Mayor Walsh, Boston City Councilors, and Consul General Emilio Rabasa raised the ceremonial Mexican flag, to celebrate the country's Independence Day. The tradition reaches back two decades and showcases the special relationship between Boston and Mexico. Boston is home to a growing Latino population, with diverse backgrounds including Mexican, Puerto Rican, Dominican, and Central American communities. This month-long celebration gives these communities a chance to come together, fostering a sense of unity and shared purpose. Happy Hispanic Heritage Month! Celebrate Boston’s Hispanic population with these fun and informative experiences happening around the city all month long (September 15-October 15). This is an ongoing roundup that we’re adding to throughout the month, check back periodically for new events! Experiences listed in chronological order. El ZORRO: Mexican Independence Party at CósmicaWhen Join us in the lower courtyard of The Charles to celebrate Mexican Independence Day from 4pm to 9pm! The event will include a selection of traditional food and games for all, a live performance by Veronica Robles all-female Mariachi Quintet, and live music from DJ D. Martinez. Eventbrite - Latin American Music Festival presents El Grito en Copley: Viva Mexico!!! - Saturday, September 14, 2024 at Copley Square, Boston, MA. Find event and ticket information. On a sunny mid-September day, the flags of Mexico, Massachusetts and Boston swayed together on City Hall Plaza. Mayor Walsh, Boston City Councilors, and Consul General Emilio Rabasa raised the ceremonial Mexican flag, to celebrate the country's Independence Day. Celebrate Mexican Independence! 🇲🇽 🎉 Join the biggest patriotic party in Massachusetts on September 14, 2024, from 1:00 PM to 8:00 PM, presented by the Veronica Robles Cultural Center and the Consulate of Mexico in Boston! Here's what to know about Cinco de Mayo. What is the history of Cinco de Mayo? Cinco De Mayo commemorates the Battle of Puebla when Mexico defeated the French army. In 1862, French Emperor Celebrate Mexican Independence with food vendors, live music, Mariachi performances, folkloric dance, arts and crafts, and more. Beyond Fiesta en la Plaza, the City's Equity and Inclusion Cabinet and Latinx Employee Resource Group (ERG) co-hosted a Mexican Independence Day celebration on September 14 and plans to host Ahead of the official start of Latinx Heritage Month, the City’s Equity and Inclusion Cabinet and Latinx Employee Resource Group (ERG) co-hosted their annual Mexican Independence Day Celebration on September 14 at 12 p.m. Dozens of community members, leaders, city officials, and representatives from the Boston Mexican Consulate and other Mexican organizations in Boston gathered at City Hall on Monday afternoon for the raising of the Mexican flag to celebrate Mexican Independence Day. What is Mexican Independence Day? Mexican Independence Day is celebrated each year to remember the end of the 300 year Spanish rule over Mexico. Here's what to know about Cinco de Mayo. What is the history of Cinco de Mayo? Cinco De Mayo commemorates the Battle of Puebla when Mexico defeated the French army. In 1862, French Emperor Join us at the Charles Hotel’s Lower Courtyard in Harvard Square to celebrate Mexican Independence Day on Sunday, September 15th from 4-9pm! The event will include a selection of traditional food and games for all, as well as a live performance by Veronica Roble. Join the City of Boston in celebrating Mexico's Independence Day with a special flag-raising ceremony at City Hall Plaza. This event honors Mexico's rich cultural heritage and its vibrant community here in Boston. Celebrate Mexican Culture & Independence Day in East Boston! Eventbrite - NOTA EXPERIENCE presents MEXICAN INDEPENDENCE CELEBRATION ICON - Saturday, September 14, 2024 | Sunday, September 15, 2024 at Icon Nightclub, Boston, MA. Find event and ticket information. Here's what to know about Cinco de Mayo. What is the history of Cinco de Mayo? Cinco De Mayo commemorates the Battle of Puebla when Mexico defeated the French army. In 1862, French Emperor The day often is mistaken for Mexican Independence Day, which is in September. It’s not all about tequila and tacos
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