Downtown Phoenix to host Spirits of Mexico festival
Explore the State of Chihuahua through traditional food, performances, activities
(Metro Creative Connection)
The Spirits of Mexico Culture & Tourism Fest is coming to Heritage Square in downtown Phoenix this winter.
The event to connect residents with Mexico’s culture, flavors, and traditions, while promoting sustainable international tourism within Mexico, goes from 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 2 and from 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 3. Both days will be hosted at Heritage Square, 113 N. 6th St.
Guests can enjoy agave spirits Tequila & Mezcal + Sotol, from the Chihuahua Desert, as well as other tequila, mezcal, and sotol spirits. The event will also feature live entertainment including a Mariachi band, Ballet Folklorico, and fine art from Mata Ortiz pottery.
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The Spirits of Mexico Culture & Tourism Fest is coming to Heritage Square in downtown Phoenix this winter.
The event to connect residents with Mexico’s culture, flavors, and traditions, while promoting sustainable international tourism within Mexico, goes from 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 2 and from 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 3. Both days will be hosted at Heritage Square, 113 N. 6th St.
Guests can enjoy agave spirits Tequila & Mezcal + Sotol, from the Chihuahua Desert, as well as other tequila, mezcal, and sotol spirits. The event will also feature live entertainment including a Mariachi band, Ballet Folklorico, and fine art from Mata Ortiz pottery.
The event will be put on by Imex Live Events, a woman-owned, local small business whose mission is to bring Mexican culture, sustainable tourism and traditions to others interested in exploring Mexico.
“The Spirits of Mexico Cultural & Tourism event is a great opportunity for Phoenix to get a taste of the beautiful culture in Chihuahua, Mexico,” Yazmin Quezada, Imex Events founder, shared in a press release. “We hope this event encourages people to visit Chihuahua and promotes international tourism.”
Cost is $50. Admission includes a recycled glass engraved shot glass, 10 sample tickets to taste the spirits, access to the festival area, activities, and an option to register for a cooking class. Food is sold separately.
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