The festival took place on a fenced-off portion of Sparks Street, attracting approximately 1,500 guests per event.

Due to increased popularity, the festival moved to Albert Island[2] for one night of Latin dancing in the open air.

As Canadians of Latin American descent make up one of the largest non-European ethnic groups in the country,[3] this festival demonstrated the vibrancy and diversity of their culture in the Canada's 150th anniversary edition.

The Main Event: Block Party on Albert Island will start at 6PM with a performance from Yani Borell accompanied by a live Salsa band.

The August festival featured a 15-piece Samba Fusion performance, multiple stages and DJs, the 10-piece salsa band, Salseros With Attitude (SWA) and a variety of food and drink vendors.

Latin Sparks Festival is taking place from 3 - 11PM on September 7, 2024 at Lebreton Flats Park.

In addition to the fan favourite performances, signature cocktails and food trucks, dance classes and multiple entertainment stages, a new element will be introduced this year: a Latin Dance Battle where dancers can participate for a cash prize.

The festival has been supported by private companies and various government bodies such as: the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport, the City of Ottawa, Toronto Arts Council, Ontario Arts Council, Hot 89.9 FM, Labatt Brewery Company, Modelo Especial, Cellection and various local Latin American restaurants.