Annual Fiesta de El Grito de Independencia

The World Affairs Council of Austin, in collaboration with the Consulate General of Mexico, the Austin-Saltillo Sister City Committee,  the City of Austin, Univision, Austin’s annual Fiesta de El Grito de Independencia is a musical celebration and historical re-enactment of Mexico’s call for independence from Spain.

This family-oriented celebration is alcohol free. Special programming includes Mexican and Tejano music, folklorico dancers, and food vendor booths.  The highlight of the evening is the re-enactment of “El Grito”, by the Honorable Pablo Marentes,  Cónsul General de México in Austin.

No RSVPs necessary.

AGENDA

5:00 pm Traditional Dance and Music

7:50 pm Official Re-enactment of El Grito

8:00 pm Event Concludes

Here is a video of past celebration highlights:

https://www.univision.com/austin/kakw/estilo-de-vida/fiestas-patrias/festeja-el-grito-de-independencia-en-el-capitolio-de-austin-video?layoutType=flex