Taste of Tlaquepaque 2025

Amigos by the Magic of Music

Immerse yourself in the lively spirit of Mexico right here in Springfield! Come and celebrate Taste of Tlaquepaque, an event that highlights the sister city bond between Springfield and Tlaquepaque, Jalisco, Mexico. This year, Tierra Mojada and friends will reunite with The M-Dock Band for a farewell concert to celebrate the Springfield band that’s been performing for more than 30 years.

Concert

Tierra Mojada

• Enrique Ortiz
• Paco Padilla
• Raúl Rodríguez
• Fernando Quintana
• Javier Iñiguez
• Bernardo Ruvalcaba

The M-Dock Band

• Howard Cotner
• Bill Evans
• Scott Griggs
• Greg Hale
• Brent Hendrix
• Scott Pope
• John Price
• Steve Quinn
• Bryant Robinson
• Bob Swanson

Sponsor Party

The Sponsor Party will take place from 5-7 p.m., at the Oasis Convention Center adjacent to the concert location.

Sponsorships

Make the most of your Taste of Tlaquepaque experience! Become a sponsor and enjoy exclusive benefits that will take you closer to the heart of Mexican culture and art.

As a sponsor, you will get more time to mingle with the talented artists and musicians visiting from Tlaquepaque. You will also support Springfield Sister Cities’ mission of promoting peace through people and fostering cross-cultural understanding and friendship.

Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your Taste of Tlaquepaque experience and show your support for Springfield Sister Cities. Become a sponsor today and get ready for a night of fun, culture and celebration!

Deadline: The deadline to purchase sponsorships is Thursday, October 2 at 11:59 p.m. If you wish to purchase a sponsorship after this date, please contact us at lbakerink@springfieldmo.gov. 

More Information

Learn more about the event and sponsorships at peacethroughpeople.org/taste.