City of Rochester
News Release
(Monday, Aug. 7, 2023) – Mayor Malik D. Evans and the City of Rochester’s Hispanic Heritage
Committee will kick off Hispanic Heritage Month celebrations at the 2023 Roc’n
Ritmo concert, 5 to 11 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 9 at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Park, 353 Court St.
Promoter Orlando Ortiz
of RocOn Times, has organized an exciting musical lineup for the evening that
features Host Franco “El Matatan” and headliners Carlos Garcia and Divino.
Carlos Garcia may be a relatively new name in the genre, but lifelong exposure
to music has led him to work with Victor Manuelle, Charlie Aponte, and many
others. Since 2020, Carlos has released several salsa tunes such as “Te Pasa
Algo”, “Yo la Queria para Mi”, and “No me culpes”.
Divino has been a
well-known name across the reggaeton genre for over 20 years with hit
collaborations like “Esta Noche De Travesura” and “Mac” (with Malito Malozo and
Bayriton). This time, he comes to Roc’n Ritmo as part of his upcoming “Pobre
Corazon World Tour.”
In addition to live
music, Roc’n Ritmo will feature food, beer, and wine for purchase. General
admission is $7 and admission is free for kids age 12 and under. VIP tickets
are $50 and include a beverage, access to a VIP area with private bathrooms.
Tickets are on sale
now online
at Ticketmaster and at:
- The Auditorium Theatre – 885 E. Main St.
- Burgos Income Tax – 1816 N. Clinton Ave.
- Casa Campo Restaurant – 1584 E. Main St.
For more information
on the event, visit www.cityofrochester.gov/rocnritmo.
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The Administration of Mayor
Malik D. Evans strives to create a safe, equitable and
prosperous Rochester by inspiring hope and delivering opportunity for everyone.
Guided by the Administration’s Mission, Vision and Values and the principles of the “Rochester
2034” comprehensive plan, City employees are committed to providing
exceptional customer service, transparent stewardship, and collaborative
leadership to foster a vibrant community that empowers personal, professional
and generational growth for all who live, work or play in the city of
Rochester.