Fiestas Patrias 2026: Day One

Celebrate the rich cultures and traditions of Orange County's Hispanic and Latino communities at Santa Ana's Fiestas Patrias, Sept. 12 - 13, 2026! This free, family-friendly celebration brings the community together for an exciting weekend filled with a festive parade, street fair, live entertainment, carnival rides, delicious food, and more. Come celebrate Mexico's Independence Day and recognize the history, heritage, and contributions of Hispanic and Latin American communities. Performances for September 12: 4 p.m. - Banda La Prestigiosa 5 p.m. - Lety Lopez 6 p.m. - Los Cadetes De Linares 7 p.m. - El Grito Ceremony* 8 p.m. - Los Dinamicos Del Norte 9 p.m. - Lorenzo Mendez Con Banda *El Grito Ceremony honors the traditional call to arms on the eve of Mexican Independance Day. Don't miss out! For more information, visit https://santa-ana.gov/fiestas-patrias/