Community invited to 2026 SalsaFest Debrief

Elvira Talavera, center, pours salsa on her burro during the NatureSweet SalsaFest on Sept. 25, 2026. Also pictured are Laurence Talavera and Rose Burrell, right. - David Bell Photo/Gila Valley Central

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SAFFORD — The Graham County Chamber of Commerce is inviting businesses, organizations, volunteers, sponsors and community members to participate in a community-wide debrief following the 2026 SalsaFest.

The meeting will take place at 5 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 13, at the City of Safford Annex, 808 S. 8th Ave., Safford.

Organizers want community members to share their experiences, ideas and connections as they identify ways to improve future events. Participants are encouraged to bring challenges they observed and help explore practical solutions.

“SalsaFest is put on by the entire community,” said Vance Bryce, executive director of the Graham County Chamber of Commerce. “We know there are things we can improve, and we want to hear from everyone.”

Those who cannot attend may still participate by completing the Community Events feedback form at https://www.jotform.com/build/251048038967060.

The community discussion follows a Facebook invitation available at https://www.facebook.com/share/1C7LiBKgBJ/.

Taylor Banks, Chair of SalsaFest, said, “I want to encourage everyone to join the conversation and help shape the future of community events in the Gila Valley.”

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