Fiestas Patrias

Join the fiesta with "Grito" reenactment, live mariachi, ballet folklórico and piñata workshop in celebration of Mexico's Independence Day! Sponsored by McDonald's Houston.

Event Date
Saturday, September 16, 2023
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Event Time
10:00 am
6:00 pm
10:00 am
6:00 pm
*The Museum opens at noon on Sundays.
Ages
All Ages
Admission
General Admission
Location

Kids' Hall Alcove

Alexander Art Academy

Accessibility
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About the Event

Fiestas Patrias

National Hispanic Heritage Month sponsored by Gilbert Andrew Garcia Garcia Hamilton & Associates, L.P.

Event sponsored by McDonald's Houston

Funded in part by the City of Houston through Houston Arts Alliance

Presented by Univision 45

Join Children’s Museum Houston for fiesta, freedom and ballet folklórico as we commemorate Mexico’s “Fiestas Patrias.” On Sept. 15, 1810, Father Miguel Hidalgo climbed atop a church and encouraged people to fight for Mexico’s independence, which was then declared the next day.  This “cry” for liberty marks Miguel Hidalgo’s famous “Grito de Dolores,” and it’s celebrated with music, fireworks and parades. Join us for interactive activities and unforgettable performances!

ON-GOING ACTIVITIES

Ambassadors International Ballet Folklorico: Take delight in Mexico’s vibrant dances!

Event Times:  11 a.m. and noon in Kids’ Hall Alcove.

 

DIY Piñata Workshop:  No celebration is complete without this colorful papier-mâché icon.

Event Times:  11:30 a.m., 12:30, 3, 4 and 5 p.m. in Alexander Art Academy.

 

Mariachi Jarabe Tapatio: Enjoy the dynamic sounds of a Mexican celebration!  

Event Time:  1 and 2:40 p.m. in Kids’ Hall Alcove.

 

Grito Reenactment:  Watch as we reenact the “Grito de Dolores”—the cry for Mexico’s independence.

Event Time:  2:30 p.m. in Kids’ Hall Alcove.

Las Américas Ballet Folklórico: Enjoy Mexico's colorful and traditional dances.

Event Time: 2:30 p.m. in Kids' Hall Alcove.

Ronald McDonald Shoe Car

Event Time: On Going

Soccer Goal

Event Time: On Going

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Event Date
Saturday, September 16, 2023
Event Date
Sat
Sep
16
-  
Sat
Sep
16
2023
Event Time
10:00 am
-
6:00 pm
10:00 am
6:00 pm
Ages
All Ages
Admission
General Admission
Location

Kids' Hall Alcove

Alexander Art Academy

Disability Accessibility
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