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SUMMARY:Dia De Los Muertos Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center (ESB MACC) invites the public to its 18th annual Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) This beloved tradition brings family and community together to celebrate the lives of our ancestors\, family\, friends\, and public figures. This family-friendly\, alcohol-free event will take place from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Oswaldo A. B. Cantu Pan American Recreation Center. We will welcome the memories of our loved ones with Day of the Dead altars\, art installations\, & activities that foster an appreciation for the sweetness and fragility of life. The collective outdoor ofrenda (altar) will be a gathering of memories to which the public can contribute. \nAdmission is free\, and RSVP is not required\, although we encourage you to RSVP on Facebook. Guests are encouraged to bring folding chairs\, strollers\, and refillable water bottles. A free shuttle bus will be provided from the East Holly St. neighborhood to the Recreation Center. (Please note: the event is not at the ESB MACC building!) \nHighlights of the event include: \n\n\nOutdoor stage with live music. Expect to see a great lineup of Latin music from local Austin artists! Lineup and performance times are subject to change. Gary Hobbs (1:45pm)\, Marca Especial (3pm)\, The Tiarras (3:45pm)\, Nova Band (5:00pm)\, Danza Azteca Guadalupana (5:45pm). \n\n\nFree face painting and sugar skull decorating workshops (while supplies last) conducted by the ESB MACC Education Department. Families and educators may download Day of the Dead Educational handouts/posters in English and Spanish. \n\n\n MexAmeriCon will feature artist panels\, games\, and more that showcase the storytelling traditions of the Latino/a/e community through comics\, art\, and pop culture. \n\n\nArtisan Vendor Market supporting local Latino/a/e entrepreneurs. \n\n\nPiñata inspired large scale sculptural art installations by Las Piñatas/Latinos in Architecture (LiA) on view. \n\n\nA Community Altar (Ofrenda) that will grow larger as event attendees contribute names and notes. \n\n\nCommunity Resource Fair featuring local nonprofits. \n\n\nFood trucks and vendors featuring local cuisine with plenty of options from tacos to desserts.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/dia-de-los-muertos-festival-2/
LOCATION:Pan Am Rec Center\, 2100 E 3rd St\, Austin\, TX\, 78702\, United States
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SUMMARY:La Mujer: A Celebration Of Women
DESCRIPTION:The Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center (ESB MACC) presents La Mujer: A Celebration of Women. In its 14th year\, the ESB MACC’s annual La Mujer event celebrates women and women-identifying individuals in Austin’s Mexican American and Latina/o/x/e community.\n\n \nThis event is on Saturday\, April 26\, 2025 from 12:00 – 5:00 p.m. It is a free event that is open to all ages\, gender identities\, and cultural identities where women can be seen\, heard\, and empowered. Free workshops and activities focus on wellness\, women in justice\, know-your-rights\, and all-local visual and performing arts groups. There is a focus on uplifting and hiring women for all roles of this event\, including our graphic design\, sound engineer\, etc!\n\n \nLa Mujer: A Celebration of WomenSaturday\, April 26\, 202512:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.Event Location: Parque Zaragoza2608 Gonzales St\, Austin\, TX 78702\n\n \nPERFORMANCE SCHEDULE – OUTDOOR STAGE12:00 DJ Helios: hyping up the vibe with reggaeton/ Latin tunes12:30 Teatro Vivo & the Indigenous Cultures Institute1:30 Oro Dance Company: Afro-Latin all-female dance group2:00 Stephanie Valenzuela: Tejano Idol singer from Austin3:00 Andrea Daniela y Su Sabor: Latin fusion singer4:00 The Tiarras: Austin’s favorite cumbia rock sister trio\n\n \n\nAll events\, activities and workshops at La Mujer are free! This event will bring together women artisans\, activists\, and community builders!\n\n \nIt will feature special appearances by Judge Bianca Garcia\, Judge Denise Hernandez\, Judge Sandy Avila Ramirez\, and Mayor Pro Tem Vanessa Fuentes.\n\n \nIt will feature an artist marketplace by Frida Friday ATX\, and free hands-on activities and workshops for all ages.