Mexican Independence Day Festival

@Cherry & Race St. Piers

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 event, the traditional “Grito de Independencia” ceremony will be taking place on stage.

Mexican Flag Raising Ceremony

@City Hall, Philadelphia

The Flag Raising Ceremony is part of the Mexican Independence festivities, everyone is invited!

Day of the Dead at Love Park

Love Park

One of the most representative festivities of our culture is, without a doubt, Day of the Dead! To celebrate this holiday an altar installation will be placed by a local Mexican artist. Attendees will be able to meet the artist and enjoy an evening of wonderful music and dance performances.

Day of the Dead at Penn Museum

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, sample “Pan de Muerto”, hot chocolate and much more!