Mexico celebrates its Independence Day on Sept. 16. Here's a list of events happening in the Valley for all to attend.
Many Mexicans, descendants of Mexicans and those who appreciate Mexico's culture in Arizona gather on this day to celebrate the infamous"Grito," or"call to arms," that gave way to Mexico's independence from Spain in 1810.
In Arizona, more than 1.7 million people are of Mexican origin, mainly from the states of Sonora, Sinaloa, Chihuahua, Jalisco and Guerrero, according to data from the Phoenix office of the Consulate General of Mexico. Several events will be taking place across the Valley and throughout the state in celebration of Mexico's Independence Day. Here's a list:Councilmembers Betty Guardado and Carlos García will celebrate El Grito on Thursday in downtown Phoenix in a free event that will have live music, art, ballet folklórico, food vendors and more.
The event will feature community resources and a health fair where they will offer free HIV, STI, hepatitis C and COVID-19 tests. In addition, there will be Mexican food, arts and crafts for children, DJ, Lowriders and the presentation of the ballet folklórico dance troupe ¡Esto es Mi México! Details: Sept. 18 from noon to 8 p.m., at Rancho Mi Hacienda . Tickets start at $50 and can be purchased atCasino Arizona will have several events commemorating Mexico's independence starting Thursday and into the weekend, with live music, Mexican dishes, ballet folklórico and more.
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