THE Bunbury community is invited to take to the streets and get into the spirit of the annual Viva Bunbury street fiesta, returning to the city on Saturday, March 7 from 5pm.
Held as part of Bunbury’s Autumn Racing Carnival, the event includes an impressive line-up of Latin-themed entertainment as Victoria Street becomes awash with colour and vibrancy.
From salsa lessons and displays to Rio Samba Queens, live Latin music performed by the Nueva Salsa Orchestra and face-painting all night, there will be something for everyone.
Beleza Entertainment will bring stilt walkers, drummers and dancers to keep the atmosphere elevated.
Two giant pinatas will also feature at this year’s Viva, inviting guests to have a bash and get in the running to win great prizes from local businesses.
Motorists are advised that Victoria Street between Symmons and Wellington Streets will be closed between 2pm and midnight.
The event kicks off in Victoria Street at 5pm on Saturday, March 7 before winding down at 9pm.
This is an alcohol and smoke free event brought to Bunbury as part of the WA Country Cups initiative.
Dazzling display will bring the street party to life
GET ready to be dazzled by the amazing Beleza Entertainment performers who will feature at this year’s Viva Bunbury street fiesta.
A variety of roving performers will put on a spectacular showcase of Brazilian music and dance throughout the evening.
The spectacle will feature drummers and dancers in an Afro-Brazilian style know as “samba-reggae” as well as a real bateria in the style of the Rio Carnival with their queens, dancers and stilt performers.
Expect to be dazzled by the colours and beauty of the performers and let Beleza transport you to the Brazilian Carnaval.
Get ready to be blown away by the Nueva Salsa Orchestra
THE hottest Cuban and New Yorkan salsa band this side of Latin America is coming to the Bunbury CBD as part of the Viva Bunbury party.
The Nueva Salsa Orchestra was formed in 2011 and is comprised of some of Australia’s finest musicians who have all performed in numerous local, national and international musical projects.
The orchestra continuously blows audiences away at sell out festivals, community events and private functions all over WA.
With a repertoire consisting of high energy salsas, mambos, bombas and cha chas, they are guaranteed to have you moving your body.
The orchestra will move across to the Rose Hotel at 8.45pm to keep the party going into the night.
