Ford Mariachi Festival

The River Walk has been producing the Ford Mariachi Festival since the late 1970’s

• The festival was established by Belle Ortiz and Juan Ortiz who together created the well-known Mariachis Campanas de America.

• Each night, six boats carrying either costumed Mariachi groups or Folklorico dancers float for two hours on the River Walk.
  

• The groups are procured from local high school and college Mariachi groups who look forward to playing annually as a highlight of their school year.
  

• Local Folklorico groups and dancers of all ages delight the River Walk crowds.
  

• The event is free to the public and enjoyed by the crowds eating and drinking on River Walk bars, patios, and restaurants. Many guests view from their hotel balcony.

Ticket Information:

Admission is FREE!!