It's already underway and continues all day. It's the 37th annual Cinco de Mayo celebration in downtown Junction, presented by the Latin Anglo Alliance Foundation.

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For those of you, like me, that wasn't sure what the LAAF is, it's a Mesa County not for profit organization that promotes Latino culture and strives to form alliances with other organizations and businesses in the community.

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This year marks the 37th anniversary of this downtown Grand Junction celebration. It's a full day of activities. Some of the highlights include:

Solar Car Competition 12:30 PM

Watermelon Eating Contest 2:15 PM

Jalapeno Eating Contest 3 PM

Cinco de Mayo Royalty announcement 4:30 PM

Street Dance - live music by Integrantes del Norte 6 - 10 PM

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Main Street will be closed between 5th and 7th until the festivities wrap up after 10 tonight. Along with the entertainment and competition, there are a variety of art & crafts, food vendors, and much more! Happy 5th of May...on the 6th!

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