El Dorado Cantina
Top-rated Mexican restaurant open 24/7 with three locations in Las Vegas: Tivoli Village, near the Las Vegas Strip and Southwest Las Vegas. Must-orders: tableside guacamole, pozoles, tostada salads, Judi Siegel Platter, Chicken Feinstein, enchilada trio + more.
Ana Bárbara
Celebrated Mexican singer and Latin Grammy Award winner is at Pearl Concert Theater. Known for her powerful voice and dynamic performances, Bárbara has captivated audiences worldwide with her hit songs, including “Sacúdeme” and “Ay, Amor,” and vibrant stage presence. 8 p.m. Sept. 14.
Cabo Wabo Cantina + Mijo Modern Mexican
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Executive Chefs Tacho Kneeland and Donald Thompson, at Cabo Wabo Cantina in Planet Hollywood and Mijo Modern Mexican Restaurant in Durango Casino and Resort, respectively, are masters of their craft, bringing vibrant, traditional and authentic Mexican flavors to their menus. Emmanuel VenetianVegas.com Ticketmaster.com Mexican singer Emmanuel, who launched his career in the 1970s, is returning to The Venetian for two nights over Mexican Independence Day weekend. Tickets start at $65, plus applicable fees. 8:30 p.m. Sept. 14-15.
Emmanuel
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Mexican singer Emmanuel, who launched his career in the 1970s, is returning to The Venetian for two nights over Mexican Independence Day weekend. Tickets start at $65, plus applicable fees. 8:30 p.m. Sept. 14-15.
Fashion Show Las Vegas
Fashion Show Las Vegas will kick off Mexican Independence Day with a celebration from 12 to 3 p.m. where guests can enjoy live entertainment in The Great Hall, including mariachi music, traditional dance performances and a DJ spinning top Latin music. 12-3 p.m. Sept. 15.
Fremont Street Experience
Fremont Street Experience in Downtown Las Vegas hosts its inaugural Mexican Independence Day celebration transforming into an epic Latin street party for the cultural celebration filled with free, nonstop fun and excitement over three days featuring 30 performers and 100+ hours of live entertainment on four stages. Sept. 13-15.
Julio Gonzalez
Julio Gonzalez is a bilingual comedian who aims to make the world smile. Gonzalez Gonzalez was always known as “the funny guy,” whether it was a backyard party or waiting in line at the grocery store. Jokes about his upbringing and life experiences have earned him a residency at the award-winning L.A. Comedy Club at The Strat.
Lorena Peril
One of the most talented Mexican women on the Las Vegas Strip is powerhouse vocalist Lorena Peril. As beautiful as she is talented, Peril is the headliner and host of “Fantasy: The Strip’s Sexiest Tease” at Luxor, an all-female revue celebrating its 25th anniversary in October. Peril also enjoys spending her free time singing Spanish songs at lounges, restaurants and charity events.
Los Ángeles Azules
Los Ángeles Azules, renowned for their blend of traditional cumbia music with modern electronic beats, will take the stage at Pearl Concert Theater. Their infectious rhythms and captivating performances have made them one of Mexico’s most beloved musical groups. 8 p.m. Sept. 26.
Lucero & Mijares
In honor of Mexican Independence Day weekend, this one-of-a-kind show, performed with a live band and the renowned voices of Lucero and Mijares, is set to create a memorable party at Resorts World Theatre. Sept. 13.
Mariachi Viajeros + Mexico Vivo Folklorico
Immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage of Mexico with live performances by Mariachi Viajeros and Mexico Vivo Folklorico. These talented musicians and dancers will bring the sounds and sights of Mexican folklore to the lobby and casino floor of Palms Casino Resort. 5-8 p.m. Sept. 14.
Noche UFC 306
Noche UFC 306 at Sphere on Sept. 14 is featuring an MMA fight card that is largely Mexican fighters. You can’t beat the UFC or Sphere, but the tickets for pricing – well, you can imagine the hefty cost.
Paul Rodriguez + Banda Puro Sinaloa
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Join Ahern Hotel for a night of laughter, music and tequila at the Mexican Independence Day Fiesta featuring actor and comedian Paul Rodriguez and the 12-piece Banda Puro Sinaloa on Floor 1’s brand-new Center Stage. Happy Hour starts at 4 p.m. with beer and tequila specials, a nacho bar and a Mexican marketplace. 4-10 p.m. Sept. 16.
Proper Bar
Proper Bar in Proper Eats Food Hall in Aria will celebrate Mexican Independence Day with Latin music and bottomless Tres Generaciones house margaritas, at $29 per person for two hours. Proper Bar also will offer a tequila tasting add-on for $19, allowing guests to try a flight of reposado, añejo and blanco. Sept. 13-16.
Remix Lounge
Remix Lounge, 108 Drinks, PT’s Wings & Sports and View Lounge will offer Mexican candy shots featuring Casamigos blanco Tequila, watermelon pucker, lime, jalapeño, Chamoy and Tajin, priced at $8, and Dos Equis lager with a traditional salted rim, priced at $6.
PT’s Wings & Sports
PT’s Wings & Sports and View Lounge also will feature dishes including red pozole made with traditional Mexican stew, tender pork, hominy, dried Mexican chiles and more, tostadas, priced at $29; a fully loaded Mexican torta with breaded beef cutlet, ham, marinated pork and more, priced at $26; and queso fundido, priced at $20.
Swim & Social
Swim & Social, the rooftop resort-style pool on the eighth floor of The Strat, is offering a Corona bucket with five beers, priced at $35; a Beer and Shot special, priced at $13; and a Hornitos Plata tequila margarita on the rocks, priced at $10. For bites: quesabirria, priced at $21, and crispy skin pork belly chicharron with guacamole and more, priced at $19.
Swimdustry Monday: Summer Finale
Celebrate Mexican Independence Day with a summer finale at the Palms Pool featuring roaming mariachi performances by Mariachi Viajeros, interactive games, a themed DJ set and drink specials. 2-5 p.m. Sept. 16.
Top of the World
Top of the World, with its spectacular views of the Las Vegas Strip from a 360-degree rotating dining room, will feature its Elevated Margarita crafted with Casamigos blanco tequila, at $21; the Chiles En Nogada made with slow-braised Wagyu beef picadillo, at $65; and a chocoflan, at $15.
