Get ready to be mesmerized by the artistry and traditions of the 5th Annual Catrina Fest in Sundance Square. NBC 5, Telemundo 39, and Sundance Square invite you to bring your friends and family to Sundance Square in Fort Worth on Saturday, October 17, for this FREE and fun event from noon to 11:00 p.m.
The event celebrates Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead), a holiday that honors our deceased loved ones. Sundance Square will be lined with artisan market vendors and food trucks offering a variety of delicious food. There will also be entertainment throughout the day with performances by Ballet Folklórico de Fort Worth, Mariachi Damas de Tejas, singer Monica Saldivar, Grupo Pakal, and Fusion Latina.
The Catrina Contest is the most popular part of the event. The Mini Catrina Contest, for children 12 and under, takes place at 12:00 p.m. where the 1st Place winner will take home a $500 cash prize. At 5:00 p.m., a runway of competing Catrinas will show off their most elaborate costumes in honor of the deceased. Their costumes will reflect themes of life, death, remembrance, and renewal. The 1st Place winner will take home a $5,000 cash price.
This event will leave you immersed in rich culture and traditions that will make for an unforgettable night. Learn more about the event HERE.
Event Schedule
12:00 p.m.- Ballet Folklorico de Fort Worth
1:00 p.m. – Mariachi Damas de Tejas
2:00 p.m. – Mini Catrina Contest
3:00 p.m. – Monica Saldivar
4:30 p.m. – Grupo Pakal
5:00 p.m. – Catrina Contest
7:30 p.m. – Fusion Latina
5th Annual Catrina Fest in Sundance Square
Saturday, October 17
12:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Sundance Square Plaza
Downtown Fort Worth
FREE Admission
Learn more about the event HERE.