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¡VivaFest! Is Going Strong:    

Look What's Coming on Sunday! 


Hola VivaFesters!

 

If you've missed the first few ¡VivaFest! events this week, don't worry... ¡VivaFest! 2012 still has a lot to offer. Read below to learn about the FREE Feria del Mariachi, our blow-out Domingo Gigante concert, and the annual Mariachi Mass, all coming your way this Sunday, September 16. 


Also below, you'll find a full list of the remaining ¡VivaFest! events, including tonight's screening of The Weight of the Nation, part of our 2012 Film Series.

 

Keep reading for more details. I'm sure you'll find something absolutely irresistible on the schedule!   

Marcela Davison Avilés
President and CEO
Mexican Heritage Corporation
mdaviles@mhcviva.org  

 

 

Sunday:[ Photos of Mariachi Azteca, Los Texmaniacs, Ronstadt Generations, Las Cafeteras, and La Misa Negra ]Sunday's Events:  

Free Outdoor Feria & More! 

 

¡VivaFest! 2012 will reach its peak this Sunday, September 16, with a full day of exciting activities for the whole family. Call your friends, bring the kids, and enjoy the wealth of spectacular talent that only ¡VivaFest! can offer!  

 

Here's what's coming: 

 

Outdoor Feria del Mariachi -- FREE!
Sunday, September 16, 11am-7pm
HP Pavilion -- Arena Green
525 W. Santa Clara St., San José | MAP

 

Join us as we celebrate the American Dream Latino style with a full day of music, food, community events, and cultural celebrations, featuring Mariachi Azteca, Los Texmaniacs, Ronstadt Generations, Guelaguetza performers from Santa Cruz, and many more!  

 

In addition to booths with food and craft vendors, there will be live entertainment on two stages, all day long. Bring the family for a festive good time!


Stage One 

  • Mariachi Azteca
  • Los Texmaniacs
  • Trio Ellas
  • Ronstadt Generations
  • Las Cafeteras
  • La Misa Negra 

Stage Two 

  • Mariachi Mi Tierra Linda (Oakland, CA)
  • Mariachi Nuevo Luz de San Marcos (Richmond, CA)
  • Mariachi Apatzigán (San José, CA)
  • Mariachi Cilhaulteco (San José, CA)  

  We'll see you there!

 

 



Mass:[ Photo: Mariachi Mass ]Mariachi Mass
Sunday, September 16, at 10am
80 S. Market St., San José | MAP

Before the Feria, stop by the Cathedral Basilica of Saint Joseph for a special Mariachi Mass. Join us for this unique and inspirational annual event.







Tickets:Domingo Gigante (Super Sunday)  

Get Your Tickets Now!  

 

Time is running out, so get your tickets now for this unprecedented evening of entertainment. It's not often you get to see the top stars of Latin music, together on one stage -- Mariachi Vargas de Tecalitlán, Lila Downs, Ozomatli, and the legendary Paquita la Del Barrio -- plus special appearances by Mariachi Reyna de Los Angeles and our very own Los Lupeños de San José! Get your tickets before it's too late!

 

What: ¡VivaFest! presents Domingo Gigante, Una Noche de Estrellas (Super Sunday, A Cavalcade of Stars)
Where: HP Pavilion, 525 W. Santa Clara St., San José | MAP
When: Sunday, September 16, 2012
Tickets: Available through Ticketmaster or the HP Pavilion box office


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Schedule:Remaining ¡VivaFest! Events    

   

¡VivaFest! 2012 began last weekend with the start of our annual Film Series, but there are still plenty of great activities in store, as you can easily see from the schedule below. The coming week is jam-packed with music, dance, movies, food, and more! Stay tuned to future newsletters for full details about the California History Walking Tours, or simply click on over to the ¡VivaFest! website to learn more about any of these fun events.  

 

Thursday, September 13

Film Series -- The Weight of the Nation

The Tech Museum, 7pm (Info | Tickets)

 

Festival Music & Dance Workshops Begin

The Tech Museum & The Fairmont Hotel (Info)

 

Student Showcase Concert

Theatre on San Pedro Square, 8pm

 

Friday, September 14

Film Series -- 20th anniversary screening: Como Agua Para Chocolate (Like Water for Chocolate)

The Tech Museum, 7pm (Info | Tickets)

 

Saturday, September 15

Film Series -- The Renaissance of Mata Ortiz 

The Tech Museum, 7pm (Info | Tickets)

 

Foodie Event -- 20th Anniversary Como Agua Para Chocolate Dinner

Adobe Lodge at Santa Clara Mission (Info | Tickets)

 

Sunday, September 16

Mariachi Mass

Cathedral Basilica of Saint Joseph, 10am (Info)

 

FREE Family Event -- Outdoor Feria del Mariachi

HP Pavilion Arena Green, 11am-7pm (Info)

 

Concert -- Domingo Gigante (Super Sunday: A Night of Stars)

HP Pavilion, 7pm (Info | Tickets)

 

Wednesday, September 19

Film Series -- Mosquita y Mari

Morris Dailey Auditorium at SJSU, 7pm (Info | Tickets

 

Friday, September 21

California History Walking Tour -- Adobe to Adobe: A Walk Through History in Downtown San José

Meet at San Pedro Square Market, 6:30pm (Info)

 

Saturday, September 22

California History Walking Tour -- Adobe to Adobe: A Walk Through History in Downtown San José

Meet at San Pedro Square Market, 10:30am (Info)

 

California History Walking Tour -- Arte en el Parque: Latino Art, Murals & Architecture

Meet at Fairmont San José lobby, 1:30pm (Info)

 

Sunday, September 23

California History Walking Tour -- Arte en el Parque: Latino Art, Murals & Architecture

Meet at Fairmont San José lobby, 10:30am (Info)

 

California History Walking Tour -- Adobe to Adobe: A Walk Through History in Downtown San José

Meet at San Pedro Square Market, 1:30pm (Info)

 

California History Walking Tour -- Catholic History of Pueblo de San José de Guadalupe

Meet at Cathedral Basilica of Saint Joséph, 3pm & 4pm (Info)

 

Sunday, September 30

Foodie Event & Movie -- Maya Calendar Revealed

The Tech Museum, New Venture Hall, 2pm (Info | Tickets)

 

 

 


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About Mexican Heritage Corporation
The mission of the Mexican Heritage Corporation is to affirm, celebrate, and preserve the rich cultural heritage of the Mexican Community and showcase multicultural arts within the region. Visit the art and soul of Silicon Valley -- the Mexican Heritage Plaza -- surrounded by the historic Mayfair and Alum Rock neighborhoods, two of the oldest Latino communities in San José.
 


Mexican Heritage Corporation 
Marcela Davison Avilés
President and CEO
More Information: 877-MHC-VIVA