The anniversary was actually last year, but the COVID-19 pandemic set them back, said Fred Martinez, who has managed the 1,200-capacity venue since 1995.
(For the full lineup, visit /elcasinoballroom.) 9-10, features salsa and folklorico dancers, dancers from Viva Performing Arts and Arizona Folk Dance Company, mariachi groups including from Pueblo and Sunnyside high schools, and a number of bands including J5, Ritmo de Sanchez, Conjunto Bravo and Los Hermanos Cuatro. The two-day celebration Saturday and Sunday, Sept. This weekend, El Casino Ballroom celebrates its 75th anniversary with two days of concerts and performances from dance troupes and bands that have played a part in the ballroom’s storied history.
Little Joe of Little Joe, Johnny and la Familia performs at El Casino Ballroom at 437 East 26th St.