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Utica Zoo Hosts Mesta Fiesta

Sunday, July 19, 2026 · Utica, MI

Utica Zoo will host Mesta Fiesta on Sunday, July 19, from noon to 3 p.m. The family event celebrates the Latino community with Mexican food, face painting, a parade, Caribbean dance performances, live mariachi music, children's door prizes, keeper talks, and miniature donkey walkabouts. The program takes place on the zoo grounds and is available with regular zoo admission. Residents can plan for a cultural afternoon while visiting the zoo's animal exhibits and activities.

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Monday, July 20, 2026

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Monday, July 20, 2026

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