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¡Viva Mariachi! at Napa Valley College offers a unique opportunity for our community to learn about the thriving programs throughout the U.S. that are effective in promoting student success, all while enriching the cultural vitality and musical traditions of their institutions and surrounding communities.

This cultural event promotes the rich heritage and traditions of Mexico through Mariachi music and music education. The Viva Mariachi Festival is once again hosting youth/student groups representing three levels of our nation’s public institutions: middle school, high school, and college.

Featuring: Mariachi Las Aguilitas de Davis Bilingual Elementary School in Tucson, Arizona, LBC Mariachi Cantares de Mi Tierra and Ballet Folklórico, Mariachi Garibaldi, from Southwestern College in Chula Vista, California

Dates:  Saturday, March 21, 2026 – Tickets on sale Tuesday, January 6, 2026 – $30

Times: 

• Matinee concert at 2 p.m.
• Evening concert 7 p.m.

Both performances will take place in the NVC Performing Arts Center Main Theater.