Mexican Independence Day celebration
The annual Mexican Independence Day Festival will take place in downtown Watsonville Sunday from 11:30am-5pm
Hosted by Fiestas Patrias, the festival will be opened by a traditional grito from the Consul General Neftali Said Perez Gonzalez, representing the Mexican Consulate in San Jose. The tradition honors the history of Mexico and the spirit of independence.
The event will include music, food booths, arts and crafts and information tables that spread out in the plaza and surrounding streets.
Free, live entertainment will feature folkloric dance groups, Mariachi de Javier Diaz, and popular bands from Mexico.
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A taste of culture at Second Saturday
Artists around the Pajaro Valley are preparing for the Second Saturday Art Tour, a new year-round, free public art engagement built on the theme: “Bring your family, bring your neighbors—let’s make downtown Watsonville the heart of community connection, creativity and culture.”
After a soft launch on July 12, the event on Sept. 13 will follow in its tracks around town with a wealth of participants and activities, from a zumba class in the plaza to two-for-one pizza slices to dance performances and more from 1-4pm on Main Street and surrounding blocks.
The free event will feature:
• Live Performances by Local Musicians, Dancers & Theater Group
• Kid-Friendly Activities including Arts & Crafts, Face Painting & Story Time
• Shop Local with Pop-Ups from Downtown Retailers & Artisan Vendors
• Local Food from Restaurants & Food Trucks
• Interactive Art Installations & Tours of Community Murals
• Connect with Local Nonprofits & Community Resources
For information, visit watsonvillesecondsaturdays.my.canva.site
