Las BomPleneras offer a preview of Puerto Rican Fest in Humboldt Park
Chicago’s annual Puerto Rican Fest is taking place in Humboldt Park this weekend.
The event features live food, a parade and live music, including a performance by Las BomPleneras, an all-female Puerto Rican Bomba y Plena Music group.
Las BomPleneras joined WGN News on Saturday morning to offer a look at what to expect.
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