Tucson, AZ (April 23, 2025) -- The Tucson International Mariachi Conference returns for its 43rd year on April 23 for five spectacular days of the best of authentic Mariachi and Folklorico performances, workshops, and celebrations. This Tucson-based conference has grown and evolved over the years into a truly world-class event while it continues to fulfill the mission of promoting awareness and traditional values of Mariachi music and Baile Folklorico through education and performance, while promoting pride in youth and community. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1XUcapr5eozx9JkJGkgUm_yfZQd4pJm-X/view
Finalists in both Mariachi and Folklorico will compete to be winners in their respective categories at the Fiesta Garibaldi on Saturday, April 26. For Tickets and additional information on workshops and performances visit https://www.tucsonmariachi.org/
CONFERENCE HIGHLIGHTS
El Mariachi Canta Vocal Competition - April 23.
Final Round will be held on Wednesday, April 23rd at the MSA Annex: 267 S. Avenida del Convento, at 6 pm.
Student Showcase Concert - April 24
The Tucson International Mariachi Conference proudly presents The “Armando C. Gonzales Student Showcase.” Mariachi and Folklórico groups come together from many cities across the southwestern United States. Their parents, nanas, tatas, tios, tias, padrinos, friends and many family members proudly watch the students perform!
Students take the stage to showcase their musical and dancing talents, which they learned in the previous days’ workshops. Student groups, each taking the stage for 9 minutes, perform to a delighted audience.
Espectacular Concert - April 25
Our Espectacular Concert has been honored and graced with world-renowned performers, Mariachi groups, and Baile Folklorico Dancers. We provide a memorable night that exemplifies the best in entertainment with amazing talent that energizes our audiences. The Espectacular Concert has been an integral part of The Tucson International Mariachi Conference and promises to continue to have outstanding entertainers to enhance our culture, music, dance, and education for years to come. Featuring performances by Nuevo Tecalitalán Mariachi.
Fiesta de Garibaldi - April 26 Jacome Plaza Downtown Saturday, April 26, 2025 10 am - 10 pm
Mariachi León - 10:20 am-10:40 am
Mariachi Los Potrillos -10:40 am-11:00 am
Mariachi Los Caballeros 11:00 am-11:20 am
Mariachi Oro de Rancho 11:25 am-11:45 am
Mariachi Oro de Tolleson 11:50 am- 12:10 pm
Ballet Folklorico de Tolleson Union High School Guinda y Oro 12:15 pm-12:35 pm
Mariachi Las Aguilitas 12:40 pm-1:00 pm
Cimarrones de Sierra Folklorico 1:05 pm- 1:25 pm Mariachi Sierra 1:30 pm-1:50 pm Mariachi Nueva Luna 1:55 pm-2:15 pm
Mariachi Los Dragoncitos 2:20 pm-2:40 pm
Mariachi Los Toritos 2:45 pm-3:05 pm
Mariachi Alma del Cañon 3:10 pm - 3:30 pm
Compañia de Danza Folklorica AZ 3:30 pm-3:55 pm
Mariachi Innovación 4:00 pm-4:20 pm
Mariachi Orgullo Nacional 4:25 pm-4:55 pm
Mariachi Pumas 5:00 pm-5:20 pm
Mariachi Estrella Juvenile 5:25 pm-5:55 pm
Los Changuitos Feo de Tucson 6:00 pm- 6:20 pm
Mariachi Olimpico de Roosevelt High School 6:25 pm-6:55 pm
Mariachi Rayos del Sol de Tucson High 7:00 pm-7:55 pm
Mariachi Aztlán de Pueblo High School 8:00 pm-8:20 pm
Mariachi Los Diablitos 8:25 pm-8:55 pm
Canta Winners 9:00 pm-9:15 pm
Mariachi Nuevo Azteca 9:15 pm-10:00 pm
Mariachi Mass - April 27 -noon - Features Liturgical Music By A Mariachi Band
You are cordially invited to participate in this spiritual and colorful celebration. This traditional Catholic Mass is a beautiful fusion of culture and faith. This solemn celebration is performed by our local Catholic Priest, featuring local mariachi and folklorico performers. The Mariachi Mass attracts a diverse segment of the community in a wonderful celebration that is open to all denominations. A release of white doves will follow Mass.
Since 1982, the Tucson International Mariachi Conference, a 501(c)3), has been a leading force in supporting the development of Mariachi and Ballet Folklorico instruction in schools across the United States. The annual conference helps to increase pride and awareness of Mexican American culture, promotes a sense of Achievement, Success, Craftsmanship, Discipline, Pride, and encourages youth to Engage in Education. For additional information, workshop sign up and to purchase tickets visit https://www.tucsonmariachi.org/ .