\nWe are happy to announce policy consultant for the State of Texas\, Jenn Saenz\, as our Master of Ceremonies!\n\n \nFRIDAY FRIDAY ATX – OUTDOOR ART MARKETWe are excited to partner with Friday Friday ATX Artisan Marketplace with TK Tunchez and Las Ofrendas! Frida Friday ATX is an economic movement of intersectional marketplaces & cultural spaces centering Latinx\, BIPOC & queer folks. A great opportunity to shop & support local businesses!\nThe market will be open throughout the event\, 12:00pm – 5:00pm.\n\n \nPUBLIC ART SELECTED ARTISTS (Art in Public Places/ AIPP)Kat Talley and Ruben Esquivel\, the selected artists for the Art In Public Places Phase II sculptural project at the ESB-MACC will be engaging the community during the La Mujer event. The artists will inform and gather inspiration from the public\, as they work towards the completion of their Conceptual Design. Participants will be able to learn more about the artists’ goals as well as share their own personal ESB-MACC stories.\n\n \nWORKSHOP SCHEDULE – INDOORS & OUTDOORS\n12:00-1:00 pm: Frida Friday ATX market\, arrive at 12pm to choose your workshops (The market is open 12-5pm!)\n1:00 Yoga Workshop (outdoor)\, Sound Healing Workshop (indoor)\n2:00 Yoga Workshop (outdoor)\, Afro-Cuban Dance Workshop (indoor)\n3:00 Pilates Workshop (outdoor)\, Bookbinding with Diana Lizette Rodriguez (indoor)\n3:00 Equity Workshop – Austin Stories (indoor)\n4:00 Activities Indoors and Outdoors during the headliners – The Tiarras\, on the main stage from 4-5pm!\n\nWORKSHOPSPre-Register to any of the FREE Wellness Workshops now to secure your spot! Pre-Register on Eventbrite.\n\n \nAneika Perez\, Yoga InstructorYoga in the Park1:00pm-2:00pm -OR- 2:00-3:00pmWorkshop Leader: Aneika PerezOutside – Parque ZaragozaA gentle yoga class that invites you to soften the mind\, restore your nervous system & reconnect with your inner flow. Through breath\, movement\, & sound we’ll create space for clarity and calm. Allow yourself to be held in a sanctuary of stillness-a sacred pause to nurture your body\, mind\, & spirit. No experience needed! Please bring a yoga mat\, towel\, or blanket. Pre-register on Eventbrite!\n\n \nAndrea Cortez\, Mind Body Music Center Sound Healing1:00-2:00pmWorkshop Leader: Andrea Cortez\, Mind Body Music CenterInside Parque Zaragoza Recreation Center- Classroom #1Rest and restore in this sound healing session and enjoy renewed energy for your mind and body. Playing the harp and singing bowls\, music therapist Andrea Cortez will guide you through deep breathing\, slowing down\, and a serene connection to heart opening music. Andrea brings in elements of traditional healing of Mesoamerica\, incorporating the sound medicine wheel. Participants will be sitting on the floor or in chairs. Please bring a yoga mat\, towel\, or blanket. Pre-register on Eventbrite!\n\n \nExploring the Diversity of Cuban Folklore2:00-3:00pmWorkshop Leader: Oro Dance CompanyInside Parque Zaragoza Recreation Center -GymnasiumJoin us for an engaging workshop that delves into the rich diversity of Cuban folklore. Explore the meaning and history behind these vibrant dance traditions and gain a deeper understanding of the profound influence of African culture on Cuban folklore\, as seen in many Latinx dance forms. Open to all experience levels\, ages\, and genders. Immerse yourself in the movements of the Orishas\, Rumba Guaguancó! Wear comfortable clothes and shoes. Pre-register on Eventbrite!\n\n \nEmpoderadas Event PartnerPilates3:00pm-4:00pmWorkshop Leader: Empoderadas GymOutside – Parque ZaragozaOur Pilates class is designed to strengthen your core\, improve flexibility\, enhance overall body awareness while having fun and an energetic playlist. This class focuses on controlled movements\, breathwork\, and proper alignment to build strength without bulk\, leaving you feeling balanced and refreshed. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced practitioner\, our instructor will guide you through a series of mat-based exercises that will challenge and empower your body. Come ready to move\, stretch\, and leave feeling stronger\, longer\, and more connected to your body! Please bring a yoga mat\, towel\, or blanket. Pre-register on Eventbrite!