
Celebrate Mexico's Independence at Historic Market Square
Hosted by the Consulate General of Mexico in San Antonio
Hosted by the Consulate General of Mexico in San Antonio
Join us at the Historic Market Square in September 2025 for San Antonio's annual El Grito celebration. Experience live Mexican music, folkloric dancers, and browse food and craft vendor booths. The event culminates in the official San Antonio "El Grito" civic ceremony hosted by the Consulate General of Mexico in San Antonio.
This free, family-oriented celebration is open to the public.
Friday - September 12, 2025 - 6 p.m.
Hosted by the Consulate General of Mexico in San Antonio
S San Saba at Historic Market Square
Cultural programming begins at 6 p.m.
Civic Ceremony begins at 8 p.m.
Saturday - September 13, 2025 - noon - 10 p.m.
Sunday - September 14, 2025 - noon. - 9 p.m.
Presentd by LULAC with support from Univisión, the celebration continues all weekend long with two stages of entertainment, food and art vendors.
El GRITO SAN ANTONIO is the city's official celebration of Mexican Independence. Join us for the Cultural Program at 6 p.m. featuring international performers. The Civic Ceremony begins promptly at 8 p.m. and is a part of the worldwide celebration EL GRITO EN EL MUNDO.
Taking place at Historic Market Square, the event is free and open to the public and includes children's art activities as well as performances, food, and more fun for the whole family!
Vanessa Alonzo, acclaimed Houston-born mariachi soprano, is best known for her celebrated role as Lupita in the groundbreaking mariachi operas Cruzar La Cara de la Luna and El Milagro del Recuerdo. In 2024, she performed with Opera San Antonio and toured internationally to Paris and Quito, following her recognition as the 2023 Influential Latina Award honoree by the Houston Mariachi Festival.
Traveling from Guadalajara, Mexico, El Ballet Folclórico de la Universidad Autónoma de Guadalajara brings the spirit of Mexico to the stage with captivating performances, live music, and rich cultural traditions that have earned international recognition.
The first of its kind, the Palo Alto College Marching Mariachis blend the power of a marching band with the heart of mariachi tradition. This innovative drum line showcases the raw talent and passion of Palo Alto College students, bringing a unique cultural fusion to every performance.
Historic Market Square (Produce Row Stage)
Historic Market Square (Produce Row Stage)
Historic Market Square (Produce Row Stage)
Historic Market Square (Produce Row Stage)
Historic Market Square (South San Saba Stage)
Historic Market Square (South San Saba Stage)
Historic Market Square (South San Saba Stage)
Historic Market Square (South San Saba Stage)
Historic Market Square (Produce Row Stage)
Historic Market Square (Produce Row Stage)
Historic Market Square (Produce Row Stage)
Historic Market Square (Produce Row Stage)
Historic Market Square (Produce Row Stage)
Historic Market Square (Produce Row Stage)
Historic Market Square (South San Saba Stage)
Historic Market Square (South San Saba Stage)
Historic Market Square (Produce Row Stage)
Historic Market Square (Produce Row Stage)
Historic Market Square (South San Saba Stage)
Historic Market Square (South San Saba Stage)
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