LAS VEGAS (FOX5) — Clark County is renaming Cesar Chavez Park to Mariachi Park following a unanimous vote by the Board of Commissioners on May 19.
The new name reflects the neighborhood’s deep cultural roots and honors its long-standing traditions.
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“Mariachi Park reflects the shared history between Mexico and Las Vegas and honors the generations who helped shape this community,” said Commissioner Tick Segerblom. “It also celebrates the growth of mariachi programs in our East Las Vegas schools and the students and educators who have kept this vibrant tradition alive.”
Commissioner Segerblom will host a news conference and sign-unveiling ceremony, followed by a family-friendly event on Saturday, May 23.
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The event will take place at Mariachi Park, located at 1580 Radwick Dr., from 9 a.m. to noon.
The celebration will feature live performances by local school mariachi groups and folklorico dancers, kids’ face painting, free food and a tree giveaway while supplies last.
A representative from the Consulate of Mexico will attend the news conference and sign-unveiling ceremony at 9 a.m.
The event is open to the public.
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Around 8,000 CCSD students participate in a Mariachi band at their local school.
The nationally-renowned Mariachi Joya of Las Vegas High was invited to perform at the White House back in 2023.
“It brings that sense of pride, seeing Hispanic culture be celebrated. And especially here in Vegas, like, there’s so many schools, so many students getting involved in Mariachi,” said junior Carolina Reyes. “It’s very impactful: it shows that the city does care what we’re doing,” she said.
Mariachi Joya has performed for diverse audiences across the country. Students hope to introduce more people to the musical art form.
“The people who started off with Mariachi originally were farmers, laborers, and people who barely had a cent in their wallet. What we want people to see is that anyone can be ‘Mariachi,’” said freshman band member Brian Torres.
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