Fiestas Patrias of Austin, is a non-profit organization founded in 1978 by Gilbert Velasquez. Mr. Velasquez saw a need in the Mexican-American community to host the annual Diez y Seis de Septiembre celebration in order to preserve and promote the Mexican-American culture. This annual event raises funds for scholarships for college bound Hispanic and funding youth programs.
The tradition of the Diez y Seis de Septiembre festival dates back to September 16, 1810, when the impoverished peasants of Mexico, declared their independence from Spain. This call for independence, "El Grito de Independencia," dates back to September 15, 1810, when Father Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla, a village priest, who is known as the father of Mexico, gave the call for independence. The evening will be highlighted on September 12, with the re-enactment of "El Grito de Independencia."
Schedule of Events and General Information:
September 12, 2009
Location: Fiesta Gardents map, 1901 Jesse Segovia Ave
Doors Open at 12:00 PM
Admission: $6.00 until 6:00 PM ($1.00 fee to PARD included)
$8.00 after 6:00 PM ($1.00 fee to PARD included)
Children 12 and under free with paying adult
Schedule of Events:
12:00 PM "Show Ur Ride Car Show" TBA
1:00 PM Brenda y Alexcion
2:00 PM TBA
3:00 PM Knights
4:00 PM Car Show/BBQ Awards
4:30 PM Trampia
5:00 PM Grupo Laredo
6:00 PM La Tradizion
7:00 PM Cincodoce
8:00 PM Raulito Narvaira
9:00 PM A.J. Castillo
10:30 PM Gary Hobbs
12:00 AM Close
*Musical acts subject to change
For more details click on Fiestas Patrias.
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