Saturday, September 13, 2025
12 - 11 p.m.
Sunday, September 14, 2025
12 - 10 p.m.
Celebrate our local Hispanic and Latino communities on September 13 - 14, 2025 at Santa Ana’s very own Fiestas Patrias! Open to all, the free weekend-long festivities include a parade and street fair, live music, carnival rides and more – all commemorating Mexican independence and celebrating the various Latin American communities that reside throughout Orange County.
Festivities will include
- Vendors
- Entertainment
- Food and a beer garden
- Carnival rides
- Cultural exhibitors and more
El Grito de Independencia
Saturday, September 13, 2025
7 p.m.
On Saturday, September 13, the City of Santa Ana will host the ceremonial El Grito de Independencia beginning at 7 p.m. on the festival's main stage. Mexico's official "El Grito" Ceremony is on September 15 and honors the traditional call to arms on the eve of Mexican Independence Day. It is a synchronized call that dates back to 1810 and celebrates the anniversary of the fight for Mexican Independence.
Parade
Sunday September 14, 2025
11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Experience the heart of Fiestas Patrias at the annual parade! Colorful floats, community groups, local schools, cultural organizations, and festive performances will make their way down Main Street in celebration of Mexican Independence and Latino heritage. Bring the whole family to enjoy the sights, sounds, and spirit of this beloved community tradition.
Beer garden
Saturday, September 13, 2025
12 - 9:30 p.m.
Sunday, Sunday September 14, 2025
12 - 8:30 p.m.
Atendees can enjoy a variety of beers and beverages in a lively outdoor setting at Plaza Calle Cuatro, located at E 4th Street and French Street. Guests must be 21 or older to enter. An admittance wristband is required and can be purchased on-site for $5. I.D. verification will take place at the entrance.
Applications
- For questions regarding your application status, please contact specialevents@santa-ana.org.
- General information parade meetings will be offered to the public to learn more on how to participate in this year's parade. Meetings will be held at the Roosevelt-Walker Community Center on the following dates at 6:30 p.m.:
Application |
Open dates |
Two-day event fee |
| Parade | May 28, 2025 - August 14, 2025 | Free |
| Food vendor | June 2, 2025 - August 4, 2025 | Standard food location ($1,250) Premier food location ($2,250) |
| Exhibitor/vendor | June 2, 2025 - August 4, 2025 | Downtown Santa Ana Businesses ($250) Exhibitors informational only ($500) Vendors ($850) |
| Community performers | June 2, 2025 - August 4, 2025 | Free |
Thank you to our partners for supporting this event!
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