Detroit Opera House Presents

Mariachi Vargas El Legado Tour

Bring the whole family for an unforgettable evening of passion, tradition, and music as the world’s most celebrated mariachi ensemble, Mariachi Vargas de Tecalitlán, takes the stage at the Detroit Opera House. Founded in 1897 in Jalisco, Mexico, and now led by musical director Carlos Martínez, Mariachi Vargas continues its extraordinary six-generation legacy of excellence—hailed across the globe as “El Mejor Mariachi del Mundo.”

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Saturday, May 9, 2026

7:30 pm

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Free Pre-Show Party

Time: 3:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Location: Detroit Opera House surface lot (directly adjacent to the building)

Enjoy great music from Miguel Cisne, a Michigan born, Colombian & Mexican DJ, delicious food trucks, and a cash bar. It’s the perfect way to kick off an incredible evening. This event is free and open to the public.

Mariachi Extravaganza

Host Arthur White talks to Cynthia Muñoz, producer of Mariachi Extravaganza, Jonathan Palomar, iconic mariachi guitarist and Artistic Director of Mariachi Extravaganza, and young mariachi artist Isabella Gonzalez ahead of Mariachi Vargas de Tecalitlán on May 9th!

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