What is FARMCHELLA?

Farm workers are the backbone of our region. They tirelessly work under the desert sun to ensure that fresh produce reaches our tables across the nation.

‍Farmchella is more than just a festival; it's an expression of gratitude for the farm workers who work daily to keep this country alive. We aim to shine a spotlight on the incredible contributions.”— Flor Martinez Zaragoza, CEO of Celebration Nation.

COACHELLA VALLEY, CALIFORNIA, USA - Celebration Nation and Mas for More are proud to announce the Second Annual FARMCHELLA Festival, a vibrant celebration honoring the essential contributions of farm workers in the Coachella Valley. This event, set to take place on April 18 at Veterans Park, promises a day filled with entertainment, giveaways, and appreciation for the hardworking individuals who sustain our food system.Farm workers are the backbone of our region, tirelessly overworking under the desert sun to ensure that fresh produce gets to our tables across the nation. Their dedication often goes unrecognized, especially during this time of the year, but Farmchella aims to change that by creating a space where their efforts are acknowledged, celebrated, and honored.

Attendees can look forward to a diverse array of activities and attractions, including:

- Mariachi, Aztec, and Folklorico dance performances captivating cultural displays that showcase the talented local heritage of the Coachella Valley.
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- Health clinic: Providing essential health services and resources to farm workers and their families.
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- Clothing boutique: Offering free clothing and accessories to farmworker families.
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- Farmers market: Distributing fresh produce from local farms to farmworker families.
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- Giveaways and resources: Distributing essential items and information to support farm workers and their communities.
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- Live band: Keeping the festivities lively with live music from talented musicians.
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- Cultural Food: Families will enjoy cultural snack foods throughout the event.
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- Kids activities and jump houses: Engaging and entertaining activities designed to celebrate the community's youngest members.

To be a part of Farmchella :

TO SPONSOR : Contact Victoria@celebration-nation.org

TO VOLUNTEER : https://form.typeform.com/to/cDfLJ9Vy

TO DONATE : Please consider becoming a monthly donor for our Food Bank for Farmworkers Program as we aim to expand a monthly foo distribution to Coachella, CA.