Mayfest 2024: Celebrating the Community and Caregivers Through Fun!

Mayfest 2024

Mayfest is once again coming to Carson in 2024 and we are inviting you to join! Last year’s Mayfest was a success with more than 500 participants and we are inviting everyone to join us again this year. Mayfest is a festival that celebrates and recognizes the contributions of caregivers, care providers, and care facilities in Southern California through fun-filled activities. Mayfest 2024 focuses on raising awareness for caregiver mental health. 

Details about Mayfest:

  • 📅 Date: May 19, 2024

  • 🕙 Time: 10am - 6pm

  • 📍 Location: Carson Community Center

  • 🏠 Address: 801 Carson St. Carson, CA 90745

What to Expect at Mayfest 2024

At Mayfest 2024, you’ll find a mix of fun activities for the whole family such as:

  • Santacruzan Procession Indoor fashion show - The Santacruzan procession will be the opening of Mayfest 2024 and will be its highlight. Santacruzan is a celebration in the Philippines that involves Reinas or muses parading. After the outdoor parade, the indoor fashion show will follow.

Click to know more: https://mayfest.live/santacruzan-and-fashion-show

  • Car show - Car owners and car enthusiasts will have the opportunity to showcase their unique vehicles and awe the audience.

Click to know more and register: https://mayfest.live/car-registration 

  • Talent presentations - Mayfest will feature performers of different talents to perform in Mayfest and entertain the audience. The type of performances that will be showcased are dancing, singing, entertainment, comedy, and many more. 

Click to register as a performer: https://mayfest.live/becomeaperformer

  • Caregiver Nominations - Those interested are given the opportunity to nominate a caregiver, facility owner, or healthcare nonprofit organization that they know performed well in the past few years and deserves recognition. No hard work should go unnoticed. 

Click to nominate deserving candidates: https://mayfest.live/nominate 

There would also be food truck vendors to ensure that everyone is well-fed while the activities are ongoing. 

Top 3 Reasons To Attend Mayest 2024

✅FREE ADMISSION 

One of the best parts about Mayfest 2024 is that it's completely free to attend. This means you can enjoy a full day of entertainment, engagement, and community spirit without worrying about the cost. It's our way of inviting everyone in the community to come together, celebrate, and support a good cause without financial barriers.

✅YOU CAN BRING YOUR WHOLE FAMILY 

Mayfest 2024 is designed with families in mind. With activities ranging from talent presentations, a Santacruzan procession, a fashion show, to a car show, there's something for every age and interest. Children and adults will find entertainment and joy in various activities, making it the perfect day out for the whole family.

YOU ARE SUPPORTING A GOOD CAUSE

By participating in Mayfest, you are contributing and supporting our mission - to recognize and support caregivers who help the community. Your attendance helps to highlight the importance of these caregivers and the essential roles they play. It's a chance to give back, show appreciation, and contribute to improving the quality of life for those in need.



Other Ways to Participate in Mayfest

Aside from being a participant, there are other ways you can participate and directly contribute to Mayfest and the community. Other ways you can participate in Mayfest include:

Becoming a Volunteer

Mayfest is a big event with big activities and hundreds of participants - we need as much help as we can to make sure Mayfest goes smoothly. As a volunteer here are some of your responsibilities:


  • Attend weekly meetings to know the latest updates and changes. 

  • Help in organizing and setting up the venue. 

  • Help in the registration of participants during the event. 

  • Help in logistics. 



Each volunteer will be provided with official Mayfest 2024 merchandise, including a specially designed T-shirt that will be worn during the event.


Donate for a Cause

Aside from enjoying the activities in Mayfest, you can directly help caregivers and care providers by donating. Your donation will be a wonderful opportunity to make a difference in the lives of caregivers and those they assist. Mayfest is in partner with Ca Care Association, a nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing the quality of care in California.


Ca Care Association offers services including safe, affordable, and personalized training for caregivers in assisted living homes and community-based care settings. Your donations will directly support their monthly caregiver training programs, ensuring caregivers across California have access to the knowledge and skills they need to provide the best care possible.


Click below to donate to Ca Care Association:

Register for Mayfest 2024 Now!

So, what are you waiting for? Mark your calendars for May 19, 2024, bring your family and friends, and be part of this incredible celebration. Remember, admission is free, and the experiences you'll gain are priceless.

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