¡Celebramos! A Celebration of Hispanic Heritage

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Enjoy vibrant cultural performances, captivating exhibitions, delicious dining options, and unique shopping experiences. Celebrate Hispanic heritage in Fort Worth with this exciting event for all ages, presented by:

Free Day

Sept 13

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Free Admission Day: ¡Celebramos! Kick-Off Event

Celebrate the start of ¡Celebramos! with a Free Admission Day at the Fort Worth Botanic Garden! On Saturday, September 13, enjoy complimentary access to our lush 120-acre campus as we kick off this vibrant celebration of Hispanic heritage, culture, and community.

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¡Celebramos! Latin American Flag Parade

Show pride in your heritage! Register as an individual, family, or group (dance teams, sports teams, etc.) to represent your country of origin. Participants are encouraged to wear traditional clothing or outfits that represent their country, including national sports and soccer team colors.

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¡Celebramos! Tequila-Rita Festival

The Tequila-Rita Festival is back for a third year of food, drinks, and dancing! Your ticket includes unlimited beverages, with featured cocktails from La Pulga, a Fort Worth based tequila maker, along with food from food truck vendors, including Gordo’s Mexican Cocina and La Bandida Street Food.

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¡Celebramos! Fiesta de Cultura Viva

Experience the vibrant beauty of Hispanic culture at Fiesta de Cultura Viva! This exciting event features mariachi music, folklorico performances, quinceañera fashion presented by La Gran Plaza, and special opera performances by Fort Worth Opera, including children’s Hispanic-themed short operas.

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WEEKEND #1

Sept 13 - 14

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Date: Saturday, Sept 13
Time: Free Admission All Day
Location: Leonard Courtyard & Fuller Garden

Free Admission Day: ¡Celebramos! Kick-Off Event
Wander through the gardens, enjoy our annual Latin American Flag Parade, live mariachi performances, a dance party hosted by DJ Alexander Meija, and food available from Gordo's Mexican Cocina, Mama Lama, and other fun food trucks.

Note: No tickets or reservations required. Simply show up and enjoy the day with us!

Date: Saturday, Sept 13
Time: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: Vistas

Latin American Flag Parade
Participants are encouraged to wear traditional clothing or outfits that represent their country, including national sports and soccer team colors.

Note: Show pride in your heritage! Register as an individual, family, or group (dance teams, sports teams, etc.) to represent your country of origin.

Date: Sept 13 - 14
Time: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Location: Carter's Grove

September Mariposa Market
Shop local small businesses during ¡Celebramos! at this outdoor market organized by Wandering Roots Markets. This market will feature vendors offering handmade goods and sustainable products.

Note: The Mariposa Market is free to attend, but general admission must be purchased to visit the Garden. General admission will be free on September 14 during our ¡Celebramos! Kick-Off Event.

Date: Saturday, Sept 13
Time: 8:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Location: The Grove

Tequila-Rita Festival
Your ticket includes unlimited beverages, with featured cocktails from La Pulga, a Fort Worth based tequila maker, along with food from food truck vendors, including Gordo’s Mexican Cocina and La Bandida Street Food.

Note: The parking and entrance for this event will be from our West Entrance. This event is 21+ only.

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Date: Sunday, Sept 14
Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: Leonard Courtyard & Fuller Garden

Family Fun & Wellness Day
An informative day focusing on fun, health and wellness activities for the whole family, that includes information, consultations and nutritional advice.

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Date: Sept 22 - 26
Time: Free Admission to Art Show
Location: Garden Center

FWISD Student Art Show on Display
Enjoy a stunning display of student artwork inspired by our ¡Celebramos! events from across Fort Worth ISD.

WEEKEND #2

Oct 11 - 12

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Date: Saturday, Oct 11
Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: Leonard Courtyard & Fuller Garden

Fiesta de Cultura Viva
This exciting event features mariachi music, folklorico performances, quinceañera fashion presented by La Gran Plaza, and special opera performances by Fort Worth Opera, including children’s Hispanic-themed short operas.

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Date: Oct 11 - 12
Time: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Location: Carter's Grove

October Mariposa Market
Shop local small businesses during ¡Celebramos! at this outdoor market organized by Wandering Roots Markets. This market will feature vendors offering handmade goods and sustainable products.

Note: The Mariposa Market is free to attend, but general admission must be purchased to visit the Garden.

Date: Sunday, Oct 12
Time: 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Location: Garden Center

Blessing of the Animals
Head over to the Garden Center for the heartwarming Blessing of the Animals, a delightful, family-friendly event honoring your furry companions.

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Date: Sunday, Oct 12
Time: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: Fuller Garden

Family Movie Night
Join us with your family and friends for a special screening of a family-friendly film. The movie screening will start at 7 p.m., but we recommend arriving earlier to secure your spot in the Garden.

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