Celebrate Mexican Independence Day in Eastie

Festival Viva México Boston 2026 is taking over 102 Border Street on Saturday, September 19th, from 1pm-8pm!
Celebrate Mexico’s Independence Day with authentic food, live music, folkloric dancing, activities for kids and teens, and El Grito with Consul Carlos Iriarte.
The event is free, but guests are encouraged to reserve a ticket in advance through the Veronica Robles Cultural Center.
Maureen Dahill is the editor of Caught in Southie and a lifelong resident of South Boston sometimes mistaken for a yuppie. Co-host of Caught Up, storyteller, lover of red wine and binge watching TV series. Mrs. Peter G. Follow her @MaureenCaught.


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