California Fiestas Patrias Festivals and Celebrations

Celebrate California's Hispanic heritage with a Mexican Independence Day El Grito and Fiestas Patrias. The Spanish phrase Fiestas Patrias means Patriotic Holidays.

ALHAMBRA: Fiesta Alhambra September 21, 2025,   9 a.m.-1 p.m.
 Latino Heritage Festival,
100 S. 2nd St. (Farmers Market location)
Alhambra, CA
Free, cityofalhambra.org
City of Alhambra  Latino Heritage Festival  at the Farmers Market on Second Street between Main and Commonwealth includes Latino cultural demonstrations, Community Ofrenda, Hispanic influenced food, live music, folkloric dancing, and  craft vendors.

ANAHEIM: Fiestas Patrias at Anaheim Marketplace Thursday, September 18, 2025, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Amazing rides, delicious food and live music entertainment with many bands!  Location: 435 W. Center St., Anaheim, CA. Free. anaheimmarketplace.com 

BAKERSFIELD: El Grito de Dolores Monday, September 15, 2025, 7-11 p.m.
Downtown Bakersfield
1415 Truxtun Ave., Liberty Bell
kchcc.org or call 661-633-5495
Kern County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce - Mexican Independence Day Celebration

BELL GARDENS: Fiestas Patrias Carnival September 12, 2025 at Bell Gardens Veterans Park, 6662 Loveland Street, Bell Gardens, CA 90201
Cultural festivities with games, art and activities for the entire family, free for all. bellgardens.org

BISHOP: Hispanic Heritage and Cultural Celebration September 13, 2025, 3:30-9:30 p.m. at Tri-County Fairgrounds, Bishop, CA.
Leonardo Rivas performs, vendors, games, food, kids zone live entertainment for the whole family and best of all, it's free.  cityofbishop.ca.gov

CHULA VISTA: El Grito September 14, 2025, 4-8 p.m. Ceremony at 7:30 p.m.  at the Memorial Bowl in Downtown Chula Vista. Ambassador Alicia Kerber-Palma, Consul General of Mexico in San Diego, and Mayor John McCann, of the City of Chula Vista, invite you and your family to be a part of San Diego County official celebration of Mexican Independence Day - El Grito! This family-friendly event  is open to the public. Enjoy traditional Mexican live entertainment and performances, food and beverages, and the official Grito. Free, chulavistaca.gov

COMMERCE: Fiestas Patrias September 13-14, 2025, 12-3 p.m.  at Citadel Outlets. Folklorico dance performances at 12 p.m., 1 p.m., 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. from Orange Country School of the Arts.  Location: 100 Citadel Dr, Commerce, CA. Free, citadeloutlets.com

EAST LOS ANGELES: Mexican Independence Day Parade & Festival September 14, 2025, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Parade 10 a.m.-1 p.m. | Festival 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Parade route: E. Cesar Chávez Blvd. starting at Mednik St. and ending at Gage Ave.
Free, facebook.com/CMCPLA/ | cmcplosangeles.org
Parade: 100,000 people along Cesar Chavez Blvd. watch school bands, equestrian units, folkloric groups, floats, and dignitaries, celebrating Mexican Independence Day. The Parade is one of the largest and longest-running Mexican Independence Day Parades with elaborate floats, costumes, and live music representing different Mexican states.
Parade lineup: Grand Marshal Astronaut Jose M. Hernandez;  Co-Grand Marshals Godmother Rosario Marin + Godparents Luis Sandoval & Erika Reyna; Special Guests: Julian Torres, Luis de Alba El Pirruris, Susana Diazayas and Manuel Ramos Todo en Finanzas
Festival celebration: at Belvedere Park, Mednik & First, with music performances, entertainment, attractions, food vendors, merchandise, interactive displays and fun. Annual East Los Angeles Mexican Independence Day Parade & Festival, the biggest and the longest such running parade in United States founded in 1931. 

