MONTBELLO ALIVE! HISTORY
Montbello Alive! was created to celebrate the vibrant, diverse, and resilient community of Montbello. Founded in September 1965, Montbello became Denver's first major annexation of privately owned land, adding over 2,600 acres to the far northeast part of the city. Today, Montbello is a thriving community of over 36,000 residents, proud of its rich history and strong sense of unity.
Despite facing challenges related to infrastructure, affordable housing, education, and access to healthy foods, Montbello residents have continued to invest in their community through grassroots organizing and advocacy. Montbello Alive! was founded to honor the dignity, pride, and diversity of its residents, creating a safe and inclusive space for families to celebrate with food, entertainment, and activities.
MONTBELLO ALIVE! 2024 HIGHLIGHTS
On September 21, 2024, we celebrated the 9th Annual Montbello Alive! at Parkfield Lake Park. With over 60 vendors, community resources, and more than a thousand attendees, the day was a reflection of Montbello’s unity.
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Montbello Alive! 5K Run/Walk: Kicking off the day’s festivities, the 5K welcomed runners, walkers, and families. Whether competing for prizes or enjoying a relaxed stroll, participants embraced the spirit of fitness and community.
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Cultural Performances: Throughout the day, the crowd enjoyed a vibrant lineup of live music, dance, and artistic showcases, highlighting the rich cultural tapestry of Montbello. Performers included Grupo Tlaloc, Marta Spirks, Denver Municipal Band, No Mo Violence, Jaiel, and Tony Exum Jr.
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Delicious Free Food: Attendees savored free food from a variety of local vendors representing the diverse culinary landscape of Montbello.
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Family-Friendly Activities: Families enjoyed a wide range of fun, engaging activities, including Lotería, field games, face painting, extreme game truck, and the Museum of Nature and Science Curiosity Cruiser.
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Community Vendors: Local organizations showcased the incredible work being done to support and uplift Montbello. Numerous small business vendors brought unique products
and services to our community, highlighting the entrepreneurial spirit of Montbello.
Thanks to our generous sponsors, Montbello Alive! 2024 was a success, continuing to celebrate the dignity, pride, and diversity of Montbello while fostering deeper connections across our community.
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