Diez y Seis de Septiembre

The 16th of September celebrates Mexico's independence from Spain.

See also:  holidays,  September 16,  Hispanic heritage,  Mexico

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•  Dieciseis de Septiembre Celebration - in Eagle Pass, Texas; September 15, 2004; food booths, fun and the traditional "grito" or independence cry;  6 to 11 pm San Juan Plaza, Madison at Leona
•  Mexican Independence Day - in El Paso, Texas; September 15, 2004; celebrates the "El Grito de Dolores" that Padre Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla gave the night of September 15, 1810, which ignited Mexico's rebellion against Spain; ceremony is filled with live music and ballet folkloricos; begins at 5 pm Chamizal National Memorial
•  Diez y Seis Celebration - in Seguin, Texas; September 16 - 19, 2004; entertainment, food, carnival, street dances and games; Guadalupe County Fairgrounds
•  Diez y Seis de Septiembre Mexican Independence Day Celebration - in Waxahachie, Texas; September 18, 2004; Hispanic music and a celebration, sponsored by the Ellis County LULAC Chapter; Getzendaner Park

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last edited Sunday, March 02, 2008