# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Santa Cruz Latin Collective @ Brookdale Lodge
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 22 Aug, 2026 at 07:00 pm – Sat, 22 Aug, 2026 at 10:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Santa Cruz Latin Collective is one of the Central Coast’s most exciting and authentic Latin music ensembles, delivering a powerful blend of Salsa, Latin rock, and Afro-Cuban rhythms rooted deeply in Bay Area history. The band delivers high-energy, dance-driven performances that honor the pioneers of Latin music while presenting a bold, modern sound for today’s audiences.
Drawing inspiration from iconic artists such as Santana, Malo, Sapo, Azteca, Fania All-Stars, Eddie Palmieri, and Willie Colón, The Latin Collective combines driving percussion, searing electric guitar, vibrant horn lines, and dynamic bilingual vocals into an electrifying live experience that resonates across the Bay Area and beyond.

The group was founded by guitarist Oscar Estrella and timbalero Jimmy Palafox, who assembled an exceptional lineup of seasoned professionals and next-generation talent. Estrella, a Cuban-born guitarist who came of age in San Francisco’s Mission District, is a founding member of the pioneering Latin rock band Sapo and a former member of Malo, placing him at the very heart of the original Latin rock movement. Jimmy Palafox is a well-known Bay Area percussionist, bandleader, and arranger, recognized for his work across Latin rock, salsa, and blues-influenced projects. A Santa Cruz native, Palafox has performed and collaborated with members of several pioneering Latin rock bands, and has worked extensively with Latin rock tribute projects and salsa ensembles, helping preserve the sound and spirit of this music for new generations. His energetic timbales work and deep knowledge of Latin music history are central to the Collective’s sound and vision.

The Latin Collective frequently features special guest appearances from some of Northern California’s finest Latin musicians, creating a live show that is both authentic and unpredictable. Each performance celebrates community, culture, and the enduring legacy of Latin music on the West Coast.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/brookdale/santa-cruz-latin-collective-brookdale-lodge/200030431392357
- **Event Categories**: entertainment, music, dance, art, fine-arts
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 29

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Brookdale
- **state**: CA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Brookdale Lodge
- **lat**: 37.107431386299
- **long**: -122.10863330916
- **full address**: Brookdale Lodge, 11570 Hwy 9,Brookdale, California, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Santa Cruz Latin Collective @ Brookdale Lodge being held?
  - **A:** Santa Cruz Latin Collective @ Brookdale Lodge takes place on Sat, 22 Aug, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Sat, 22 Aug, 2026 at 10:00 pm at Brookdale Lodge, 11570 Hwy 9,Brookdale, California, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Santa Cruz Latin Collective @ Brookdale Lodge?
  - **A:** Santa Cruz Latin Collective @ Brookdale Lodge is organized by Santa Cruz Latin Collective.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Santa Cruz Latin Collective @ Brookdale Lodge is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Brookdale, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Santa Cruz Latin Collective @ Brookdale Lodge sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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