Former Mariachi Extravaganza Grand Champion vocal winners will come together for a very special “Taste of the Mariachi Extravaganza” concert at the Cave Without a Name in Boerne on Saturday, November 7. The... read more →
Congratulations to Josie Benavides on 30 years as the owner and founder of the Mariachi Connection! The 30th anniversary celebration was held Saturday, September 12, at the Mariachi Connection’s home base... read more →
Get ready for the 32nd Annual Mariachi Extravaganza, returning to San Antonio December 3–5, 2026! Registration for participating groups and vocalists opens September 1, so now is the time to... read more →
Carlos Martinez, far right, is the musical director of Mariachi Vargas de Tecalitlán. The legendary Mariachi Vargas de Tecalitlán—El Mejor Mariachi del Mundo returns to San Antonio for the 32nd... read more →
By: Alex Garcia This June, the sounds of mariachi will fill one of the world's most celebrated concert halls as talented student musicians take the stage at Carnegie Hall in... read more →
Students and alumni representing the 31st Annual Mariachi Extravaganza traveled to Detroit earlier this month where they opened for the world-renowned Mariachi Vargas de Tecalitlán at the historic Detroit Opera House on Saturday, May 9, 2026.... read more →
The world-renowned Mariachi Vargas de Tecalitlán, joined by top winners from the Mariachi Extravaganza National Competition, will take the stage at the Detroit Opera House for a special Mother’s Day weekend performance. The... read more →
Get ready for a fabulous evening with Luis Villa y Trio Palenque in Boerne on May 2 for a special Mother's Day tribute at the Cave Without a Name. The... read more →
Thank you to everyone for your incredible support of the 2nd Annual Mariachi Extravaganza Las Vegas this past weekend. What an impressive and truly unforgettable event it was—nothing short of... read more →
Every December, the Mariachi Extravaganza brings together the most dedicated young mariachi musicians in the nation. Students travel from across the United States to share their love of mariachi music,... read more →
