Mariachi Plaza is a public square at 1831 1st St in Boyle Heights, east of downtown Los Angeles. Mariachi musicians gather here to find work, and you may hear them play while you explore. Sundays bring an open market selling Mexican goods, with a DJ and occasional community events. At the center, look for the kiosk donated by the Mexican state of Jalisco in 1998. Nearby family-run restaurants make it easy to turn a visit into a meal.
Mariachi musicians and the plaza
Mariachi musicians have gathered at this Boyle Heights square for decades, looking for work at restaurants and private celebrations. The plaza remains a place where you can encounter them in person, and live music is part of the scene on some visits.
The square sits at 1831 1st St. Its central kiosk was donated by the Mexican state of Jalisco in 1998. It gives the open plaza a focal point and connects the site to the Mexican state associated with mariachi music.
Sunday market and nearby stops
An open market takes place on Sundays, with Mexican items for sale. A DJ and occasional special events add to the activity; the taco festival and Día de los Muertos celebrations are among the events held here. Check for event details before setting out if one is the main reason for your visit.
Family-owned restaurants are close by, so you can combine a plaza visit with a meal in Boyle Heights. Parking may take some searching, and nearby lots can be easy to miss. The plaza has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and parking.
Perguntas frequentes
What can you do at Mariachi Plaza?
You can visit the plaza, look for mariachi musicians, and browse the Sunday market. Special events are also held there.
When is the market at Mariachi Plaza?
The open market takes place on Sundays and sells Mexican goods.
Is parking available at Mariachi Plaza?
There is wheelchair-accessible parking, but finding a space can be difficult. Look out for nearby lots that are not easy to spot.
Is Mariachi Plaza wheelchair accessible?
The plaza has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and parking lot.