ESCONDIDO: September 14, 2025, 11 a.m.-9 p.m. at Grape Day Park. Special Mass, El Grito at 8 p.m. Live performances with Mariachi, Folklorico & Banda music, food vendors, artisan crafts,  games & giveaways, kids zone, beer & spirit garden, El Grito de Independencia Ceremony, Catrinas & Charros roaming the park! Brought to you by USA Multicultural non profit organization.  Location: 321 North Broadway, Escondido, CA. Free, eventbrite.com

FRESNO: Fiestas Patrias Parade & Festival September 14, 2025, 12 p.m. Noon Parade
Fulton Street between Fresno & Mono Streets in Downtown Fresno, CA
Free, fresno.gov
Concerts 2-9 p.m. with Banda Carnaval, Industria Del Amor, Ultimo Nivel, Mariachi Tenochtitlan and Los Originales de San Juan. Food and merchandise vendors offer lots of things to buy (and eat/drink) as music fills the air for this special day celebrating Mexico's independence from Spain. Every year, Fiestas Patrias brings thousands of people throughout the Central Valley to Downtown Fresno. Dress in your best attire, bring flags and banners to highlight the different cultural richness in the Fresno community. Kids zone,  beer garden,  food trucks and artist vendors and free concerts!

INGLEWOOD: Hispanic Heritage Festival September 20, 2025, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. in Downtown Inglewood on Market Street. Join Mistress of Ceremonies, radio personality Caro Marques for live entertainment, Aztec and Ballet Folklorico dancers, a Classic Car Show and Vendor Booths. Entertainment 2025 lineup: Clave Dura, The Reel Band,  Ballet Folklorico Macias, Frankie J and Los Garzas. Location: Inglewood City Hall and Civic Center North Plaza, Regent Street from La Brea to Fir, Inglewood, CA. Admission is free, cityofinglewood.org

IRWINDALE: Mexican Independence Fiesta celebrated on Thursdays in September 2025, 7 p.m. City of Irwindale's Mariachi Fest combines two events into one - with the addition of   Mexico's Indepdence. Mariachi Fest at Dan Diaz Recreation Center every Thursday in September, 7 p.m. at the Park Plaza. Event includes Mexican band, Craft Vendors, Loteria, Mexican food for sale.   Free, irwindaleca.gov

KELSEYVILLE: Dia de la Independencia! visitkelseyville.com Main Street,  Kelseyville, CA
Free, visitkelseyville.com
Canceled in 2025: Here is a translation of the Spanish press announcement: It is with deep regret and regret that we announce the cancellation of the celebration this year's Independence Day in Kelseyville. This decision was not taken lightly. Recent reports and concern about the increase in immigration control measures in our region have led us to prioritize the safety, well-being, and tranquility of our community, especially our Hispanic friends, neighbors, and families, who are the lifeblood of this event.

LOS ANGELES: El Grito Arts & Music Festival September 13, 2025, 5-10:30 p.m.
City Hall, Spring Street steps and Grand Park
200 N. Spring St.
Los Angeles, Ca
Free, lacity.org
The City of Los Angeles presents El Grito, a free Arts & Music festival on the steps of City Hall and kickoff to Los Angeles' Latino Heritage Month. Food trucks, Mercado, Silent Disco, Resources
Also at Gloria Molina Grand Park. El Grito will feature a concert with live performances. This annual tradition includes Los Angeles leaders joining the Consul General of Mexico to reenact the historic Cry of Dolores and ring of the bell, commemorating the call to arms pronounced by Miguel Hidalgo in 1810, launching the Mexican War for Independence.

LOS ANGELES: Fiestas Patrias Mexican Independence Day Festival September 14-15, 2025
Sunday, September 14, 2025, 6 p.m. Fiestas Patrias at Plaza Kiosko, Olvera Street Plaza and  El Pueblo Historical Monument
125 Paseo de la Plaza
Los Angeles, Ca
Free, elpueblo.lacity.org/events
The City of Los Angeles hosts Fiestas Patrias California in an exciting festival return to historic Olvera Street Plaza, the Official birthplace of Los Angeles. Unforgettable rhythms of Mariachi music will be played on the festival's main stage in front of hundreds of thousands.
Monday, September 15, 2025, 12-6 p.m. Mexican Independence Day Celebration by COFEM in the plaza includes cultural performances, dancing and entertainment all afternoon.

