Insider guide to La Onda 2025: Headliners, free rides, street closures, best eats and police advice  

La Onda, Northern California’s biggest Latin music festival, returns to Napa Valley on May 31 and June 1 for its second year. Mexican superstars Marco Antonio Solís and Carin Leon will headline the second annual event following its successful debut last summer.

The all-star roster also includes Pepe Aguilar, his daughter Ángela Aguilar, Banda MS and Grupo Firme. Whether attendees are chasing nostalgia or discovering fresh sounds, the two-day event promises a dynamic mix of regional Mexican, Latin pop and other fan-favorite genres celebrating the full spectrum of Latino music and culture in wine country.

Other standout acts include hitmaker Xavi, known for his chart-topping single “La Diabla” and Mexican singer-songwriter Eden Muñoz who returns to the festival for a second year in a row. 

Beyond the music, La Onda will spotlight Latino-inspired food and drinks, DJ sets and a silent disco. 

The Headliners

La Onda Festival’s star-packed lineup is headlined by iconic names. 

Saturday’s main act is Marco Antonio Solís, the legendary Mexican singer-songwriter known for his romantic ballads and decades-long career. He’ll be joined by fellow powerhouse Pepe Aguilar and the popular regional Mexican band Banda MS. Other Saturday highlights include viral sensation Xavi, Chino Pacas and the genre-blending Mexican Institute of Sound.

On Sunday, Carín León and Grupo Firme will headline the La Onda and Verizon stages, bringing their signature norteño and banda sounds to Napa Valley. León, known for his soulful corridos and raspy vocals, has quickly risen to fame, while Grupo Firme is a festival favorite, thanks to their high-energy performances and crowd-pleasing anthems. 

Ángela Aguilar, Reyna Tropical and Eden Muñoz round out the top of the lineup alongside breakout acts like Oscar Maydon and Alicia Villarreal.

Spanning two days and two stages, the lineup features more than 40 artists, including DJs and emerging performers. From the classic cumbia of Sonora Tropicana to the futuristic reggaetón of Súbelo Neo and Caleb Calloway, La Onda reflects the evolving soundscape of Latin music. 

Performances begin at 11:30 a.m. and continue until 10 p.m.

The complete La Onda schedule is available here. 

Getting around: Ride shares, parking and what roads to avoid

All Vine bus rides will be free for everyone—not just festivalgoers—throughout La Onda weekend, with extended late-night service available each day. 

Riders can take any Vine route to the Transit Center to easily access the festivals and avoid the hassle of parking and traffic.

The festival takes place at the Napa Valley Expo, a four-minute walk from the Soscol Gateway Transit Center at 625 Burnell St. 

Free bike parking will be available from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. each day of the festival at 301 First St. Cyclists are encouraged to bring their own locks.

Napa Police say several streets will be closed from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. each day of the festival, Friday through Sunday, including:

• Third Street (Silverado Trail to Soscol Avenue)
  
• Sousa Lane (Silverado to Soscol)
  
• Juarez Street (First to Third streets)
  
• Burnell Street (Third to Eighth streets)
  
• Bailey and Lawrence streets (Third to Fourth streets)
  
• Sixth, Seventh, and Eighth streets (Soscol Avenue to Burnell Street)

Additional closures from 8 to 11 p.m. each night include:

• Third Street (Soscol Avenue to Coombs Street)
  
• Main and Brown streets (Second to Third streets)

The Third Street bridge will also be closed to vehicles nightly from 8 to 11 p.m. to ensure pedestrian safety, Lt. Kristofer Jenny said.

CHP officers will restrict access to residential and guest traffic near the Napa Valley Expo from 8 to 11 p.m., with key checkpoints at Fairview Street and Hennessey Drive on Silverado Trail.

Local residents can still access their homes with ID, and special parking passes will be provided for those living on Juarez Street.

Final tips from police

“If you’re coming into town for the festival, plan ahead,” said Napa Police Lt. Kristofer Jenny. “There’s plenty of parking and transportation options, but please treat our neighborhoods like you’d treat your own.”

Food

More than 40 vendors will serve a culinary experience that takes festivalgoers on a flavorful journey through a rich and diverse gastronomic landscape.

Organizers say they have doubled down on creating an “elevated” festival experience for La Onda’s second year.

“The inaugural La Onda Festival exceeded our expectations, but as always, we’ve taken a close look at what went right and where we could improve,” said Dave Graham, chief executive of BottleRock producer Latitude 38 Entertainment. “We’ve made thoughtful adjustments, careful not to mess with success, but focused on enhancing the overall experience.”

One key upgrade is the expanded clineup, designed to reflect the breadth and flavor of Latin America. Attendees can expect everything from birria tacos and Salvadoran pupusas to Cuban sandwiches and aguas frescas.

Among the standout food offerings is Alicia’s Tamales Los Mayas, serving up a variety of tamales, including chicken with salsa verde, pork with chipotle salsa and vegetarian options made with cactus and roasted bell pepper. Their menu goes beyond tamales to feature pozole rojo, chiles rellenos and mole pipián over nopalitos, dishes rooted in central and southern Mexican traditions.

La Cosecha, a Northern California favorite, will offer a creative fusion of traditional Mexican flavors and California’s farm-to-fork ethos. Expect fresh, locally sourced ingredients and colorful plates that reimagine classic dishes.

Also featured is Mayahuel, a regional Mexican restaurant known for its refined approach to heritage recipes. Festivalgoers can sample dishes like the intricate Mole Poblano con Pollo, Yucatán-style Sikil P’ak and vegan-friendly Enchiladas Zapotecas.

And drinks

La Cantina

Located at the heart of the festival on Main Street, La Cantina will serve as the central hub for classic cocktails and beverages. Festival goers can enjoy favorites such as Tequila Don Julio Margaritas, Modelo Micheladas, DeLeón Tequila Spicy Margaritas, Tito’s Handmade Vodka Spicy Mango Cocktails and Hendrick’s Gin Cucumber Lemonade.

Tequila! Tequila!
The shaded oasis near the Verizon Stage is dedicated to tequila enthusiasts. Guests can savor premium selections of Tequila Don Julio and DeLeón Tequila, including reposado, añejo and mezcal varieties while enjoying music in a more relaxed setting.

¡Salud!
Situated within Mercado Central, ¡Salud! offers a flow start to the festivities. Patrons can indulge in tropical drinks like Buchanan’s Pineapple Tropic Royal, alongside a diverse array of cocktails, beers and wines.

Wine Cabanas
Featuring Latin-owned wineries from Napa and Sonoma Valleys, the Wine Cabanas provide a VIP-like experience with shaded lounges and a curated selection of wines. Included wineries include Honrama Cellars, Robledo Family Winery, Bazán Cellars, Maldonado Vineyards, Shot Caller Wine Company and Pimentel Family Vineyards.

You can find the full La Onda festival schedule at laondafest.com.

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