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Notta Gallery Celebrates Hispanic Art and Culture with Fuego Festival
The festival marks the opening of 'Caballo de Fuego,' honoring a lifetime of artwork by Cuban artist Gonzalo Borges.
Apr. 17, 2026 at 1:31am
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The Fuego Festival at Notta Gallery brings the vibrant colors and energy of Hispanic art and culture to Lakeland.Lakeland TodayNotta Gallery in Lakeland, Florida is hosting its first annual Fuego Festival on Friday, April 17, 2026 to celebrate Hispanic art and culture. The festival marks the opening of a new exhibition called 'Caballo de Fuego,' which honors the lifetime of artwork created by Cuban artist Gonzalo Borges.
Why it matters
The Fuego Festival and 'Caballo de Fuego' exhibition aim to shine a spotlight on Hispanic artists and their contributions to the local arts community in Lakeland. As a city with a growing Hispanic population, this event helps promote cultural diversity and inclusion through the celebration of Hispanic art, music, and traditions.
The details
The Fuego Festival will feature live music, traditional Hispanic cuisine, and art demonstrations. The centerpiece of the event is the opening of the 'Caballo de Fuego' exhibition, which will showcase a lifetime of paintings, sculptures, and mixed media works by Cuban artist Gonzalo Borges. Borges, who is now in his 80s, has been creating art for over 60 years and is considered one of the most influential Hispanic artists in the region.
- The Fuego Festival will take place on Friday, April 17, 2026.
- The 'Caballo de Fuego' exhibition opens on the same day as the festival.
The players
Notta Gallery
An art gallery in Lakeland, Florida that is hosting the Fuego Festival and 'Caballo de Fuego' exhibition.
Gonzalo Borges
A Cuban artist in his 80s who has been creating art for over 60 years and is the focus of the 'Caballo de Fuego' exhibition.
What they’re saying
“We're thrilled to be able to honor Gonzalo Borges and his incredible body of work through this exhibition. His art has had a profound impact on the Hispanic arts community in Lakeland.”
— Marisa Hernandez, Gallery Director, Notta Gallery
What’s next
The Fuego Festival and 'Caballo de Fuego' exhibition will run through the end of June 2026, giving the community ample time to experience the celebration of Hispanic art and culture.
The takeaway
The Fuego Festival and 'Caballo de Fuego' exhibition at Notta Gallery demonstrate Lakeland's commitment to embracing diversity and showcasing the vibrant Hispanic arts scene within the local community.
