MARIACHI USA Festival Tickets

I will never buy tickets to this show again. The fans were drunk and rowdy, beyond overserved, drowning out the sound of the music. The music was good but the show as a whole was not nearly as well put together as in years past. The host of the show was loud and annoying and attempted to sing herself. She cannot not sing to save her life! It was a little embarrassing to watch. Then, as if this was not enough, we had to sit through commercials between sets from sponsors. It may be time for them to turn out the lights on this show. The only plus was the venue is gorgeous.

unfortunately this yr was not as great as past yrs. the mariachis were not the best, too many commercials, and saw many minors drinking.hopefully next yr is better

LIMIT THE BEER SALE, PEOPLE GET DRUNK, IMPERTINENT

AUDIO WAS MUFFLED AT TIMES AND WE HAD BOXED SEATS AND SAT CLOSE TO STAGE. JUST A SUGESTION HOSTESS SHOULD'NT SING...

I have attended numerous Mariachi Festivals in other cities and venues and was extremely disappointed with this Mariachi USA. The viewing monitors were not turned on until late in the festivities. The monitors were also too small for this type of entertainment. I was surprised at the size of these viewing monitors and their locations (too far from rear sitting areas). The sound system was very poor, in that the microphones kept sounding with feed-back and some microphones were off, or kept going off, so the audience couldn't hear a particular instrument or singer. The actual entertainment was confusing. Other entertainment, other than Mariachi music, was presented. I didn't go to this 'festival' to hear an accordian! The show also had two (2) dogs on stage advertising a movie, with a movie film clip shown, I didn't go to this festival to watch a movie or the hostess converse with dogs! The down time between groups was long, considering there was a revolving dual stage. I now know why the more well known Mariachi groups, such as Mariachi Vargas and others stayed away from this venue. The people that put this "festival" together should visit other festivals, such as Fresno or San Jose, etc., to see how a true Mariachi Festival should be organized and presented.

The experience from beginning to end was...AWESOME

The performers were excellent. We really enjoyed them. But we were not happy with our choice of seating. Seemed to be the party area with a few citizens carrying on in a provocative manner, abstucting the view of others, drinking too much and smoking pot. Security was only seen once during the entire show, their presence needs to be known. If you are going to spend the money at least sit down and enjoy the show.

We had a blast from the moment we arrived. We danced, sampled yummy mexican food, won prices from the vendors and listened to wonderful mariachi music. Definitley got our monies worth!

The Hollywood Bowl and Mariachi USA is a great combination. As you watch the sun set with great music in the background you think this event could not get any better, but it did. The event closed with a nice set of songs and fireworks.

This is a great event if you like Mariachi! Jose Hernandez, Mariachi Sol de Mexicio is the best!

Im not a big fan of this music but the way the show is presented is turly amzing..... It has made me a fan

I went with my best friend and her family. It was spectacular, I met a wonderful person and will alwasy remember this day as one of the best of the year. We are planing to go every year to enjoy such an increible music! Que Viva Mexico!!!!

It was okay. I don't think I'll go again. They played all ballads. I wanted to hear real Marachi Music. The traditional not these flimsy songs. I guess little by little you will lose people attending the event. I saw a whole lot of empty seats. The second to last band was great, but the last one was putting us to sleep and they were suppose to be the best.

great performers, Fun atomsphere would come again.

For years I have been hearing how amazing the Mariachi Festival is and how much fun it is. I love listening to mariachi music and feeling that overwhemling sentimental nostalgia. But I left sorely disappointed on Saturday after the performance. It was a combination of things. The music set lists were okay, enjoyed the fireworks but I think the highlight for me was when Sol de Mexico played the classic music...that was a treat! The following comment is by no means a reflection on the mariachi bands - we were constantly being disturbed by the various people having several "getting to know you" conversations around us - totally disregarding the performers on stage and being exceptionally rude to those customers who actually came to hear mariachi music. Had they just quieted down and allowed us to enjoy the concert, we might have left a little happier. I don't think I'll be returning next year :-(

It's kind of like going to an Oldies But Goodies concert and then most of the songs they perform are modern compositions with oldies-like melodies. You go to hear "Angel Baby" and instead they play "Angel in the Midst of a Storm" (exactly...never heard of it). Many people were calling out for the original classics, but the only two they played were the played out El Rey and La Negra (great songs but kinda tacky when those are the only classics you play). If your'e clueless about mariachi you won't know the difference, except that the crowd isn't going wild over the modern compositions. If you love mariachi, this is an interesting show to see where American Mariachi (yes, there is such a term...and going to this show will prove it to you) is going...hopefully they comeback to their roots the way most genres eventually do. The mariachi songs of yester year were created out of a culture that had direct ties to the land and post-revolution culture of Mexico. You can't write new compositions and expect to have the same effect as the classics. For me, the modern composotions don't hit the spot and I would not waste my money or time sitting through them, unless I had the option to hit the skip button on my mp3. Don't get me wrong, the mariachis that played at Mariachi USA were top notch, but if you're going expecting to hear classic mariachi tunes you might be disappointed.

Been there many years and i have to say this was the best one ever. You wish they could play all night and in till the next morning. Non Stop Energy! It was extciting to see the youth mixed with thte elders.

simple i did not like it,never going again,no even for free i hear better.

Coming from the state where the mariachi was born and seeing all these performers on one stage, couldn't ask for more that Saturday!! Love it, and already planning for next years event.

I thought the purpose of this event was to showcase the up and coming mariachis of the region and not those of overrated mariachis like Mariachi sol de Mexico. To be honest, im sure they come with a hefty price tag, but mariachi imperial de mexico plays just as well as they do and theywere nowhere in the line up.....or mariachi monumental. mariachi Divas wouldve been great too....also the beer is over priced...it was like 9 dollars for a beer.....the restrooms are so far away and makes it really inconvenient....you end up missing about three or four songs by the time you make it back....unless things change, i wont be back any time soon.Viva la musica de Mariachi!