Afro Latinx Festival — Bayview–Hunters Point, San Francisco

Building bridges through music, dance, and food

Hola—I’m David Saenz, creator and producer of the Afro Latinx Festival at the historic Ruth Williams Opera House. I moved from Ecuador to San Francisco in 2004 and fell in love with this city’s creativity. In 2017, I launched the festival to honor Bayview’s deep Black cultural legacy and build a living bridge between Afro Latinx and African American communities. As an Ecuadorian rooted in the African diaspora, this work is personal.

Who’s graced our stage
Hosted by Gina Madrid with DJ Leydis, past artists include Chuchito Valdés, La Dame Blanche, Los Rakas, Bayonics, Oskar Ly & Rumbalú, and Elenah.

Why your gift matters
Your donation helps us:

Pay artists and dancers fairly
Fund sound, lighting, staging, and security
Promote the festival and document it
Pair emerging Bay Area talent with international acts
Support local food and art vendors
Preserve Bayview’s cultural history

What’s next
With your support, in 2026 we can bring legendary performers—Cultura Profética, Oscar D’León, Pedrito Martinez, Ozomatli—and pair them with local artists for mentorship, exposure, and unforgettable cultural exchange.

Donate today to keep this bridge alive. Your gift fuels equity, opportunity, and joy.

— David Saenz
Creator & Producer, Afro Latinx Festival
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