Mucho Gusto Fest 2025

We are MUCHO GUSTO, a celebration of music without borders. We inspire people to become engaged-advocates in the communities and causes that matter most to them. So that together, we are invested in a future worth celebrating.

TROPA MAGICA is bringing the psychedelic cumbia-punk heat to Riverside as this year’s Mucho Gusto headliner, and trust—it’s about to go off. Hailing from East L.A. and raised on the vibes of backyard parties and 90s grunge, brothers David and Rene Pacheco have carved out a sound that’s as wild and unpredictable as a Saturday night in the Inland Empire. Think: Peruvian cumbia guitars crashing into psych rock, punk attitude dipped in tropical glitter, and a groove that’ll have you sweating like you’re dancing on Saturn.

Combo Chimbita is not just a band—they’re a cosmic force channeling the power of the Colombian diaspora through sound, rhythm, and ritual. Born in the underground scene of New York and shaped by the ancestral pulse of Abya Yala, their music blends psychedelic rock, cumbia, champeta, and spiritual invocations into something that feels ancient and futuristic all at once. Fronted by the powerful presence of Carolina Oliveros, their live show is a full-body experience—part ceremony, part explosion.

Brainstory is a trio rooted in brotherhood, soul, and the Inland Empire. Hailing from Rialto, CA and now based in L.A., siblings Kevin and Tony Martin, along with longtime friend Eric Hagstrom, blend jazz roots, tight grooves, and heartfelt songwriting into something timeless.

El Santo Golpe was born in Riverside in 2016 and has since become a beloved hometown musical force. Blending Afro-Latin rhythms with deep cultural roots, their sound hits like a joyful wave—honoring tradition while inspiring movement. Using instruments like jarana, djembe, and accordion, and drawing from Mexican folklore, Puerto Rican bomba, and West African dance, they bring communities together through rhythm, art, and pure alegría.

Born under California sun and rooted in the radical soul of the 60s, 70s, and 80s, QUITAPENAS brings the heat of the Afro-Latin tropics to every stage they bless. Their name means “to remove worries,” and that’s exactly what they do—one cumbia, one guitar lick, one clap at a time.

Mucho Gusto Fest is a vibrant celebration of culture and community held annually at North Park Riverside. Attendees can enjoy diverse food vendors, live music performances, and artisan markets. The festival transforms the park area into a bustling hub of activity. Local restaurants and food trucks showcase international cuisines, while musicians perform on multiple stages throughout the park.

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