Reserved tables and tickets for Mission San Juan Capistrano’s popular Battle of the Mariachis Festival will go on sale starting this week.
The 12th annual Battle of the Mariachis Festival, with the generous support of the Thomas J. and Erma Jean Tracy Family Foundation, will be held on Saturday, May 14, 2016 from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
This exciting day features live music performances by mariachi groups from across Southern California and beyond as they compete on stage for cash prizes before a panel of distinguished judges.
Festival highlights also include ringing of the historic Mission bells, a special performance of the National Anthem, performances by Ballet Folklorico de San Juan Capistrano, bilingual marionette shows, traditional trick roping performances, excellent food vendors and exhibition performances by local Capistrano Community Mariachi Program.
Following is the ticket sales schedule. Ticket sales begin at 9 a.m. on the following dates:
MEMBER PRE-SALE:
Wednesday, January 6: Reserved Tables on Sale to Mission Members
Members have the opportunity to purchase reserved tables at discounted rates and one week prior to the General Public. Reserved table rates vary according to size and location.
Wednesday, January 6: General Admission Tickets on Sale to Mission Members
Members have the opportunity to purchase tickets at discounted rates and one week prior to the General Public. Tickets for Members: $5 for Adults and Seniors; $3 for Children (Ages 4-11).
ON SALE TO PUBLIC:
Wednesday, January 13: Reserved Tables on Sale to the General Public
Reserved table rates vary according to size and location. Available for purchase online, on the phone by calling (949) 234-1317 and at the Mission Gate House beginning at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, January 13.
Wednesday, January 13: General Admission Tickets on Sale to the General Public
Tickets for General Public: $15 for Adults and Seniors; $6 for Children (Ages 4-11). Available for purchase online at missionsjc.com, on the phone by calling (949) 234-1317 and at the Mission Gate House beginning at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, January 13.
Reserved tables and tickets may be purchased by going online to missionsjc.com, on the phone by calling (949) 234-1317 or at the Mission Gate House located at 26801 Ortega Highway in San Juan Capistrano.
There are a limited number of individual admission tickets available, and tickets are expected to sell out. To maintain a safe, accessible and enjoyable environment, admission tickets will not be sold when the limit is reached. Purchase tickets early and in advance to ensure admission.
For more information on the Battle of the Mariachis Festival and purchasing tickets, visit www.missionsjc.com<http://www.missionsjc.com> or call (949) 234-1317.
About Mission San Juan Capistrano:
Known as the “Jewel of the Missions,” Mission San Juan Capistrano is a historic landmark and museum that boasts of quality permanent exhibits featuring original artifacts as well as traveling and temporary exhibits on a wide variety of topics.
The site itself serves as a living outdoor museum with original buildings constructed by Native Americans in the 18th century including the Serra Chapel, Great Stone Church, and the original padres’ quarters of the South Wing.
The Mission was founded on November 1, 1776 by Padre Junipero Serra as the seventh in the chain of the twenty-one California missions established by Spain, and is Orange County’s only mission. Every year, over 50,000 students visit the Mission and engage in an inspirational learning experience via the Mission Matters programming, as part of their State required California history studies.
Mission San Juan Capistrano is owned by the Diocese of Orange and is supported by the Mission Preservation Foundation, which is comprised of business and community leaders committed to ensuring the long term preservation and viability of Orange County’s only Mission. The Mission receives no funding from either the Church or the State of California and charges admission funds as a means of providing public access.
Mission San Juan Capistrano is located at 26801 Ortega Highway, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675. Open Daily 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Good Friday afternoon. Admission is $9 adults; $8 seniors (60 years or over); $6 children (ages 4 to 11); and children ages 3 and under are admitted free. Free audio guide with senior and adult admission. For more information, call (949) 234-1300 or visit www.missionsjc.com.
Joe Haakenson
