Mariachi Plaza, First, Boyle and Pleasant Streets, Los Angeles, CA 90033
An annual event to celebrate the legendary mariachi musicians who have gathered for years at Mariachi Plaza to seek work. The Mariachi Plaza is being transformed into The Mariachi Plaza Station that will have its grand opening in 2009.
Councilmember Jose Huizar with sponsors City of Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs, Community Redevelopment Agency, Metro, Supervisor Gloria Molina, ELRT Constructors/MAOF, JSM Management, Inc., SCE Credit Union, MTA Marketing, White Memorial Medical Center, Mothers of East L.A., Boyle Heights Chamber of Commerce, Barrio Planners, Inc.
Since its inception, the annual Mariachi Festival has been planned by the residents, business people and volunteers in support of the Boyle Heights area. The event could not be held without the support of the many bureaus, departments, LAPD, LAFD, of the City of Los Angeles.
