown visit
cms3.tucsonaz.gov/parkwise/where-can-i-park-downtown.
Q: What's to eat?
A: Casa Vicente has an extensive menu of traditional Spanish fare. During the festival there will be outdoor vendors of smaller plates (Spanish Tapas $5 - $15) and indoor service of the restaurant's dining menu ($10 - $35). For indoor seating, reservations are highly recommended. Call 884 - 5253 to make reservations for a full Spanish meal before the outdoor entertainment begins or anytime! Casa Vicente is open for dinner Tuesday - Saturday 5 pm - 10 pmand is open for lunch during the winter months.
Q: What's to drink?
A: If you are looking for a great wine experience - look no further than Casa Vicente's exhaustive wine selection! Other traditional favorites include sangria, mojitos, and much more! Look for specials during the festival on Marques de Caceras wines!
Q: When do the performances begin?
A: Show times will reflect the late-night tradition of Spain! Thursday and Sunday evening performances will begin around 8 pm and go until after 10 pm with regular intermissions. Friday and Saturday night performances will begin around 9 pm and last until midnight. Our most talented featured dancers and musicians come on stage around 11 pm - so make sure to stay and watch the best of the best!!! For a full schedule of events and artists please browse our site.
Q: Are kids welcome at the Festival?
A: Yes! And, kids under 10 are admitted free.
Q: Can I be a vendor at the Festival?
A: Yes! Artists, Organizations, and Businesses catering to Hispanic patrons can set up tables or booths at the festival. For more info and for an Vendor Application, please email tucsonspanishflamencofestival@gmail.com
Q: Can I participate as a flamenco artist at the Festival?
A: Yes! Friday - Sunday night events will include Sevillanas and/or Rumba social dances where you can get up on stage and show off your flamenco aire! Professional artists are also encouraged to contact the festival for event participation. Please email tucsonspanishflamencofestival@gmail.com
Q: Who sponsors the Tucson Spanish and Flamenco Festival?
A: Our 2010 festival is proudly sponsored by Bodega Marqués de Cáceres Wines. Watch for specials on this fine wine during the festival and make sure to visit www.marquesdecaceres.com/!
Want to become a Sponsor? The Festival cannot happen without your in-kind, volunteer, and financial help! Please contact us for a sponsorship packet at tucsonspanishflamencofestival@gmail.com or call Marita at 884 - 5253.
Q: Is there a press release?
A: Yes! Read our Press Release
Q: Who coordinates the festival?
A: The Tucson Spanish and Flamenco Festival is produced by Casa Vicente Restuarant and Club España with collaboration assistance from Flamenco del Pueblo Viejo.
Casa Vicente is Tucson's only Spanish Restaurant and is family-owned,
in the tradition of Spanish culture and hospitality!
Casa Vicente offers genuine Spanish cuisine and an authentic, lively atmosphere.
Club España de Tucson is a non-profit, 501c3 organization dedicated to perserving and presenting the art and culture of Spain here in the Old Pueblo. The "Club España de Tucson" began in the early 1970's, when a group of Spaniards started to represent Spain in events and festivities of the Tucson community. Officially, "Club España de Tucson" was founded in 1980 and was registered with "The Arizona Corporation Commission" as a non-profit organization. Today "Club España de Tucson" offers Tucson resident’s cultural associated activities of Spain every month of the year. Club President, Sr. Don Vicente Sanchez-Martinez, is proud to co-present the Tucson Spanish and Flamenco Festival!
Flamenco del Pueblo Viejo is directed by flamenco artisits Mele and Jason Martinez. Both directors are exceptionally trained dancers, musicians, and flamenco instructors. Flamenco del Pueblo Viejo was founded in Tucson in 2006 and currently offers classes in flamenco dance, song, and music at Casa Vicente. The couple, along with students and collaborating artists, also presents flamenco performances for the Tucson community and beyond. Flamenco del Pueblo Viejo is proud to assist in the organization of the
Tucson Spanish and Flamenco Festival.
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