KXCI’s 2nd Annual Baila el Pueblo–A Desert Music Festival

Saturday, March 21st, 2026 Cathedral Square

🌵Music echoing through the desert air, dancing in community, and a shared celebration of sound, culture, and place.🌵

Watch highlights from this year’s festival. Mexican Institute of Sound with Ruben “El Gato Negro” Ramos featuring Carrie Rodriguez & Sergio Mendoza & Friends, La Texana, Dámaris Bójor, Las Azaleas, Sage Lacapa, D Faktion Nyne, DJ Set by Afrizona.

Made possible by our incredible sponsors, this desert music festival celebrated the rich cultural diversity of our region through live performances, local food vendors, and community.

Check out photos from Kat Kwan from the event.

Thanks to the Arizona Daily Star for their feature article and photos of the event.

🎥 Video by Kat Kwan

🎶 Music “D Stomp” by D Faktion Nyne

🎨 Poster artwork by Michael Montoya