The World Affairs Council of Austin, in collaboration with the Consulate General of Mexico, the Austin-Saltillo Sister Cities Association, the City of Austin Econonic Development Department, and Downtown Austin Alliance Foundation host the annual Fiesta de El Grito de Independencia.
This day marks the 215th anniversary of the declaration of independence from Spain by the Mexican priest Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla. The event is free and open to the public.
The highlight of the evening will be when Consul General of Mexico Humberto Hernández Haddad reenacts the cry for independence. The event will include music, dance, an artisan mercado with arts and crafts from México.
No RSVPs necessary.
