Mexico en el Corazon 2026

THE LAKE COUNTY CULTURAL ASSOCIATION NFP AND THE COLLEGE OF LAKE COUNTY JAMES LUMBER CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS PRESENT "MEXICO EN EL CORAZON 2026"

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 3, 2026

We are proud and honored to invite our communities,, families, friends, students, and cultural partners to a very special celebration:

✨ México en el Corazón 2026 ✨

Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating the beauty, music, dance, colors, history, and traditions of Mexico. This special cultural presentation brings the spirit of Mexico to our community through powerful and vibrant performances that honor our heritage, our roots, and the pride of our people.

📅 Thursday, September 3, 2026
📍 James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts
College of Lake County – Grayslake Campus
🕔 Doors Open: 5:00 PM
🎭 Show: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

México en el Corazón is an initiative of the North American Institute for Mexican Advancement, NAIMA, based in Melrose Park, Illinois.

This is a free community cultural event celebrating Mexican heritage through folkloric dance, mariachi, norteño music, and the beautiful traditions that represent the heart and soul of Mexico.

We invite you to bring your family, invite your friends, and be part of this memorable evening of culture, unity, and community pride.

🎟️ Ticket reservation link coming soon.
Seats will be limited, so please stay tuned for more information.

Let us come together to celebrate the heart, pride, and culture of Mexico.

Hosted by:
Lake County Cultural Association NFP
College of Lake County James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts

In collaboration with:
NAIMA

Thank You to Our Sponsors

La Chuparosa Restaurant
La Michoacana Premium – Waukegan, IL
Shirl’s Restaurant
Lighthouse Miniature Golf
Attorney Manuel A. Cardenas & Associates, PC
El Siete Catering
Las Quecas Restaurant
CLC Diversity Council
Lewis Produce Market
Illinois State Senator Adriane Johnson, Serving the 30th District
Illinois State Senator Mary Edly-Allen, Serving the 31st District
Center for Immigrant Progress
Farmers Insurance – Daniel Cahue
American Insurance – Hernandez Arizmendi & Associates LLC
Fat Rosie’s Taco & Tequila Bar
Armando Popoca – Century 21 Circle
Lake County Sports Center – Waukegan, IL

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Lake County Cultural Association NFP Asociación Cultural Lake County NFP Is a nonprofit cultural organization dedicated to celebrating, promoting, and preserving culture, heritage, traditions, and community unity throughout Lake County.

Our mission is to bring families, residents, organizations, and community partners together through cultural events, educational programs, music, dance, art, and celebrations that honor diversity and strengthen community pride.

Through events such as México en el Corazón, the Mexican Independence Festival, Día de los Muertos, community workshops, and other cultural initiatives, Lake County Cultural Association NFP works to create meaningful opportunities for people of all backgrounds to learn, participate, and celebrate together.You can use this for flyers, sponsor letters, social media, or introductions.

Follow us on social media:

Facebook: Lake County Cultural Association NFP
Facebook: Asociación Cultural Lake County
TikTok: tiktok.com/@lakecountycultura
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lakecountyculturalassociation?igsh=MWtqcW5namp5eW1iZg==

Thank you, everyone!