CHICAGO (CBS) — Light rain didn’t deter festival-goers from the Puerto Rican Fest in Humboldt Park on Saturday.
Organizers said 2,000 people had pre-registered to attend the event on Thursday, the opening day, and they expected that number to increase throughout the weekend.
Saturday’s parade, the 46th annual Puerto Rican People’s Day Parade on Division Street, drew a large crowd. The event focused on showcasing Puerto Rican art, culture and music. Organizers say they continue to emphasize over-commercialization of the community.
Mayor Brandon Johnson stopped by the event.
Organizers had planned for the parade to roll straight into the festival so people could continue their day out.
They said they were maintaining security with fencing around the park and bag checks at the entrance.
The festival lasts until 10pm on Saturday and runs for the last day on Sunday from 12pm to 10pm