\n\n \nBookBinding3:00-4:00pmWorkshop Leader: Diana Lizette RodriguezInside- Classroom #1Join us on for a meditative bookbinding workshop exploring the ideas of stillness\, growth and transformation. We will experience writing exercises\, visual art forms & questions to move through these ideas/concepts\, to understand what it means for each participant to have forms of transformation in moments of stillness. This transformation can mean healing\, letting go and growing out of old patterns\, thoughts and habits. The stillness can be a breath. A moment of time which we fossilize. Out of these exercises and contemplations we will be learning how to make a book. Together we will bind and learn the patterns of stitching together paper. The workshop is free and open to all ages. Pre-register on Eventbrite!\n\n \nAustin Stories: A Journey Through History\, Culture\, and Joy 3:00pmWorkshop Leader: Alejandra Mireles and Natalie HulseyInside- Classroom 2.Come explore Austin’s past—and share your own story! In this 45-minute self-paced activity\, you’ll walk through a gallery of powerful events that show how race and culture have shaped Austin. Watch real videos from the Austin History Center\, read about important moments on a community timeline\, and even add your own family’s history. You’ll also have the chance to record your story and celebrate the culture\, memories\, and joy that make Austin special. This is a chance to reflect\, learn\, and help shape a fuller picture of Austin—past\, present\, and future. Everyone’s story matters. What’s yours? Facilitated by the Alejandra Mireles and Natalie Hulsey of the City of Austin’s Office of Equity and Inclusion.\n\n \nCOMMUNITY RESOURCES- OUTDOORSWe will also be hosting several community organizations and groups that will be offering resources. Past groups have included voter registration\, health clinics\, and local non-profits:\n– Austin History Center– Amigos de Parque Zaragoza– Judge Sandra Avila Ramirez– League of Women Voters – Austin Area– Office of Equity and Inclusion- City of Austin– Johnston High School Alumni– We All Belong\, City of Austin Communications and Public Information Office– Business and Community Leaders of Texas (BCL)\n\n \nMACC EDUCATION- OUTSIDE/ NEXT TO PLAYGROUNDThe MACC Education team will be leading free activities for all ages. Caminos Teens will be leading mini paintings inspired by Mexican talavera (tile). MACC Education will be leading jewelry making including beaded bracelets and keychains\, and color your own mujer-themed sticker!\nFOOD TRUCKS- OUTDOORSEl Mana- Mexican FoodMission Dogs- hot dogsCinnamonSugar- sweet treats\nIf you need more information or want to participate in this event\, email Estrella.DeLeon@austintexas.gov.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/la-mujer-a-celebration-of-women/
LOCATION:Parque Zaragoza Recreation Center\, 2608 Gonzales St\, Austin\, TX\, 78702\, United States
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SUMMARY:Dia de los Muertos Festival
DESCRIPTION:This beloved tradition brings family and community together to celebrate the lives of our ancestors\, family and friends\, veterans\, and public figures. There will be a multi-day celebration that all culminates in a gran fiesta on Saturday\, November 5th.\n \nOn Saturday November 5th from 4-10pm\, the MACC will present our 15th annual festival on the Zocalo plaza. Doors will open to the public at 4:00pm. There will be free shuttle bus service from 4:30pm-10:30pm at Sanchez Elementary.\n \nFeaturing\, for the first time\, MexAmeriCon\, Austin’s first Latinx Comic Book Convention (Comic Con)\, local Womxn of Color-centered marketplace Frida Friday ATX\, an Interactive Shadow Puppet Show by the Austin Public Library\, AND SO MUCH MORE! Hosted by Lorena Placenia of Telemundo Austin!\n \n\n\nMexAmeriCon Comic Convention (4-5pm on outdoor stage\, then 5-10pm in Black Box) \n\n\nArtisan mercado by Frida Friday ATX \n\n\nSugar skull decorating & face painting by MACC Education \n\n\nSculpture Installations by Las Piñatas ATX \n\n\nScreen printing\, photobooths\, children’s activities \n\n\nInteractive puppet show (Auditorium) \n\n\nArt kits by Austin Veterans Art Festival \n\n\nLoteria game by MexAmeriCon \n\n\nFood trucks on site \n\n\nTwo Art exhibits: Austin Studio Tours (upstairs gallery) and Community Altars (downstairs gallery)
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/dia-de-los-muertos-festival/
LOCATION:Mexican American Cultural Center\, 600 River Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
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