- Artist
- Date: May 24, 2026
- Stage: Plaza
Nia Padilla is a Mexican-American singer-songwriter from Los Angeles, CA known for her soulful fusion of Latin-jazz and pop. After gaining international attention as a finalist on Tengo Talento Mucho Talento, she has gone on to perform at major venues
like Dodger Stadium and in collaboration with industry professionals including Diane
Warren. Her music has earned recognition from competitions like Unsigned Only and
the Hollywood Independent Music Awards. Her music has also been placed on major
Spotify editorial playlists, while her live performances have opened for top Latin acts like
OV7. Beyond the stage, Nia co-founded LA Playground, a platform dedicated to
elevating emerging Latino artists. Nia prides herself on bringing authenticity and
emotion to both her music and community work.


