Young Yakima Vocalist Earns National Championship

It is so awesome to read about the successes of the youngsters here in the Yakima Valley. And it’s incredibly epic to read how that success is on a nationwide scale! That’s exactly what Noelia Delgado has done! Check out the details below.

The 2026 National Youth Vocal Competition!

Congrats to 11-year-old Noelia Delgado, from Yakima, Washington, who was the winner of the 2026 National Youth Vocal Competition in her division.

lady on horseback singing.

Yakima Talent Coming To Mariachi Festival in Texas

Noelia’s next stop will be taking part in the upcoming 2026 Mariachi Festival at the Wortham Theater in Houston, Texas. The three-day event will take place from Friday, August 28th, through Sunday, August 30th.

Noelia won’t be alone as the other winners from the National Youth Vocal Competition will join her in the celebration of Hispanic culture and mariachi music in Houston. Joining her are 14-year-old Cristaly Leal of Zapata, Texas, 18-year-old Yuri Pardo of Seguin, Texas, and 19-year-old Zayden “Kiki” Longoria from Houston, Texas.

A big honor for all of these young and talented musicians.

“What impressed us most was their dedication to the craft and their ability to move audiences through heartfelt performances. These four young mariachis have bright futures ahead, and we are proud to support them as they continue their journey.”
– Carlos Luna, competition judge.

Check out this video of Noelia performing on horseback in Sunnyside last year.

Information On The Mariachi Festival

Founded in 2019, the Mariachi Festival is a 501©(3) nonprofit organization. Promoting Hispanic culture through the arts and keeping tradition alive is its mission. For more information, you can visit MariachiFestival.com.