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A festival aimed at celebrating Mexico’s rich culinary traditions and cultural heritage is set to return next weekend.
The city of South Padre Island announced Tuesday that its “much-anticipated” Tacos & Tequilas Festival will return Sept. 14 and 15 at the city’s convention center.
“We are excited to welcome visitors from near and far to the Tacos & Tequilas Festival,” Visit South Padre Island Executive Director Blake Henry said in a news release. “This event is a celebration of the rich culinary heritage of Mexico and the vibrant culture that makes South Padre Island a unique destination.”
In addition to food, the festival will feature live performances from Grupo Solido, Los Garcia Brothers, Los Palominos, “Let It Rock” Bon Jovi Tribute, “Dirt Road” Jason Aldrean Experience, “Keith as Kenny” Kenny Chesney Tribute and “Chad Collins” A Tribute to Luke Bryan.
There will also be various competitions such as a taco eating contest, a jalapeño eating contest and a grito contest, where contestants showcase their best Mexican shout, the release stated.
Other festivities include Lucha Libre matches, an arm-wrestling competition, a Loteria area and kid-friendly activities such as mini golf, face painting, and a piñata station. There will also be shows from authentic Voladores de Papantla during both days of the festival.
Furthermore, the two-day festival was awarded “Best Food Festival” during the 2024 Texas Travel Awards, according to the release.
“We’re proud to host this award-winning festival and look forward to an unforgettable weekend of food, fun, and festivities,” Henry said in the release.
For more information or to purchase tickets to the festival, visit https://spitacostequilafest.com/