MORENO VALLEY: El Grito Celebration September 15, 2025, 6-10 p.m.
Civic Center Amphitheater
14075 Frederick Street
Moreno Valley, CA
Free, movalparks.org
Produced by the City of Moreno Valley in partnership with Moreno Valley Hispanic Chamber of Commerce - In celebration of Mexico's battle cry for independence, El Grito is a gathering of families and friends to enjoy time together with music, dancing, Ballet Foklorico, mariachi, vendors, youth fun zone, free entertainment, great food, and children’s activities. Bring your lawn chairs.

NAPA: Noche de Fiesta September 13, 2025, 5-8 p.m. at Napa Senior Center. Celebrate with a fiesta, an unforgettable evening filled with vibrant colors, traditional music, and mouthwatering Mexican cuisine! Location: 1500 Jefferson St., Napa, CA.  $20, cityofnapa.org

PASADENA: Fiestas Patrias September 12, 2025, 5-9 p.m. at Villa Parke Community Center. Celebrate the independence of 18 Latin American Countries. This family-friendly event highlights the colors, richness and warmth of Latin American culture. Enjoy live music and traditional dances performed by local community groups.  Location: 363 E. Villa St., Pasadena, CA. Call (626) 744-6530. Free, cityofpasadena.net  | Fiestas Patrias

PASADENA: Annual Latino Heritage Festival  October 11, 2025, 12-4 p.m. at City Hall, Centennial Square
100 N. Garfield Ave.
Pasadena, CA
Free, cityofpasadena.net |  pasadenalatinoheritageparade.org/
Info for 2025 tba, this is for  last year's event: Latino Heritage Parade 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Starts at the intersection of N. Los Robles Ave. and Buckeye St. then heads south on Los Robles Ave. ending at City Hall. Sponsored by the City of Pasadena and the Pasadena Latino Heritage Committee. For all ages. Festival takes place 12-4 p.m. Location: 100 N. Garfield Ave., Pasadena, CA Free, cityofpasadena.net

REDWOOD CITY: Fiestas Patrias A Celebration of Many Latin Countries and Mexican Independence  September 14, 2025,  2-8 p.m. at Courthouse Square, 2200 Broadway St. Redwood City, CA redwoodcity.org
 Mexican Flag Raising for Hispanic Heritage Month, Grupo Colibri, Ballet Folclorico Mexico Vivo, Casa Circulo Cultural, Mariachi de Javier Magallon. A beautiful Flag Ceremony and the representatives of the Consul General of Mexico in San Francisco, who will give the traditional "Grito de Independica". Rain or Shine, under the tent Courthouse Square will be transformed into a festive, beautiful, and fun setting in celebration of this important patriotic holiday in the Mexican culture. Enjoy live music and entertainment, authentic Mexican food, arts and crafts vendors, and there will be a traditional Flag Ceremony conducted by Consul General de Mexico. The Square will be filled with colorful and glamorous Ballet Folklorico dancing, live Mariachi music, kids area, and a live musical performance. This is a FREE community celebration. 

SAN JOSE:  Chile, Mole, Pozole Festival September 13, 2025, 1-5 p.m. at Mexican Heritage Plaza. Celebrate Mexican Independence Day with food, arts, salsa tasting, live music, dancing,   vendors  selling food, alcoholic beverages, and more. Music artists, vendors, craft and import vendors, salsa makers and great food options, plus frutas, paletas, shaved ice, churros, micheladas, beer, and wine. Location: 1700 Alum Rock Avenue, San Jose, CA. $10-12.51 admission, schoolofartsandculture.org

