Picture of the Day: El Grito in Photos: Reliving the Vibrant Celebration in White Salmon

By Joshuah Albert

White Salmon, WA. September 18, 2023 - Step back in time and experience the vivacity of this year's El Grito celebration in White Salmon through a captivating photo gallery.

From colorful parades to mesmerizing performances, these images encapsulate the heart and soul of the event. With over 25 participating groups and a fantastic atmosphere, El Grito 2023 was an immense success.

Scroll through the gallery to witness the fusion of tradition and contemporary culture, the music that resonated through the air, and the unity of the community. Whether you attended or not, these photos will transport you to the heart of the celebration.

We extend our gratitude to event sponsors WAGAP, the City of White Salmon, and SWACH for making this event possible.

The piñatas were the star attraction for the kids!

The One Community Health team was very well represented.

The Padilla family (Antonio, Maira, and Maria) had a great time volunteering!

WAGAP team started guests off with gift bags including tickets for free tacos and churros and a passport to door prizes

White Salmon-Bingen Rotary Club provided games and prizes for the kids, including lotería (Mexican bingo), puzzles, books, cornhole, badminton, and soccer.

Maira Padilla leads a round of lotería!

A little boy receives a new bicycle helmet from the Skyline Health Foundation.

Event coordinator Juan Reyes (right) stops by to thank the team from Knight Cancer Institute for joining the event.

Pacific HoneyBeez brought their wildflower honey!

Nueva Alta Adicción opened the event

Nueva Alta Adicción opened the event.

Kids playing lotería.

Event coordinator Juan Reyes announcing door prizes.

Headliner group La Misteriosa Banda 360 fills the night with music.

Headliner group La Misteriosa Banda 360 fills the night with music.

Volunteers bring the piñatas for the kids!

Volunteers bring the piñatas for the kids!

A little boy taking a swipe at the piñata!

Piñata fun continues!

Everyone enjoys the spoils from the Piñata!

Headliner group La Misteriosa Banda 360 fills the night with music.

Headliner group La Misteriosa Banda 360 fills the night with music.

Free cotton candy was on the menu for guests!

A local woman brings her new baby out for the fiesta. :)