Tulsa Will Host 12th Annual Festival Americas
The citys Guthrie Green park will host the cultural festival on September 26, 2026.
Updated on Sept. 25, 2026 in Cultural
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The Tulsa Area Hispanic Chamber of Commerce will hold its 12th annual Festival Americas on September 26, 2026, at Guthrie Green. Running from 4 to 10 p.m., the event features live music, local vendors, and new interactive activities.
Why it matters
The festival features new additions, including a 15-stop passport program and a loteria-style game, designed to celebrate the diverse cultures of the Americas. Organizers introduced these features to increase engagement following a period of organizational growth.
The chamber reports a total of 210 members, an increase from 160 members earlier in March 2026. The festival will operate on September 26 between the hours of 4 p.m. and 10 p.m.
The players
Maritza Leon Cartagena
She is the CEO of the Tulsa Area Hispanic Chamber of Commerce who began her leadership role in March 2026.
Tulsa Area Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
This organization represents local business interests and hosts the annual Festival Americas.
Martha Isabel Zapata
She served as the founding CEO of the chamber before departing in November 2025.
The details
The event organizer, CEO Maritza Leon Cartagena, initiated the planning process in July 2026 after conducting site visits to gather direct feedback from chamber business members. These efforts aim to bridge member needs with community networking opportunities.
Timeline
November 2025: Founding CEO Martha Isabel Zapata departed the chamber.
March 2026: Maritza Leon Cartagena became the new CEO.
July 2026: Planning for the festival began.
September 26, 2026: Festival Americas occurs at Guthrie Green.
Industry Dynamics
The festival expansion follows the growth trajectory established by the chambers recent membership surge. This event reflects the 210-member growth milestone of the Tulsa Area Hispanic Chamber of Commerce by demonstrating new outreach strategies.
Attendees can access the 15-stop passport activity and loteria-style games during the festival hours at Guthrie Green. The event provides a centralized space for residents to engage with local business members and explore the culture of the Americas.
The takeaway
Organizers emphasize that the inclusion of interactive games and passports serves to deepen ties between local business owners and the public. Residents are encouraged to visit during the six-hour window to participate in these new cultural activities.
Further reading
Learn more about local festivities on the Tulsa Cultural section page.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Tulsa Flyer.
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