Events

April 30, 2026 @ 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm

Mexican Week – Día del Niño

Anna C. Verna Playground, FDR Park

Celebrate the joy of childhood with an afternoon of games, music, and cultural activities at FDR Park. This traditional Mexican holiday honors our youngest community members with a vibrant celebration of play and heritage.

May 1, 2026 @ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Mexican Week – Película Mexicana

Philadelphia Film Center

Experience the vibrant storytelling of Mexico through a special screening of a contemporary Mexican film. This cinematic showcase celebrates the rich narratives and artistic vision of Mexico’s world-renowned film industry.

April 29, 2026 @ 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

Mexican Week – Penn Museum Tour

Penn Museum

Discover the wonders of ancient Mesoamerica with a guided tour of the Penn Museum’s world-class Mexico and Central America Gallery. Explore powerful monuments and artifacts from the Maya, Aztec, and Zapotec civilizations while learning about their lasting influence on contemporary

May 7, 2026 @ 11:30 am – 1:30 pm

Friend of Mexico Awards Luncheon

The Union League, Philadelphia, PA

Celebrate distinguished leaders who have fostered a deep connection between Mexico and the Philadelphia region. Join us for a prestigious luncheon at The Union League to honor excellence in cultural and community impact.

January 7, 2026 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Three Kings Day

The Kimmel Center

Join us in celebrating Three Kings Day at this free, family-friendly event! Bring your little ones for a delightful performance by Tonantzin by Pamela Plata, followed by a captivating storytelling session that highlights the significance of this special holiday. Children

October 24, 2026 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Day of the Dead

Penn Museum

At this family-oriented event children have the opportunity to engage in different hand-on activities, such as flower making, drawing station, marshmallow skull-making, among others. All attendees have the opportunity to vote for their favorite altar at the community altar contest,

September 13, 2026 @ 2:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Mexican Independence Day Festival

Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest

This is a free and popular event that has something for everyone: traditional Mexican food and artisan crafts vendors, renowned performers from Mexico and the area on stage, children’s activities, and much more. It is worth noting that during this

April 30, 2026 @ 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm

Mexican Week – Día del Niño

Anna C. Verna Playground, FDR Park

Celebrate the joy of childhood with an afternoon of games, music, and cultural activities at FDR Park. This traditional Mexican holiday honors our youngest community members with a vibrant celebration of play and heritage.

May 1, 2026 @ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Mexican Week – Película Mexicana

Philadelphia Film Center

Experience the vibrant storytelling of Mexico through a special screening of a contemporary Mexican film. This cinematic showcase celebrates the rich narratives and artistic vision of Mexico’s world-renowned film industry.

April 29, 2026 @ 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

Mexican Week – Penn Museum Tour

Penn Museum

Discover the wonders of ancient Mesoamerica with a guided tour of the Penn Museum’s world-class Mexico and Central America Gallery. Explore powerful monuments and artifacts from the Maya, Aztec, and Zapotec civilizations while learning about their lasting influence on contemporary

May 7, 2026 @ 11:30 am – 1:30 pm

Friend of Mexico Awards Luncheon

The Union League, Philadelphia, PA

Celebrate distinguished leaders who have fostered a deep connection between Mexico and the Philadelphia region. Join us for a prestigious luncheon at The Union League to honor excellence in cultural and community impact.

January 7, 2026 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Three Kings Day

The Kimmel Center

Join us in celebrating Three Kings Day at this free, family-friendly event! Bring your little ones for a delightful performance by Tonantzin by Pamela Plata, followed by a captivating storytelling session that highlights the significance of this special holiday. Children

October 24, 2026 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Day of the Dead

Penn Museum

At this family-oriented event children have the opportunity to engage in different hand-on activities, such as flower making, drawing station, marshmallow skull-making, among others. All attendees have the opportunity to vote for their favorite altar at the community altar contest,

September 13, 2026 @ 2:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Mexican Independence Day Festival

Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest

This is a free and popular event that has something for everyone: traditional Mexican food and artisan crafts vendors, renowned performers from Mexico and the area on stage, children’s activities, and much more. It is worth noting that during this