Revolución 2024, LA’s #1 Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration, Is Coming to Downey This Month!

FEATURED SPEAKERS AWARD-WINNING ACTOR JON HUERTAS,  DOWNEY MAYOR MARIO TRUJILLO, DIANA MARIA RIVAS, LISA VIDAL, AIDA RODRIGUEZ, PATTY RODRIGUEZ, DANAY ESCAVERINO, JULISSA ARCE AND RAFAEL FERNANDEZ JR

Los Angeles, CA – September 4, 2024  – Todo Wafi, a leading digital media company representing diversity, unveiled its 2024 schedule and lineup for this Revolucion Hispanic Heritage Month Festival. The event aims to showcase the rich cultural contributions that shape the Latino/a/e experience. Hosted at the Embassy Suites in Downey, CA, from September 20 to 22, the three-day program will host a diverse and inclusive lineup of Latine speakers, panels, and creators. 

“Creating this event is about more than just celebration; it’s about crafting a transformative experience that fosters unity, promotes cultural understanding, and empowers the Latino/a/e community to thrive and inspire. By bringing together diverse voices and talents, we aim to build bridges between cultures, celebrate our rich heritage, and provide a platform for meaningful dialogue. This event is a testament to our resilience, creativity, and the shared values that bind us. It’s an opportunity to uplift our community, highlight our contributions, and inspire future generations to embrace their identity with pride and confidence,” expressed TodoWafi founder and creator of Revolución, Rafel Fernandez Jr. 

Friday, September 20: Opening Night Gala

• Special guests include keynote speaker Jon Huertas, Mayor Mario Trujillo, and bilingual poet Solany Lara with a special poetry reading.
• The gala will feature food, cocktails, photo booths, and dance performances by Ocandeniye Dance Company and Chacombo, followed by a salsa dance night.

Saturday, September 21: Workshops, Seminars, and Panels

• Jon Huertas will moderate a Beyond Language Panel discussion.
• Panels include Pioneers in STEM, Colorism vs. Racism, Unity in Diversity, and Industry Changers, moderated by Rafael Fernandez Jr.
• Seminars include Perfecto! Journey to Learning Spanish w/Jose Estrada, Intro to Business w/Lucee Cesena.
• The Day concludes with a Cocktail Networking Hour.

Sunday, September 22: Continued Workshops and Panels

• Acclaimed actresses and Co-Founders of Latinas Acting Up Diana-Maria Rivas and Lisa Vidal will deliver the day’s introduction and keynote remarks, immediately followed by the Rompiendo Stigmas Panel focusing on mental health in the Latine community.
• Writer Rafael Agustin will conduct a short reading/Q&A from his book “Illegally Yours,” followed by the Literary Trailblazers Panel featuring Award Winning Writer and Best Selling Author Julissa Arce, Edward Denniz, Aida Rodriguez, Naibe Reynoso, and Patty Rodriguez.
• Additional panels and seminars include the Film Forward Panel, and Digital Storytellers Panel.
• The festival closes with the Revolucion Comedy Show, featuring comedy performances by Gadiel Del Orbe, Cipha Sounds, Jose Maestas, Daniela Ines Calvo, and headliner Aida Rodriguez.

Free-To-Enter Community Vendor Village

The Community Vendor Village serves as the heart of Revolución 2024, offering a vibrant marketplace of over 30 Latino-owned businesses. This free-to-the-public village showcases the entrepreneurial spirit of the Latino community, featuring vendors offering unique products and services, as well as the collaboration and empowerment central to the event. Each vendor represents an aspect of the future Latinos are building—bold, innovative, and deeply rooted in culture. By supporting these businesses, attendees are not only enjoying unique products but also actively participating in the economic growth and empowerment of the Latino community.

• Open to the public on September 21 and 22 from 12 pm to 6 pm.
• Features include music performances, face painting, a family photo area, 35-40 exhibitors from the local area, and creators’ meet and greet.

Todo Wafi invites media outlets, influencers, community leaders, and the public to join in the celebration of Revolución. The festival promises to be a transformative experience, fostering unity, promoting cultural understanding, and empowering the Latine community. Additional programming and special guests will be announced at a later date.

Visit revhhm.com for more information and ticket sales. Follow Todo Wafi on Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, Facebook, and LinkedIn for all updates.

About Wafi Media Todo Wafi is a leading digital media company representing the diversity of the Latino community. Todo Wafi manages a network of social media channels with over 1M Latinos. Owner of @SomethingLatina, @SomethingLatino, @todowafi, @wereallprimos, and @todolatinoshow.

@todowafi @revhhm #revhhm2024