From Chicano Humanities & Arts Council
Celebrate Selena with Art, Music, Look-Alike Contest, and Custom Car Magic
El Rey Artwork, in collaboration with the Chicano Humanities Arts Council (CHAC Gallery) and Creature Arcade Tattoo and Illustration is proud to announce the much-anticipated return of the Selena Quintanilla Art Show: “Still Dreaming of You”. This year’s event, held at CHAC Gallery at 40 West (7060 W. 16th Ave. Lakewood, CO 80214) on March 7th, April 4th, and April 5th, commemorates the 30th anniversary of Selena’s untimely passing and honors the Queen of Tejano Music with three unforgettable days of vibrant art, music, culture, and celebration. The event will feature stunning artwork by Denver’s finest artists, Selena-inspired tattoo flash, a look-alike contest, a karaoke competition, a Show & Shine car show, Aztec dancers, and a variety of mouthwatering food trucks.
The festivities begin on Friday, March 7th, from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM, with an exciting Opening Ceremony Art Show, including a captivating performance by the Aztec dance group Huitzilipotchli, storytelling, face painting, and fun crafts for kids. On April 4th and 5th, the celebration continues with the eagerly anticipated look-alike contest, tattoo flash event, and a high-energy Selena karaoke contest, with incredible prizes for the winners. The Viejitos Car Club will lead a procession of custom cars, culminating in a Show & Shine car show at the CHAC and Creature Arcade parking lot, where the state’s finest custom cars will be on display.
Rob and Tammy Yancey founded this event ten years ago as a heartfelt tribute to Selena, aiming to bring together the Denver community to celebrate her lasting legacy. “Selena is an icon who represents resilience and embodies the beauty of our culture through her music and spirit,” says Rob & Tammy. “Though she may be gone in person, she will never be gone in spirit. Her legacy lives on in our hearts, and we’ll continue to honor her light.”
This year marks the one of the largest events hosted at CHAC’s 40 West location, with the goal of uniting Colorado’s artistic communities while celebrating Selena’s enduring influence on music, culture, and art.
So, get ready to show off your best Selena attire and perfect those karaoke moves and voices!
Click the links to let us know you’ll be joining the celebration on March 7th and/or April 4 & 5.
