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<\/p>\nCORPUS CHRISTI, Texas \u2014 \u00a1Festival de Mariachi! en la Isla returns to the Texas A&M University\u2013Corpus Christi campus April 8\u201312, 2026, for five days of music, dance, education, and cultural celebration.<\/p>\n
The annual festival showcases mariachi traditions through performances by acclaimed ensembles, student musicians, masterclasses, and community-centered events.<\/p>\n
Tickets and passes are on sale now through the TAMU-CC Performing Arts Center Box Office at 361.825.2787 or at mariachifest.tamucc.edu. A full festival pass is available for $30. Single tickets range from $10 to $20 for adults and $5 for students. Children 5 and under are free.<\/p>\n
Rai Morales, Director of Mariachi de la Isla, said the festival is about more than music.<\/p>\n
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“\u00a1Festival de Mariachi! en la Isla is more than a concert series; it’s a celebration of culture, education, and community,” Morales said. “It brings professionals, students, and families together through mariachi music and helps inspire future generations.”<\/p>\n
The festival opens Wednesday, April 8, with an evening kick-off concert featuring Mariachi de la Isla, the TAMU-CC mariachi ensemble, alongside Ballet Folkl\u00f3rico Viva Mexico.<\/p>\n
On Thursday, April 9, a special evening Pl\u00e1tica, or lecture, with Dr. Dahlia Guerra of UTRGV will offer insight into mariachi’s cultural impact, educational importance, and evolving legacy. A concert by Mariachi Aztl\u00e1n of the University of Texas-R\u00edo Grande Valley will follow.<\/p>\n
Friday, April 10, features Mariachi Imperial de Am\u00e9rica, led by director Jos\u00e9 Longoria. An afternoon masterclass for musicians and students will precede an evening concert.<\/p>\n
Saturday, April 11, offers a full day of programming for all ages. Middle and high school mariachi groups will perform in the Mariachi Student Showcase during daytime hours. A festival market and food trucks will also be available. The evening will feature Los Paisanos de UTSA as the opening act, followed by a headline concert by Mariachi Azteca de Am\u00e9rica, directed by Gino Rivera.<\/p>\n
The festival concludes Sunday, April 12, with an Open Mass at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, honoring the spiritual roots of mariachi music.<\/p>\n
Events are open to the public, with select activities designed for students, educators, and musicians.<\/p>\n
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Full Festival Schedule:<\/p>\n
Wednesday, April 8 at 6 p.m. \u2013 Mariachi de la Isla and Ballet Folkl\u00f3rico Viva M\u00e9xicoThursday, April 9 at 6:30 p.m. – Discussion with Dr. Dahlia Guerra of UTRGV + Mariachi Aztl\u00e1n of the UTRGV ConcertFriday, April 10 at 5 p.m. – Masterclass with Mariachi Imperial de Am\u00e9ricaFriday, April 10 at 8 p.m. – Mariachi Imperial de Am\u00e9ricaSaturday, April at 12 p.m. \u2013 Mariachi Student ShowcaseSaturday, April 11 at 8 p.m. – Mariachi Azteca de Am\u00e9rica with Los Paisanos de UTSA (opening act)Sunday, April 12 at 8 a.m. – Open Mass at Sacred Heart Catholic Church<\/p>\n
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