# Mayagüez celebrates successful eighth Frankie Ruiz Salsa Festival

The eighth Frankie Ruiz Salsa Festival in Mayagüez, Puerto Rico, drew thousands over three days, closing with Gilberto Santa Rosa.

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The eighth edition of the Frankie Ruiz Salsa Festival was held over three days in Mayagüez, Puerto Rico, and drew thousands of attendees. [^1]

Mayagüez Mayor Jorge Ramos Ruiz said the festival's success shows Mayagüez can organize high-level events that boost the local economy, strengthen businesses, and project the city as a cultural and tourist destination, with thousands of visitors benefiting streets, hotels, and businesses. [^2]

Frankie Ruiz, known as 'El Papá de la Salsa', died on August 9, 1998, at the age of 40 in New Jersey, United States. [^3]

## What this stands on

1. The eighth edition of the Frankie Ruiz Salsa Festival was held over three days in Mayagüez, Puerto Rico, and drew thousands of attendees. (Primera Hora, News)
2. Mayagüez Mayor Jorge Ramos Ruiz said the festival's success shows Mayagüez can organize high-level events that boost the local economy, strengthen businesses, and project the city as a cultural and tourist destination, with thousands of visitors benefiting streets, hotels, and businesses. (Primera Hora, News)
3. Frankie Ruiz, known as 'El Papá de la Salsa', died on August 9, 1998, at the age of 40 in New Jersey, United States. (El Día, News)

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