SANTA ANA: Fiestas Patrias Santa Ana Festival, Parade and El Grito  September 13-14, 2025. The huge, 2-day event returns to the popular historic district of Downtown, situated along 4th Street. The parade takes place along Main Street.
Santa Ana, CA Free, santa-ana.org/fiestas-patrias/

SANTA FE SPRINGS: Fiestas de Octubre Estilo Jalisco en Santa Fe Springs October 11, 2025, 5-11 p.m. & October 12, 2025, 5-10 p.m.
Los Nietos Park
11143 Charlesworth Road
Santa Fe Springs, CA
santafesprings.org
Held in partnership with AJUA (Asociacion de Jaliscienses Unidos en Accion), celebrate Mexico's rich heritage with entertainment, traditional mariachi music, family-friendly activities, and an expanded marketplace featuring artisan vendors. Enjoy Mexican cuisine and an unforgettable weekend filled with culture, tradition, and community.

SANTA ROSA: Fiesta De Independencia September 14, 2025, 1-7 p.m.
Luther Burbank Center for the Arts
50 Mark West Springs Road
Santa Rosa, CA
Free admission, lutherburbankcenter.org
Enjoy authentic food, music, games, and activities for the entire family. Organized by LBC's Latino Advisory Council, this free, family-friendly, campus-wide festival celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month and Mexico's Independence. Performances include incredible headline entertainment, carnival games, face painting, a jumpy house, piñatas, and more.

SACRAMENTO: Grito de Dolores September 15, 2025, 5-9 p.m.
West Steps, State Capitol Sacramento, CA 95814
Gather watch the balcony of the State Capitol, as community leaders in chorus perform El Grito de Dolores! Admission to the Grito event is free to the public. You and your friends will enjoy the many booth and table exhibits, artifacts, food, musical and artistic presentations and a meaningful international experience.  Presented by Mexican Cultural Center of Northern California. Free, mccnc.org

SAN DIEGO: Old Town Fiestas Patrias September 13, 2025, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Old Town San Diego Fiestas Patrias
Old Town State Historic Park
San Diego Avenue and Twiggs Street
San Diego, CA 92110
parks.ca.gov/oldtownsandiego
Mission Valley and Old Town
Free
A festival to commemorate Mexico's independence from Spain and the beginning of the main period of significance for Old Town San Diego State Historic Park. Activities will focus on the rich and diverse Mexican heritage that was vital in the development of San Diego and California. Music, dancing, games, and activities for the entire family. Stage with performers. Contests. Parade. Relay Races, Loteria, Horses, Pinatas, Cascarones. parks.ca.gov

SAN JOSE: El Grito September 15, 2025, 4-9 p.m. at San Jose City Hall. El Grito at 7:30 p.m.  
San Jose City Hall
200 E. Santa Clara St.
San Jose, CA
Free, facebook.com/ComiteFPSJ
Bring family and friends to enjoy THE SHOUT  in celebration of Mexico's independence. Free event and open to the public. We're waiting for you this September 15th with Music, Folk Dancing, Mariachi, Northern Group and Band! Come and join the shout  Viva Mexico! 

SIERRA MADRE: Latino Heritage Fiesta September 20, 2025, 4-8 p.m. at Memorial Park. Live music, entertainment, Latino food, artisan craft vendors and more. Location: 222 W. Sierra Madre Blvd., Sierra Madre, CA. Free, cityofsierramadre.com

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE: Mexico Independence Party September 16, 2025, 4-7 p.m. under the Gondola between Fire & Ice and Gunbarrel Tavern. Mariachi Cazadores de Nevada and Ballet Folcloric de South Lake Tahoe perform. Presented by The Shops at Heavenly Village, there are discounts on tacos and margaritas during the event! Free admission, theshopsatheavenly.com

VISTA: Fiestas Patrias  September 14, 2025, 12-4 p.m. Location: Linda Rhoades Recreation Center, 600 North Santa Fe Avenue, Vista, CA. Celebrate Hispanic heritage in Vista through music, dance, food, and history. Location: 600 N Santa Fe Ave., Vista, CA. Free, vistachamber.org

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