Cantina la Martina Brings Vibrant La Tamalada Festival Back to Kensington for First Time Since Closure
On February 1st, The Lighthouse in Philadelphia will host Cantina la Martina's highly anticipated fourth annual La Tamalada festival, marking the first time since its closure in November. This free outdoor celebration promises to bring together the community with food, drinks, and entertainment.
The event will take place from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., featuring local street vendors selling handmade tamales alongside traditional Mexican beverages such as atole and tea. Visitors can indulge in these treats on a pay-as-you-go basis, with each tamale priced at $6. Cantina la Martina's owners have vowed to continue hosting pop-ups and community gatherings, making La Tamalada a vital part of the neighborhood's cultural scene.
The festivities will be complemented by family-friendly activities, including hayrides, barrel rides, artisan vendors, and a petting zoo with adorable horses, goats, and pigs. At 2 p.m., participating vendors will compete in a tamale-making contest, with awards given to the top entries.
La Tamalada is an annual celebration honoring La Candelaria, a Mexican tradition marking the close of the holiday season. This year's event also pays tribute to the community gathering that traditionally follows Rosca de Reyes, further solidifying its connection to local culture.
The Lighthouse will serve as the perfect venue for this festive gathering, with plenty of space for attendees to mingle and enjoy the offerings. With an exciting lineup of activities, food, and drinks, Cantina la Martina's La Tamalada festival promises to be an unforgettable experience for all involved.
On February 1st, The Lighthouse in Philadelphia will host Cantina la Martina's highly anticipated fourth annual La Tamalada festival, marking the first time since its closure in November. This free outdoor celebration promises to bring together the community with food, drinks, and entertainment.
The event will take place from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., featuring local street vendors selling handmade tamales alongside traditional Mexican beverages such as atole and tea. Visitors can indulge in these treats on a pay-as-you-go basis, with each tamale priced at $6. Cantina la Martina's owners have vowed to continue hosting pop-ups and community gatherings, making La Tamalada a vital part of the neighborhood's cultural scene.
The festivities will be complemented by family-friendly activities, including hayrides, barrel rides, artisan vendors, and a petting zoo with adorable horses, goats, and pigs. At 2 p.m., participating vendors will compete in a tamale-making contest, with awards given to the top entries.
La Tamalada is an annual celebration honoring La Candelaria, a Mexican tradition marking the close of the holiday season. This year's event also pays tribute to the community gathering that traditionally follows Rosca de Reyes, further solidifying its connection to local culture.
The Lighthouse will serve as the perfect venue for this festive gathering, with plenty of space for attendees to mingle and enjoy the offerings. With an exciting lineup of activities, food, and drinks, Cantina la Martina's La Tamalada festival promises to be an unforgettable experience for all involved.
. The fact that they're doing pop-ups and community gatherings afterwards shows that they really value the community aspect of these events.
. The fact that it's free is also a bonus, making it accessible to everyone.
. The Lighthouse venue is perfect for this kind of thing, with plenty of space for people to mingle and enjoy themselves. It's going to be an unforgettable experience, no doubt about it!
! i'm hyped about the street vendors sellin tamales & drinks, and the petting zoo w/ horses & pigs is gonna be SO much fun 
. cantina la martina's owners r doin a great job keepin the community spirit alive & it's awesome to see them hostin pop-ups & events again. gotta try that $6 tamale tho lol. 2 p.m. tamale makin contest, yay!
. And can you even imagine the cuteness of the petting zoo with horses, goats, and pigs? It's gonna be a really fun day out!
i've been following their page & it looks like they're bringing back the vibes after being closed down lol. $6 per tamale tho 
might be a bit pricey but trust me, its def worth it. and a petting zoo with horses & goats? yes pls 
cant wait to indulge in all the mexican grub & drinks too! 
cantina la martina's owners r really tryin to bring back the community spirit & i'm all for it 
theyre also havin family friendly acstivites lik hayrides n barrel rides cant wait 2 see wot it looks lyk
would love to check it out someday, maybe with some friends and a few tacos 
. the whole vibe of the event sounds so fun, from the food to the drinks, to the activities and contests... its going to be a blast for the whole family! 
its gonna be so lit!!! i mean who needs the lighthouse when ur got live music, delicious tamales (i can already imagine how much i'm gonna splurge on those $6 tamales lol) and adorable animals roaming around 
gonna make sure to mark my calendar for Feb 1st and get there early to snag some awesome treats 
cantinas got that feelin in da right direction again!!! 
I'm not sure if it's a good idea, it feels like a bit of a PR stunt to me... They're charging $6 per tamale, that's kinda steep for a community event. Don't get me wrong, I love tamales as much as the next person, but I wish they'd make more of 'em available for free or low-cost. 
Can't wait to check out the festival, it's gonna be lit! 
i mean who doesn't love free outdoor events with good food and drinks? 
and the fact that it's family-friendly with activities like hayrides and a petting zoo is just perfect for families or groups of friends looking for something fun to do on a nice day 
can't wait to check it out and see all the delicious tamales and drinks 