Las Vegas is turning up the heat for Mexican Independence Day, transforming the Entertainment Capital of the World into a celebration of culture, music, and heritage. Whether you’re looking for traditional ceremonies, big concerts, or cool parties, there’s no shortage of ways to celebrate “El Grito” across the city.
Here’s your guide to the ultimate Mexican Independence Day weekend in Sin City.
The main event: El Grito at the Civic Center
The official celebration is hosted by the City of Las Vegas in collaboration with the Mexican Consulate. It takes place on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, from 5 to 9 PM at the Las Vegas Civic Center. This free community gathering is the perfect place to immerse yourself in the traditions of the holiday! Expect live performances, Latin music, and loads of entertainment.
The festivities all lead up to the traditional and powerful El Grito de Dolores ceremony, honoring the historic battle cry that launched the Mexican War of Independence in 1810. Once the ceremony concludes, stick around for live music and… more dancing!
Amazing concerts taking over the Strip (and beyond)
Las Vegas always draws the biggest names in Latin music for this weekend, and 2026 is no exception. If you want to sing your heart out, here’s who’s in town:
- Carin Leon: Bringing hismsignature regional Mexican sound to Sphere.
- Marc Anthony: The salsa king is taking over the BleauLive Theater at Fontainebleau for a three-night run from Sept 11 – 13.
- MANÁ: The legendary rock en español band is playing at T-Mobile Arena on Friday, Sept 11.
- Marco Antonio Solís: “El Buki” will serenade crowds at Dolby Live at Park MGM on Sept 11 – 12.
- Cristian Castro: Delivering his iconic romantic pop hits at the Resorts World Theatre on Sept 11- 12.
- Soda Stereo: Wrapping up the weekend’s rock offerings, the tribute to the iconic band hits Dolby Live on Sunday, Sept 13.
Can’t forget about the fiestas!
If you wanna dance the night away, nightclubs and local casinos are throwing massive fiestas to keep the energy going:
- At Encore Beach Club at Night, catch Diplo on Friday, and Loud Luxury on Saturday.
- If you head to Omnia, you can party along with Martin Garrix w/ Justin Mylo on Friday, and Alesso on Saturday.
- At Hakksan, on Friday there’s BigXthaPlug, and Chencho Corleone comes on Saturday.
