Written by Dena DaSilva

If you’re in Playa today, here’s more on how to join this big celebration of Mexican Independence called Grito de Independencia. It’s held in La Plaza Cívica, Playa’s town square (el zócalo), which is in front of the City Hall building (Palacio Municipal) between 8th and 10th Streets and between 15th and 25th Avenues, and it’s always the grandest celebration. It generally starts in the afternoon and will go on into the next day. There are stands selling flags, hats, noise makers, and all things patriotic i.e. red, green, and white (the colors of the Mexican flag) for this occasion. Thousands from Playa attend this amazing festivity which includes live music and mariachi performances, traditional Mexican food and sweets, drinks and refreshments —including cerveza of course— and more.

The fireworks show usually starts around 11 pm and the party in the square all leads up to “the shout” (el grito) at midnight and often continues into the next day!

Click here for more information on this event.

Enjoy…stay safe and ... ¡Viva Mexico!