¡Celebramos! Fiesta de Cultura Viva

A full day of Hispanic music, dance, and tradition, with mariachi and folklórico performances, a quinceañera runway show, and short children’s operas performed by Fort Worth Opera. Wandering Roots: Mariposa Market is open in Carter’s Grove with handcrafted goods from local artisan vendors. Included with general admission. 10 – 10:30 AM — Mariachi Sangre Azteca, Fuller Garden 11 – 11:30 AM — Fort Worth Opera, Leonard Courtyard 12 – 12:30 PM — Mariachi Sangre Azteca, Fuller Garden 1 – 1:30 PM — Fort Worth Opera, Leonard Courtyard 2 – 2:30 PM — Quinceañera runway show, Fuller Garden 3 PM — Abuelitos, Fuller Garden 3:30 – 4 PM — Ballet Folklórico de Fort Worth, Leonard Courtyard Wandering Roots: Mariposa Market is open 10 AM – 3 PM in Carter’s Grove. ¡Celebramos! Blessing of the Animals follows at 5 PM at the Garden Center. 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. While you’re here, explore the unique mariposa market at Carter’s Grove, offering handcrafted goods, one-of-a-kind crafts, and more. It’s a family-friendly event celebrating music, culture, and community. Perfect for anyone looking to experience the richness of Hispanic traditions! 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM: Mariachi Sangre Azteca 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM: Fort Worth Opera Performance 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM: Abuelas Folklorico 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM: Mariachi Sangre Azteca 1:00 PM – 1:30 PM: Fort Worth Opera Performance 1:30 PM – 2:00 PM: Folklorico Performance 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM: Quinceañera runway show, brought to you by La Gran Plaza 3:30 PM – 4:00 PM: Ballet Folklorico de Fort Worth Performance 4:00 PM: Farewell Mariachi Performance ¡Experimente la vibrante belleza de la cultura hispana en la Fiesta de Cultura Viva! Este emocionante evento presenta música de mariachi, actuaciones folclóricas, moda de quinceañera presentada por La Gran Plaza y actuaciones especiales de la Ópera de Fort Worth, incluidas óperas cortas infantiles de temática hispana. Mientras esté aquí, explore el exclusivo mercado de mariposas en Carter’s Grove, que ofrece productos hechos a mano, artesanías únicas y más. Es un evento familiar que celebra la música, la cultura y la comunidad. ¡Perfecto para cualquiera que busque experimentar la riqueza de las tradiciones hispanas! 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM: Mariachi Sangre Azteca 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM: Actuación de la Ópera de Fort Worth 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM: Abuelas Folklóricas 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM: Mariachi Sangre Azteca 1:00 PM – 1:30 PM: Actuación de la Ópera de Fort Worth 1:30 PM – 2:00 PM: Actuación folclórica 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM: Desfile de quinceañera, presentado por La Gran Plaza 3:30 PM – 4:00 PM: Actuación del Ballet Folklórico de Fort Worth 4:00 PM: Actuación de Mariachi de despedida Fecha: Oct 11, 2025 Hora: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Ubicación: Leonard Courtyard y Fuller Garden

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A full day of Hispanic music, dance, and tradition, with mariachi and folklórico performances, a quinceañera runway show, and short children’s operas performed by Fort Worth Opera. Wandering Roots: Mariposa Market is open in Carter’s Grove with handcrafted goods from local artisan vendors. Included with general admission. 10 – 10:30 AM — Mariachi Sangre Azteca, Fuller Garden 11 – 11:30 AM — Fort Worth Opera, Leonard Courtyard 12 – 12:30 PM — Mariachi Sangre Azteca, Fuller Garden 1 – 1:30 PM — Fort Worth Opera, Leonard Courtyard 2 – 2:30 PM — Quinceañera runway show, Fuller Garden 3 PM — Abuelitos, Fuller Garden 3:30 – 4 PM — Ballet Folklórico de Fort Worth, Leonard Courtyard Wandering Roots: Mariposa Market is open 10 AM – 3 PM in Carter’s G