El Pueblo De Los Angeles

Blessing of the Animals - Saturday, April 22, 2000 A celebration of what the animal world contributes to humanity with entertainment, a procession of house pets and exotic animals, displays, and exhibits.

Cinco de Mayo - Fri, May 5, Sat. - May 6 & Sunday, May 7, 2000 Commemoration of an 1862 Mexican victory over French forces with popular and traditional music, cultural presentations, dance, and food.

Fourth of July - Tuesday, July 4th, 2000, all day 154th Anniversary of the First Independence Day Celebration in Los Angeles.

Mexican Independence Celebration- Fri-Sun, September 15-17, 2000, all day Celebration of Mexican Independence from Spain.

Dia de los Muertos - Thursday, November 2, 2000, all day Ancient Mexican ceremony in remembrance of departed loved ones - exhibiting decorated altars, entertainment and a procession.

Las Posadas - December 16- 24, 2000, evenings This presentation of the nine-day journey of Mary and Joseph to Bethlehem is depicted with singing, a candlelight procession, and the breaking of a piñata.

You will find a taste of Mexico with styled traditions, aromas of Mexican food, artisans selling imports, while demonstrating respective crafts and even stand about the Plaza to watch such entertainment as ancient Aztec-styled performers.

Beyond hand carved Catholic crosses, beaded sombreros with wide brims and Mariachis strolling the street playing instruments and singing canciones, Olvera boasts the most exclusive and varied collection of imported gifts from Mexico and hand crafts made by Mexicans and Mexican Americans – continuing beautiful traditions and sharing their enchanting culture.

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