The Latino Cultural Arts Center and MSU Denver Department of Music are teaming up to bring you a special evening of Mariachi at the Levitt Pavilion Denver. Viva Southwest will feature Denver’s own Mariachi Sol de Mi Tierra, along with Mariachi Estelares de Colorado. This will be the first performance of the All-State Mariachi Youth Ensemble. The concert will close with a spectacular performance by Latin Grammy-nominated singer, Lupita Infante.

The concert is FREE and open to the public If you purchase our special VIP Ticket option, you can enjoy a private Taquitos y Tequila reception sponsored by Master Chef Dana Rodriguez.

$100 VIP Doors Open: 3:00 PM | Regular VIP Doors Open: 4:00 PM
GA Doors Open: 4:30 PM | Show Start: 5:30 PM

Mariachi Estelares de Colorado: Regional Master Mariachis Enrich the Next Generation — ​We proudly present Mariachi Estelares de Colorado, the first All-State youth ensemble in Mariachi. Twelve exceptional student musicians have been selected after being nominated to audition for the ensemble. It consists of musicians in guitar, guitarron, trumpet, vihuela, violin, and voice. They represent the communities of Denver, Commerce City, Longmont, Westminster, and Pueblo. As the state’s premier student Mariachi ensemble, they will open for festival headliner, Lupita Infante alongside Mariachi Sol de Mi Tierra.

Viva Southwest Mariachi Festival is the anchor for Mariachi education across Colorado showcasing the best talent from:

• MSU Denver
  Bryant Webster
  East High School
  Niwot High School
  Skyline High School
  Colorado Youth Mariachi
  Westminster High School

​Lupita Infante: The Past, Present, and Future of Mariachi — Lupita Infante is heir to the Mariachi Dynasty of her Grandfather, Pedro Infante, and has captured the heart of the Mariachi community through determination and education. She contributes a bold new sound to regional Mexican music as a performer and an ethnomusicologist. Lupita’s Grammy-nominated debut album, “La Serenata” has opened the door to stardom while paying tribute to the tradition and beauty of her heritage. She believes in the power of progress and advocates for woman empowerment throughout her music within an industry historically dominated by men.

Ticket Types
$0.00 General Admission
$35.00 Molly’s Spirits VIP Lounge
$100.00 Taquitos and Tequila with Doña Loca and Lupita Infante VIP

​BUY YOUR VIP TICKETS HERE
VIP Taquitos and Tequila with Doña Loca and Lupita Infante
Join the LCAC for a Special Fundraiser and Reception, from 3-5 pm, on September 25, 2022, at the Levitt Pavilion Denver. Sponsored by Master Chef Dana Rodriguez! Your VIP ticket includes early access to the venue, VIP seating, a private musical performance, the best of Mexican cuisine and

Doña Loca spirits and a meet-and-greet with Lupita Infante.
​Tickets are $100 per person and proceeds will fund LCAC Music Programs at 800 Kalamath, a state-of-the-art music building with access to soundproof practice rooms, rehearsal spaces, and a computer lab with music engineering software.

Molly’s Spirits VIP Lounge — Everyone over age 6 must have their own VIP ticket to gain entry to the Molly’s Spirits VIP Lounge. Please bring your digital or printed-out ticket to the venue to gain entry and pick up your VIP wristband at the Levitt check-in tent upon arrival. VIP tickets are $35.00 per person and include the following:

-Access to premium viewing location in the VIP section
-1 FREE drink of choice
-VIP bar access and separate bar line
-Limited lounge seating (when available – you are encouraged to bring your own blanket & lawn chair to guarantee seating).

Free General Admission Tickets – General Admission tickets are one ticket per person. Lawn seating, no chairs are provided. Free ticket holders are asked to arrive at the venue by 20 minutes past showtime, otherwise, your ticket may be forfeited​ to walkup guests.