Legion Park is getting ready to celebrate a 60th anniversary — the Woodburn Fiesta Mexicana returns this weekend, starting Friday, Aug. 16 through Sunday, Aug. 18.
The annual celebration of family and culture dates back to 1964 and will feature music, dancing, over 60 vendors, lucha libre, carnival rides, and games. On Saturday, Aug. 10, the event also carried on its tradition of naming its Fiesta Queen and First Princess, an honor open to Marion County juniors and seniors.
Entry is free all day on Friday. On Saturday and Sunday, admission is free until 5 p.m., then it will cost $5 for people older than 10.
On Saturday, Aug. 17 Woodburn will also host its Fiesta Mexicana Parade starting at 11 a.m. at the Woodburn Aquatic Center and ending at Legion Park. If you want to see the parade, check out the route.
