The 34th Mariachi USA festival, celebrated this past Saturday, was a true testament that the tradition is here to stay. Thousands filled the legendary Hollywood Bowl to celebrate culture, music and a sense of a family reunion is evident in every aspect of the celebration.

Rodri J. Rodriguez, founder of Mariachi USA has her eyes and her heart not only on next year when she promises a “big celebration” to commemorate the 35th edition of the largest mariachi festival in the United States. Rodriguez has worked tirelessly to keep the tradition of Mariachi USA alive for generations to come. “Si se puede is a great thing to say, but doing it and making things happen is another.”

The openers of this year’s festivities, 3 high school mariachi bands. “They are the future of Mariachi USA. When I’m no longer here, they will be singing on this stage,” said Rodriguez as she introduced the young artists.

Empowerment is something Rodriguez takes at heart; thus, women have a space on stage and this year the female power was present with Mariachi Las Catrinas and Mariachi Lindas Mexicanas. A sense of pride for Rodriguez was when she introduced both mariachi bands on one stage performing, “El Cascabel“. “One of my favorite songs,” Rodriguez said as she walked off stage.

It’s a beautiful scene to see generations of families flocking to the Hollywood Bowl, and people from different cultures embracing Mexican music. Many set up formal dining tables on box seats, others share food as they sing and dance with strangers.

After five hours of mariachi and a spectacular finale with all mariachi bands congregated on stage singing “Viva Mexico,” fans can be heard singing on their way to the parking lots.

A large family was riding the shuttle to the East LA location, one of them was already looking for tickets for next year, and another one shouted, “Wait for a code, we should try to get box tickets next year.”

A sign that Mariachi USA is here to stay for generations to come, a vision Rodriguez has had even when no one believed a mariachi festival could sell.

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Saturday, June 22, 2019
Hollywood Bowl

Rodri J. Rodriguez, creator, producer, and host of MARIACHI USA announced the Festival’s 30 Year Anniversary celebration is set to ignite the stage on June 22^nd at the iconic Hollywood Bowl in the heart of Hollywood, California.

This year, MARIACHI USA is especially momentous because it marks the thirtieth year that the veteran concert producer hosts the second largest running show at the historic venue, making it the longest running paid Latino event in the US. Additionally, each year Rodriguez raises the bar even higher by breaking attendance records and making MARIACHI USA the most spectacular American music festival honoring the best of Mariachi music from the USA and Mexico. 

“It has been such a privilege to produce an annual event that pays homage to a cherished cultural tradition,” stated Rodriguez. “It’s a multi-generational celebration, where families come together to share in the music, memories and overall experience!”

MARIACHI USA’s 30^th year anniversary extravaganza line-up includes Mariachi Cobre, Mariachi Nuevo Tecalitlan, Mariachi Campanas de America, Mariachi Los Reyes, Mariachi Femenil Nuevo Tecalitlan, Mariachi Nuevo Mujer 2000, Mi Tierra Ballet Folklorico. Not to be missed is the annual fireworks finale by Pyro Spectaculars, which will deliver an epic fireworks show in honor of MARIACHI USA’s 30^th anniversary.

“We have gone to great lengths to ensure that our 30^th anniversary celebration will be enjoyed by all—young and new fans, as well as our loyal fans that we’ve had the pleasure of entertaining for years,” added Rodriguez. “We are committed to producing a cutting-edge show that weaves the traditional with the contemporary, making it a celebration of family, pride, and tradition.”

Pre-concert Bowl Plaza festivities, hosted by Rodri of Rodri Entertainment, include performances by the MARIACHI USA Foundation, sampling of treats and fun games provided by event sponsors from 1 pm till 5:30 pm. The show begins promptly at 6 pm and fireworks at 10:40 pm.
 Parking is limited at the Bowl, fans are encouraged to use the Bowl Park & Ride and Shuttle.

 Tickets are now on sale for MARIACHI USA. For preferred seating, tickets and more information, please visit www.mariachiusa.com. Tickets also are available at www.Ticketmaster.com. 

30^th MARIACHI USA is sponsored by GOYA Foods, Verizon, Univision34 – KLVE Radio, Delta Aeromexico, the official airlines of MARIACHI USA, Mineragua, LALA US, Sigue Corp, Twang, and Café Bustelo. 
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