Que Onda Magazine joins in the celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month with our annual Fiesta Mexicana!
This annual tradition pays tribute to our 32nd anniversary and founders of Mexican roots featuring prominent Hispanic honorees and art performances. More event details below!
Que Onda Magazine’s Fiesta Mexicana

Celebrating 32 years of community engagement, Que Onda hosts a Fiesta Mexicana with authentic Mexican food, mariachi performances, folkloric dance, and El Grito Mexicano to honor both Mexico’s Independence Day and Houston’s first Spanish-language publication today Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2025 from 6 to 10 p.m. at Junior League of Houston (1811 Briar Oaks Ln, Houston, Texas 77027).
Please see a breakdown of the event below.
- 6 – 7 p.m.: V.I.P reception hosted by ABC13 anchor Erik Barajas
- 7- 8 p.m.: Award ceremony
- 9 – 10 p.m.: Performances by Mariachi Reyes de Mexico, singer Liliana Elizondo, ballet folkorico Corazones Alegres, and more.
About Que Onda Magazine

Since its founding in 1993, it proudly became Houston’s first Spanish-language magazine, created by two Mexican immigrants: Lilia Esparza and the late Jose G. Esparza. After 32 years, it has evolved into a successful bilingual magazine backed by sponsors and media partners such as ABC13, reaching the community through print, digital, and social platforms.
Que Onda Magazine remains committed to highlighting stories of success and perseverance that reflect the heart of the community. This Hispanic Heritage Month, the magazine reaffirms its mission to give voice to Latinos in Houston and to keep roots, traditions, and cultural pride alive for future generations.
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